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Xara Catering, part of the prestigious Xara Collection, is seeking a Chef Tournant with a strong butchery background to join our dynamic culinary team. We specialize in crafting exceptional dining experiences for weddings, corporate functions, and large-scale events. As a Chef Tournant, you will be a versatile and skilled team member, stepping into various kitchen stations as needed — with a particular focus on butchery. Your adaptability and precision will help ensure smooth operations across different event scales and menus. Key Responsibilities: • Take charge of meat and fish preparation with expert-level butchery skills • Rotate through various kitchen sections, stepping in where support is needed • Maintain high standards of food quality, hygiene, and presentation • Support menu planning and mise en place for large functions and events • Collaborate closely with the Sous Chef and Executive Chef to ensure seamless kitchen operations • Mentor junior staff and uphold team morale and discipline Requirements: • Solid experience as Chef Tournant or in a similar versatile kitchen role • Professional background in butchery (meat/fish preparation, portioning, trimming, etc.) • Culinary diploma or equivalent certification • Strong understanding of HACCP and food safety standards • Flexibility, strong work ethic, and ability to perform under pressure • Previous experience in high-volume catering or banqueting is a strong asset About Us The Xara Collection: Forming part of the prestigious Relais & Chateaux, The Xara Palace is a unique Boutique Hotel hidden away in the heart of the Medieval fortified City, of Mdina, and is a definition of Architectural Style and Culture. Perched on centuries-old bastions, and surrounded by stunning baroque architecture, The Xara Palace Relais & Châteaux is a truly unique establishment offering unparalleled views of the beautiful Maltese countryside, full of charm and character, with its luxurious accommodation and award-winning haute cuisine, The Xara Palace Relais & Châteaux incorporated their exclusive, Michelin Star restaurant, the de Mondion, into the bastion walls – with breathtaking views of the island. It also operates a causal restaurant, Trattoria AD 1530 in the Piazza, in the front of the hotel, offering casual dining in a picturesque setting as well as the Xara Lodge, the only purpose-built multi-functional venue of its kind on the Maltese Islands. Whether our guests are after a honeymoon, a wedding, a cultural stay, or simply an exclusive getaway, The Xara Palace has it all. Our promise to our guests centres on impeccable attention to detail – from the décor to the serene, unhurried pace of life at The Xara Palace Hotel or any of our venues, through every facet of our service – all setting the scene for nothing less than an exquisitely unforgettable experience in Malta. Full Time Job Type Experienced (3 years +) Experience Level Hospitality & Leisure Category Hotels, Restaurants & Catering Industry

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