Join the village of Pedralva — where working is living experiences!

Have you ever imagined working in a place where time slows down and nature sets the pace?

Part of the WOTELS group, in Aldeia da Pedralva, we are more than just a destination — we are a rebuilt community, where every detail counts towards creating a unique experience of authentic, sustainable tourism in contact with nature.

More than just a hotel group, we are a team that values good energy, team spirit, creativity and a desire to grow. We value people with a positive attitude, a desire to make a difference and, above all, who like people.

We are looking for a Head Chef to manage the SÍTIO DA PEDRALVA Restaurant, with a passion for rural hospitality, attention to detail and the ability to lead teams with empathy and efficiency.

Type of offer: Full-time

Job functions

• Team Coordination: Coordinate and lead a team of 4 to 6 members, ensuring motivation and efficiency.
• Assign tasks, organise shifts, and manage priorities according to service volumes.
• Train, monitor and evaluate team members, promoting good practices and a positive working environment.
• Planning and Preparation
• Plan and prepare menus and technical data sheets in conjunction with the Supervisor/Manager.
• Ensure that dishes are prepared to high standards of quality and consistency.
• Collaborate in the development of new recipes and gastronomic proposals.
• Operational Management
• Control and optimise operating costs (food, waste, staff).
• Ensure the correct management of stocks, orders and product storage.
• Supervise strict compliance with hygiene, safety and cleanliness standards in the kitchen area (HACCP).
• Quality Control and Continuous Improvement
• Ensure the quality and presentation of dishes before service.
• Monitor efficiency and cost indicators, proposing solutions for improvement.
• Promote sustainable practices in kitchen management and waste reduction.

Requirements:

• Technical and professional training in cooking or proven experience in the role.
• In-depth knowledge of national and international cuisine.
• Mastery of food hygiene and safety standards (HACCP).
• Notions of cost control, technical data sheets and stock management.
• Good computer skills from a user perspective (Excel, invoicing/kitchen management software).
• Strong leadership, organisational and planning skills.
• Ability to manage stress and solve problems.
• Good communication and team spirit.
• Focus on results and quality.
• Solid experience in professional kitchens and team management.
• Creative and innovative spirit in gastronomy.
• High sense of responsibility and professionalism.
• Flexibility and availability for variable working hours.

Benefits:

• Internal Incentives and Discounts
• Transport allowance
• Access to complimentary stays and stay promotions for friends and family
• Health insurance
• Annual Award
• Flexible dress code
• Pet-friendly in some of our units

Further details:

• Possibility of accommodation
• Opportunity for growth in a leading sustainable tourism facility in the Algarve

Application address: you@wotels.com

Email subject line: Head Chef – Aldeia da Pedralva

Visit us at:

www.aldeiadapedralva.com

www.linkedin.com/company/aldeia-da-pedralva/

Your Adventure Starts here!

Do your internship with us and kick-start your career!

We are a young, dynamic and hybrid chain of hostels, hotels, guesthouses and aparthotels, with the aim of continuing to grow!

Internship Programs:

• Reception / Front Office

• F&B

• Experiences

• Hotel Operations Management

Benefits:

• Free accommodation (shared)

• Breakfast, coffee and water free of charge

• Discounts with partner companies

• 3 free nights at our facilities (after completion of the internship)

• Flexible dress code

• 50% discount on drinks at our bars

• Opportunity to participate, free of charge and once, in activities such as tours, surfing lessons, yoga or any of our paid activities, subject to availability

• Discounts on some merchandising products available for sale

Requirements:

- Currently enrolled in an educational program

- Have an Internship Agreement from your educational institution

- A willingness to learn and ideas to share

If you are interested, send an email to you@wotels.com

WOTELS is a young and dynamic chain of Hostels & Hotels, currently expanding throughout Portugal - and we want to keep growing!

We are looking for interns to take on a dynamic and engaging role as Assistant Operations Supervisor in our accommodation units. This 360-degree position will provide direct support to the unit supervisor, collaborating in all key operational areas.

Your Role

You will be part of a dynamic and fast-paced environment, supporting daily operations to guarantee exceptional experiences for our guests in the different accommodation units.

