Executive Chef I Opening Mama Shelter Mexico City

YOUR MISSION?

• You oversee the overall quality and consistency of the culinary experience, ensuring the highest standards of service, food preparation, storage, cleanliness, and organization throughout the kitchen.
• You are responsible for managing and optimizing kitchen costs while maintaining the quality and generosity that define Mama.
• You inspire, lead, develop, and supervise the kitchen team, creating a positive, energetic, and high-performing environment.
• You ensure full compliance with food safety, hygiene, and sanitation standards, while guaranteeing the proper use, care, and maintenance of kitchen equipment.
• You lead by example and make sure that every plate leaving the kitchen delivers the true Mama experience

IS THIS YOU? ONLY IF…

• You are highly organized and know how to stay in control, even during the busiest moments.
• You follow Mama’s delicious recipes to the letter, ensuring the right quantities, presentation, and attention to detail every time.
• You know how to translate recipes accurately into clear and comprehensive technical recipe sheets — Mama trusts the professionals to take the lead!
• You have a strong eye for talent and know how to develop people to reach their full potential.
• You are a true driving force within the operation, and your General Manager can count on you to motivate, engage, and bring the team together.
• You thrive in high-volume environments — and we are not talking about the music!
• You know how to mobilize the right resources at the right time — human, financial, and administrative — to ensure operational success.
• Versatile and hands-on, you have a strong understanding of every position within the kitchen and can step in wherever needed.

YOUR LITTLE EXTRAS

• You may have considered applying for MasterChef, but you chose Mama because you prefer the energy, creativity, and atmosphere of cooking with us.
• You are a natural mentor who is passionate about sharing your knowledge and developing others.
• You have natural authority, balanced with warmth, empathy, and a genuine heart of gold.

AND NOW YOU KNOW THE TUNE…

First verse: No AI screening at Mama! Every application is personally reviewed, and we take the time to get to know your story.

Second verse: First, you’ll have a phone conversation with our People & Culture team to see if we’re a good match.

Chorus: After the phone interview, we’ll invite you to an online or face-to-face conversation.

Final verse: Of course, you’ll hear back from us within two to three weeks at the latest, whether the answer is ✔️ or ✖️.