With balconies full of geraniums and subtropical gardens that border an exclusive Sicilian beach – Villa Sant’Andrea, a Belmond Hotel feels like a private home nestled in Taormina Mare. At the acclaimed restaurant, freshly caught fish and decadent desserts are enhanced by stunning sea views. Guests can relax in the heated infinity pool, wellness centre and stylish beach cabanas. For the next season, we are looking for a Chef de Cuisine to join the team. The ideal candidate is passionate about hospitality and comfortable with challenges. He/she should have exceptional taste and exemplary customer service skills. The primary objective is to provide a friendly, attentive, and timely service and to create an exceptional experience for all our guests. He/She reports to Executive Chef. Main duties: Assisting section chefs (Chef de Partie) in the preparation of ingredients and dishes. Maintaining cleanliness and order of the workstation and kitchen. Handling and storing food according to HACCP guidelines. Actively collaborating with the team to ensure efficient and high-quality service. Requirements Effective communication: communicate clearly and in an appropriate manner (both verbally and non-verbally); Emotional intelligence: demonstrate sensitivity to the needs and emotions of guests and colleagues and adjust his/her style to them. Manage own emotions in challenging situations; Adaptability: identify when a different approach is needed and offer solutions. Try and adopt new ways of doing things; Collaboration: be able and willing to work as a team player. Basic knowledge of cooking styles, equipments and raw materials processing techniques; At least 1 year previous professional experience in a similar role in a luxury environment, also with school internships; Passion for service and ambition to grow professionally. Benefits Training and development opportunities; Corporate Welfare provided during the opening of the hotel; Meals provided when on-duty; All uniforms and dry-cleaning during the opening of the hotel; Team social events; Accommodation maybe provided upon request; Time off: Enjoy 2 days off per week; Discovering Belmond programme, which offers team members complimentary accommodation at Belmond hotels, discounted rates for our trains, cruises and safaris, and discounted food and beverages. ABOUT BELMOND Belmond is part of the world’s leading luxury group, LVMH Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton. Belmond has been a pioneer of exceptional luxury travel since 1976. Its portfolio extends across 24 countries with remarkable properties that include the illustrious Venice Simplon-Orient-Express train, remote beach retreats like Cap Juluca in Anguilla, Italian hideaways such as Splendido in Portofino, and gateways to natural wonders such as Hotel das Cataratas beside Brazil’s Iguassu Falls. From trains to river barges, safari lodges to hotels, each unique property has a distinctive story, personality and identity, with a personalised team to match. The essence of the Belmond brand is built upon its heritage, craftsmanship and genuine, authentic service. We treasure history while looking to the future. We embrace community spirit and believe in responsible, sustainable tourism. Belmond is an equal opportunities employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.