🌴 Head Chef – Beachside Kitchen Leadership at Gota Dagua Surf Camp, Portugal

Location: Costa da Caparica, Portugal Position: Full-time Head Chef Compensation: Competitive salary Environment: Surf Camp / Beachside Restaurant / Expanding Hospitality Brand About the Position Set just minutes from the sand, Gota Dagua Surf Camp is seeking a Head Chef to lead its vibrant kitchen in Costa da Caparica—Portugal’s surf capital just outside Lisbon. You’ll be the creative force behind a fresh, flavorful menu that keeps guests coming back after every surf session. This is a hands-on leadership role where you’ll manage a small kitchen team, design and execute balanced menus, and oversee food quality and operations. The focus: bold flavors, fresh ingredients, and a relaxed coastal vibe. From burgers and bowls to healthy toasties and group catering, your creativity will help shape the culinary identity of an expanding surf brand known for good times and great food. 🍳 ChefJobs Analysis: Leadership by the Sea This position offers the best of both worlds—culinary leadership and coastal lifestyle. You’ll have autonomy to innovate, test ideas, and make the menu your own, while still working in a casual, community-driven atmosphere. It’s an ideal move for chefs ready to step up into management or those craving a switch from fine dining to something more soulful and surfside. The vibe? Dynamic, youthful, and ambitious. Gota Dagua is growing fast, and your kitchen will be at the heart of that momentum. Expect a fun international team, a restaurant that hums with energy, and evenings filled with sunsets, music, and the scent of the ocean.