Paid Internship Opportunity for Kitchen/Cook Field in Coimbra, Portugal

Job Description

Internship Opportunity: Kitchen / Cook

Are you passionate about food, delighting in creating diverse dishes, and want to kick-start your culinary career? Do we have a spicy opportunity for you! Coimbra, a vibrant city in Portugal celebrated for its historical university and rich gastronomic scene, is seeking a kitchen intern/cook to join our renowned and reputed company.

Role Responsibilities:

As an intern, you will work alongside experienced professional chefs, immersing yourself in a fast-paced kitchen atmosphere. You will assist in:

• Meal preparation - chopping ingredients, making sauces, marinating meats.
• Executing recipes accurately and maintaining food preparation processes.
• Maintaining kitchen cleanliness, adhering to safety standards.
• Assembling and presenting dishes with an eye for aesthetic appeal.
• Supporting in inventory management and procurement of supplies.
• Participating in all culinary operations from planning menus to plating.

Job Requirements:

Ideal candidates should:

• Be enrolled in or recently graduated from culinary school.
• Have basic knowledge of food preparation techniques.
• Possess understanding of kitchen sanitation and safety regulations.
• Exhibit passion for the culinary arts.

Desired Personal Traits:

Candidates should have:

• A team-centered philosophy, collaborating effectively with other staff.
• Strong communication abilities.
• Ability to work under pressure in a busy kitchen.
• A positive, can-do attitude, being proactive in addressing challenges.
• Creativity, eagerness to innovate and experiment with flavors.

About Our Company:

With years of delighting customers under our belt, our company is a staple in the vibrant and diverse culinary scene of Coimbra. Our focus lies in respecting the integrity of our ingredients, combining them ingeniously to produce mouth-watering experiences for our customers. We provide a workplace that cultivates creativity, collaboration, and personal growth for our employees. The respect we hold for our employees equals the high regard we have for our customers, with constant growth and improvement being the key ingredients in our recipe for success.

Why Coimbra?

Coimbra combines ancient charm with modern-day sophistication. As a student city, it exudes lively energy. The city is full of architectural treasures from its cathedrals, university buildings, to its vibrant street life and culinary destinations. With a river adding to its beauty and hills offering breathtaking views, Coimbra is the perfect backdrop for your culinary adventure.