About Nômade Temple Madrid
Nômade Temple Madrid is more than a space, it is a vibrant hub where community, creativity, and conscious living meet in the heart of the city. Inspired by the bohemian and soulful essence of the Nômade universe, we bring together gastronomy, culture, wellness, and lifestyle to create meaningful and elevated experiences.
Your role
As Executive Chef, you will be responsible for defining and leading the overall culinary strategy of Nômade Temple Madrid. You will oversee the gastronomic identity of the project, ensuring that all food concepts, standards, and culinary experiences align with the brand vision and business objectives. Working closely with leadership teams, you will drive innovation, profitability, operational excellence, and long-term culinary development across all food and beverage outlets.
What you will do:
Define and develop the overall culinary vision and gastronomic strategy for the property
Create and evolve food concepts that reflect the Nômade brand identity and guest experience philosophy
Establish culinary standards, recipes, operational guidelines, and quality benchmarks across all outlets
Lead menu engineering and strategic product development to optimize guest satisfaction and profitability
Develop annual culinary objectives, budgets, and performance targets in collaboration with senior management
Analyze business performance indicators and identify opportunities for revenue growth and operational optimization
Build and maintain strategic relationships with key suppliers, producers, and culinary partners
Identify market trends, guest preferences, and industry innovations to keep the gastronomic offering relevant and competitive
Oversee culinary recruitment strategies, succession planning, and leadership development within the kitchen structure
Mentor and support Head Chefs and kitchen leadership teams, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement
Collaborate with Marketing, Events, Wellness, and Operations teams to develop unique gastronomic experiences and activations
Ensure all culinary operations align with company policies, sustainability initiatives, and brand standards
Participate in pre-opening, expansion, and future development projects related to food and beverage operations
Represent the culinary identity of Nômade Temple Madrid both internally and externally, acting as an ambassador of the brand
Contribute actively to the successful growth, positioning, and long-term consolidation of the project
Who we’re looking for:
Visionary culinary leader with a strong strategic mindset
Passionate about gastronomy, innovation, and guest experience
Proven ability to lead, inspire, and develop high-performing culinary teams
Strong business acumen with an understanding of profitability and operational performance
Creative thinker capable of translating concepts into successful culinary experiences
Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills
Adaptable and comfortable working in entrepreneurial and fast-growing environments
Requirements:
Extensive experience as Executive Chef, Culinary Director, or senior culinary leadership role within hospitality or lifestyle-driven concepts
Proven experience developing culinary concepts and managing multi-outlet food operations
Strong knowledge of food cost management, budgeting, menu engineering, and business planning
Demonstrated experience leading senior kitchen management teams
Deep understanding of culinary trends, sustainability practices, and guest experience design
Strong knowledge of food safety, hygiene, and regulatory compliance
Fluency in Spanish and English
Additional languages are a plus
Valid EU work permit
Why join us?
Because at Nômade, cuisine is an expression of identity, creativity, and connection. You will be part of a dynamic and inspiring environment where excellence, innovation, and emotion come together to create unforgettable experiences.
Equal Opportunity Commitment
At Nômade Temple, we are committed to ensuring a fair, inclusive, and respectful environment for all. We provide equal opportunities in our recruitment process and guarantee fair treatment regardless of gender, race, ethnicity, nationality, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic. All hiring decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and alignment with our values.
