Cooks (M/F) - NH Lagos Algarve Resort

Date: Sep 17, 2026

Location: Lagos, PT Portugal

Department: Kitchen

Are you interested in a new challenge at Minor Hotels Europe & Americas?

What will be your mission?

As Cook (M/F), you will be responsible for the preliminary preparation, the cooking process, plating or presentation of high quality dishes to deliver an excellent guest experience.

What will you do?

• Elaboration, conservation and organization of the mise-en-place for each of the services, minimizing product losses.

• Guarantee the presentation, quantity and quality of each dish of the service, based on the established standards.

• Check and control the proper storage of products, monitoring age and condition of all food items to rotate and maintain highest quality (FIFO).

• Reception, conservation and organization of the products of your departure.

• Maintain a clean, neat and well-organized work area.

• Report maintenance, hygiene and hazard issues.

• Awareness of departmental targets and strive to achieve them as part of the team.

• Follow all relevant health department rules/regulations and all customer service guidelines (HACCP).

What are we looking for?

• At least 1-2 years’ experience as a Kitchen Assistant, preferably in a hotel of similar size and complexity.

• Vocational training on hospitality/F&B/kitchen.

• Fluency in local language is a must and knowledge of English is highly valuable.

• Ability to work on his/her own and as part of a team.

• Organizational skills.

• Ability to work under pressure.

• Customer service oriented.

• Focus on detail.

Why choose us?

At Minor Hotels Europe & Americas, we are committed to building exciting careers around the world and fostering intercultural experiences. Our journey is driven by the passion and dedication of our amazing teams, who also enjoy inspiring and exclusive benefits such as:

• Global experience – diversity of 150 different nationalitieas.

• Career development opportunities filled with national and international challenges.

• Wide range of training programs to enhance your skills.

• Well-being initiatives, including flexible working conditions.

• Team member recognition programs, including Memorable Dates.

• Opportunity to make a difference through our sustainability program and volunteering initiatives.

• Discounted rates and promotions for team members, offering special prices at our hotels worldwide and exclusive benefits through our corporate loyalty program.

• Integration into a dynamic team focused on service excellence.

• Competitive salary aligned with the role.

• Continuous training plan to support career development.

• Access to e-learning training platform.

• Possibility of functional mobility, nationally and/or internationally.

• Incentive and benefits plan.

Leisure:

• Special rates for employees, family, and friends across Minor Group services, nationally and internationally – accommodation, F&B, among others.

• Additional day off to celebrate your birthday.

• Service-based credits to redeem for stays or meals at Minor Group hotels, resorts, and restaurants, nationally and internationally.

Health & Well-being:

• Health insurance.

• Access to curative medicine.

General:

• Free access to staff canteen for employees and interns.

• Free uniform and laundry service for uniform cleaning.

• Participation in various internal initiatives and social/environmental responsibility projects.

• Partnerships with local businesses – employee discounts available.

Are you looking for a new challenge? Apply now!

Minor Hotels Europe & Americas is dedicated to fostering an inclusive working environment where every individual is valued and equally encouraged. We warmly welcome individuals from all backgrounds and abilities.