Hotel - WOT Lagos Montemar

• Customer service & guest satisfaction
• Room cleanliness inspection
• Breakfast support - operational tasks & stock management
• Reception & reservations management (allocations, payments, check-ins, check-outs, reservation verification)
• Administrative support (external tasks, purchases, etc.)

Aparthotel - WOT Algarve

• Customer service & guest satisfaction
• Support for the drinks service in the pool area
• Inspection of cleanliness of rooms & common areas
• Experience assistance - ensuring memorable moments for guests

Country Houses - Pedralva Village

• Room cleanliness inspection
• Support for room cleaning operations
• Reception & reservations management (allocations, payments, check-ins, check-outs, reservation verification)
• Customer service & guest satisfaction
• Event support (full assistance before, during and after events)

What we're looking for

• Students enrolled in Hospitality, Management, Tourism or related areas
• Excellent organizational skills and multitasking ability, with attention to detail
• Good written and verbal communication
• Proactive attitude, willingness to learn and ability to adapt to a dynamic environment
• Passion for hospitality and providing exceptional guest experiences

What You'll Win

• Practical experience in operational processes in the hotel sector
• Contact with operations management strategies and tools
• Mentoring and learning opportunities with experienced professionals
• Collaborative and inclusive work environment

Benefits

• Free breakfast
• Discounts at partner companies
• 3 free nights in our units (after completing the internship)
• Flexible dress code
• 50% discount on drinks in our bars
• Opportunity to enjoy activities such as tours, surf lessons, yoga or other paid experiences for free once (subject to availability)
• Discounts on some of the merchandising products on sale in our units

Location: Algarve
Duration: 3 to 6 months
Remuneration: Unpaid

If you meet the requirements and are interested, send your CV to you@wotels.com
Subject: "OperationSupervisorAssistant_Algarve"

WOTELS is a young and very dynamic chain of Hostels&Hotels that is expanding throughout Portugal and we want to keep growing!

Our mission is to offer clean and safe multi-let accommodation in a space with a life of its own and where interaction between clients is encouraged.

We're looking for fun, responsible and enthusiastic people who want to grow and develop their careers with us!

Some of your functions:

• comply with rules and procedures in a constructive and positive way
• respond to emergency requests from the Reception and Coordination team
• Carry out the daily/weekly cleaning plan assigned by the Coordinator
• Keep your storage space and work materials organized and clean
• Identify material needs on a weekly basis and notify the Coordination Office
• Identify any anomalies and report them to the Coordination Office

Do you have experience and training in the area?

Are you up to fulfilling the mission we have entrusted to you?

Send us your CV and a brief presentation to:
you@wotels.com
Put in the subject line: CLEANING_LISBON

We're looking for fun, responsible and enthusiastic people who want to grow and develop their careers with us!

IMMEDIATE ENTRY

Some of your functions:

• Promote relations with guests.
• Carrying out check-ins, booking extensions and check-outs.
• Keeping the work and guest areas clean and organized.
• Processing receipts, checking, organizing and storing supplier deliveries correctly.
• Pass on important and relevant information.
• Ensuring the safety and well-being of all guests.
• Comply with internal rules and procedures.

Profile we are looking for:

• Experience and training in the field.
• Fluency in Portuguese and English.
• Availability for rotating shifts.

What we offer:

• Above-average salary conditions and other company benefits.
• Good working environment.

Join us and turn your talent into success!

Send your CV or a video presentation to you@wotels.com, or fill in the form on our website. In the subject line, include the position, location and year (e.g. Reception - Porto 2024).

We look forward to meeting you!

Location: Central Region
Type of offer: Full-time
Hours: 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., Monday to Friday (1 weekend worked per month)

Functions

• Coordination and supervision of teams
• Plan and distribute the daily tasks of the maintenance team
• Ensure compliance with deadlines and quality standards in interventions
• Monitor the team's work and provide technical support when necessary.
• Technical Maintenance
• Perform or supervise preventive and corrective maintenance on electrical, hydraulic, air conditioning, carpentry systems, among others.
• Foster a collaborative and responsible working environment.
• Monitor the condition of equipment and infrastructure, identifying repair needs.
• Ensure compliance with safety, health and environmental standards in all interventions.
• Ensure that the work area and equipment are organised and clean.

