Join the Aethos Community – Hospitality with Purpose!
At Aethos, we believe in meaningful experiences. We create unique, sustainable, and inspiring sanctuaries where well-being and human connections are at the heart of everything. We are looking for authentic, passionate individuals who want to be part of a close-knit community and take hospitality to the next level.
About Aethos Ericeira
Perched above Praia da Calada, just 10 minutes from Ericeira, Aethos Ericeira is the perfect seaside retreat for surf and wellness enthusiasts. With 50 rooms, a signature restaurant, a saltwater pool, a gym, and a spa, we are the destination of choice for those seeking adventure with soul and sophistication.
Your Role in Our Kitchen
We are looking for an energetic, responsible, and genuinely driven Commis Chef / Demi Chef de Partie (Cozinheiro de 2ª) who is eager to grow. This role is tailor-made for professionals at an early or developing stage of their career who already possess solid foundational technical skills but want to learn more and thrive in a demanding environment.
If you have a passion for produce-driven cuisine, seasonality, and contemporary coastal gastronomy, your place is with us. Under the direct guidance of our senior team members, you will be a fundamental part of ensuring consistency and efficiency across our entire operation (restaurant, events, and room service).
- Operational Support: Efficiently assist with the daily kitchen service across different sections, meeting the timings and standards defined by the head chefs.
- Rigorous Mise en Place: Prepare and organise the ingredients and bases required for the various services, ensuring the highest quality and consistency.
- Section Organisation: Keep your section clean, tidy, and operational throughout the service, ensuring correct storage, labelling, and stock rotation.
- Teamwork and Proactivity: Work in close collaboration with the Chefs de Partie and Sous Chefs, demonstrating a strong supportive attitude and a positive mindset.
- Stock Control: Assist with stock control, order deliveries, and the smart management of food waste.
- Safety Guardian (HACCP): Strictly comply with all food hygiene, health and safety, and cleaning standards within your work area.
- Gastronomic Curiosity: Show a keen interest in the culinary evolution of the project, participating in tastings and the development of new preparations when requested.
- Practical Experience: Previous experience in a professional kitchen environment is mandatory, ideally with a mindset focused on learning and self-improvement.
- Solid Foundations: Sound basic technical skills and the ability to execute preparations with sharp attention to detail and consistency.
- Team Spirit: Strong communication skills, humility, and the ability to seamlessly integrate into a dynamic, multicultural team.
- Thriving Under Pressure: Ability to maintain composure, precision, and punctuality during high-volume services.
- Languages: Fluency in Portuguese is mandatory; knowledge of English is highly valued.
- Alignment with the Concept: A genuine interest in local produce, respect for seasonality, and a passion for gastronomy.
- Career Development: A continuous learning path with real opportunities for local and international progression within the Aethos group.
- Work in Paradise: A unique setting atop the cliffs of Ericeira, where work meets nature.
- Family & Friends Benefits: Exclusive discounts on accommodation and F&B.
- A Team with Soul: A young, dynamic environment focused on the well-being of our people.
Ready to accelerate your culinary journey and grow with purpose?
Dive into this opportunity and bring your energy to the heart of our kitchen. Join us and help us create unforgettable moments!
Send your CV to: [email protected]
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
