Summary: Join a dedicated culinary team to create exceptional experiences by preparing high-quality dishes and innovating with seasonal menus. Highlights: 1. Develop your culinary creativity and potential 2. Learn new skills within a team of experts 3. Contribute to exceptional travel experiences **Additional Information** **Job Number**26030674 **Job Category**Food and Beverage & Culinary **Location**Penha Longa Resort, Estrada da Lagoa Azul Linho, Sintra, Portugal, Portugal, 2714\-511 **Schedule**Full Time **Located Remotely?**N **Position Type** Non\-Management **Seize this rewarding opportunity to live your passions** Others may call you a foodie, but you know you’re much more than that. You want to learn all the ins and outs of the trade and become the king of the kitchen. Once among us, you’ll discover there are no limits to your creativity or potential. We encourage you to hone your craft and challenge yourself—because when you excel, you help us deliver exceptional travel experiences to our guests.**Rewards for your work and benefits that support your lifestyle**You’ll receive benefits both at work and beyond:* Discounts on hotel rooms, gift shop merchandise, food and beverages * Learning and development opportunities * Recognition programs * Well-being programs * Supportive leadership * Team-oriented colleagues **The impact you’ll make**You set the bar extremely high in culinary excellence, and it’s your attention to detail in every preparation that inspires our guests to stay for dinner with us. Within a dedicated team of experts, you’ll learn new skills daily as you work with seasonal menus and unique presentations. Your hard work pays off when a dish you’ve carefully helped prepare delights guests and brings them back. **Key Responsibilities** * Prepare fresh ingredients and cook according to recipes or menus * Cook food and prepare high-quality dishes within prescribed timeframes * Taste dishes to verify preparation and temperature * Use kitchen equipment safely and responsibly * Maintain cleanliness and hygiene of surfaces and storage containers **Qualifications we seek** * Excellent teamwork skills and outstanding attention to detail * Positive attitude and outgoing personality * Prior culinary experience is a strong plus. This role requires the ability to lift and move items weighing up to 25 lb (11 kg). It also requires standing, sitting, or walking for extended periods, as well as maintaining a neat, professional appearance in a clean uniform. Prior to starting this position, you will be required to complete training and obtain a food safety certification. **Explore our big planet** We warmly welcome your natural talents and passion for cooking into our family. Regardless of your culinary specialty or experience level, we offer excellent rewards and opportunities to enhance your skills. You’ll collaborate closely with an inspired team of professionals who will encourage and appreciate your contributions. RECOMMENDED QUALIFICATIONS Education Level:High school diploma or equivalent. Related Work Experience:At least 1 year of related work experience. Supervisory Experience:None. Licenses or Certifications:None. *At Marriott International, we are committed to fostering equal employment opportunity, welcoming every individual with dignity, and offering equal opportunities to all. We have cultivated an environment where the unique qualities of our associates are valued and celebrated. Our greatest strength lies in the diverse mix of cultures, skills, and experiences our associates bring. We ensure prevention of discrimination based on protected characteristics, including disability, veteran status, and any other characteristic covered by applicable law.* In more than 100 award-winning properties worldwide, The Ritz\-Carlton team creates such exceptional experiences that they remain etched in guests’ memories long after their stay. The brand attracts the finest hospitality talent from around the globe, continuing the tradition of creating unforgettable memories. We believe everyone can succeed if given the opportunity to be creative, caring, and empathetic. Each day, we define the standard for luxurious, exclusive, and unparalleled service worldwide. It is our great pride to deliver excellence in comfort and hospitality to our guests. Your role will be to ensure that The Ritz\-Carlton standards of excellence are upheld daily—elegantly and thoughtfully. These standards form the foundation of The Ritz\-Carlton properties and drive us to surpass ourselves each day. It is through these standards—and our belief that our culture contributes to our success—that The Ritz\-Carlton has earned its reputation as a global leader in luxury hospitality. As a member of our team, you will learn and apply our standards of excellence, including our Employee Promise, Credo, and Service Values. In return, we offer you the opportunity to take pride in your work and your colleagues. By joining The Ritz\-Carlton team, you also join the Marriott International portfolio of properties. **Choose** a company that empowers you to bring your best self forward, **give** meaning to your career, **be part of** an incredible international team, and **become** the best version of yourself.