Management and Reporting

• Keep detailed records of the interventions carried out.
• Report progress, problems, and needs to the Maintenance Manager.
• Support the management of suppliers and external technicians.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Maintenance Technician/Supervisor
• Knowledge of foreign languages (English – preferred)
• Proactivity and cordiality
• Responsibility
• Leadership spirit
• Good communication skills
• Driving licence
• Willingness to travel within the Central region: Lisbon, Sintra, Costa da Caparica, Ericeira and Peniche;

Application address: you@wotels.com

Location: Ericeira / Sintra
Type of offer: Full-time
Hours: 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., Monday to Friday (1 weekend worked per month)

Functions
Preventive and Corrective Maintenance

• Perform interventions in electrical, hydraulic, air conditioning, carpentry, painting and other technical areas.
• Diagnose and resolve faults quickly and effectively.
• Support the implementation of preventive maintenance plans.

Safety and Standards

• Strictly comply with safety, health and environmental standards during all interventions.
• Use personal protective equipment (PPE) correctly.
• Ensure that the work area is organised and clean after each intervention.

Records and Reports

• Keep maintenance records and interventions performed up to date.
• Report anomalies, more complex repair needs, and suggestions for improvement to the supervisor.

Collaboration and Support

• Collaborate with other departments to ensure the smooth running of the units.
• Assist in receiving and accompanying external technicians, when applicable.

Requirements

• Driving licence
• Willingness to work one weekend per month
• Willingness to travel to other units within the group
• At least 1 year's experience as a maintenance assistant
• Experience in the hotel industry;

Application address: you@wotels.com

Join WOTELS — Where Working is Living Experiences!

At WOTELS, we believe that hospitality is much more than a clean room and a friendly check-in — it's also about creating authentic and memorable experiences. We are a 100% Portuguese group, relaxed and innovative, with a presence in various parts of the country, from Lisbon to Porto, passing through Águeda, Peniche, Ericeira, Sintra, Costa da Caparica and the Algarve. We operate hostels and hotels, from city to rural locations, each with a unique identity, always focused on providing genuine moments for those who visit us — and those who work with us.Translated with DeepL.com (free version)

More than just a hotel group, we are a team that values good energy, team spirit, creativity and a desire to grow. We value people with a positive attitude, a desire to make a difference and, above all, who like people.

If you are looking for a new professional challenge in a hotel group with opportunities for advancement, where every day is different from the last, welcome to WOTELS.

Position: Head Chef

Area: WOT Pateira de Fermentelos, Águeda

REQUIREMENTS:

• Technical and vocational training in cooking or equivalent (preferred).
• Solid knowledge of food hygiene and safety (HACCP).
• Proficiency in various cooking techniques (grilling, sautéing, baking, etc.).
• Notions of stock management and technical data sheets.
• Sense of organisation and solution-oriented approach.
• Ability to work under pressure and as part of a team.
• Rigour, attention to detail and a passion for gastronomy.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proven experience in the role (3 years or more).
• Valued experience in hospitality and catering.
• Availability for rotating shifts, including weekends and public holidays.

DUTIES TO BE PERFORMED:

• Plan, prepare and cook dishes from the à la carte menu, daily menu, weekly menu and buffet menu.
• Perform different cooking techniques (grilling, sautéing, baking, among others).
• Ensure the quality and presentation of the dishes served.
• Stock Organisation and Control
• Perform mise en place and organise the ingredients needed for service.
• Control stocks and place orders with the supply department.
• Ensure the correct storage and rotation of food products.
• Standards and Quality
• Ensure compliance with food hygiene and safety standards (HACCP).
• Monitor expiry dates and storage conditions.
• Keep the kitchen and equipment clean and organised.
• Collaboration and Management
• Collaborate in the preparation of menus and suggestions from the Head Chef.
• Participate in the training of new team members.
• Replace the Head Chef in his/her absence, when applicable.
• Availability for rotating/split shifts, including weekends and public holidays

Application address: you@wotels.com