Chef de Partie | BRAGA | 5Y GROUP

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Job Summary: We are seeking a Chef de Partie to prepare dishes autonomously and consistently, ensuring quality control and supporting the training of junior staff. Key Highlights: 1. Autonomy and responsibility in kitchen management 2. Visibility and recognition of culinary authorship 3. Professional, stable, and collaborative work environment The **5Y Group – Food & Events** is a leading name in the restaurant industry in the district of **Braga**, with growing presence across other cities in northern Portugal. The group is renowned for its culinary diversity, operating restaurants specializing in **Oriental and international cuisine**, and currently manages **ten venues**: **Mikado** – Vila Nova de Famalicão **Mikadinho Poke Club** – Vila Nova de Famalicão **Los Pepes Mexican Food** – Vila Nova de Famalicão **Los Pepes Mexican Food** – Braga **Miyuki Sushi** – Caldas de Vizela **Mikado Braga** – Braga **Hoko Sushi** – Braga **Shoyu Noodle Bar** – Braga **Ikeda Japanese Kitchen** – Porto **Koda Japanese Kitchen** – Paredes With new openings scheduled for **2026**, the **5Y Group** continues its expansion, focusing on **excellence-driven teams and visionary culinary leaders**. We are recruiting **a Chef de Partie** for our new restaurant in **Braga**. **Main Responsibilities** * Prepare menu items from your station with **autonomy** and **consistency**; * Prepare daily mise en place and manage your workstation; * Monitor the quality and presentation of each dish; * Strictly comply with **food hygiene and safety standards (HACCP)**; * Support the training of more junior brigade members. **Requirements** * Proven experience as a **Chef** (minimum 2 years); * Creative vision and technical rigor — both simultaneously; * Leadership, organizational, and decision-making skills; * Strong communication and teamwork abilities; * Precision, accountability, and attention to detail; * A distinct personal culinary identity aligned with the restaurant’s concept; * Flexibility for rotating shifts and managing multidisciplinary teams. **What We Offer** * **Full-time contract** with individually negotiated remuneration above market standards; * Integration into a **solid and growing group**; * **Autonomy and responsibility** in kitchen management; * Visibility and recognition of culinary authorship; * A **professional, stable, and collaborative** work environment.