Head Chef & Kitchen Team Leader

Mama Shelter Group; Zurich; On-site; CAD 137,000 - 188,000; Full time

Job summary

Mama Shelter in Zurich is seeking an experienced kitchen manager to lead, train and develop a dynamic kitchen team. You will set up dishes, ensure quality service, and manage storage and food safety in a fast-paced, guest‑focused environment.

You will collaborate with management on menu development, control costs, analyze figures, and translate recipes into clear technical sheets. Fluency in English and German is valued to interact with a diverse guest mix.

Qualifications

• Extensive kitchen leadership experience.
• Ability to set up dishes and uphold Mama's quality standards.
• Experience in menu creation with management.
• Strong English and German language skills.
• Strong cost control and productivity optimization.
• Mentor and develop kitchen staff.
• Ability to mobilize resources (HR, finance, admin).

Responsibilities

• Set up dishes and ensure quality of service.
• Manage storage and cleaning of kitchen and food storage.
• Oversee proper storage of supplies.
• Collaborate on menu creation with management.
• Recruit, lead, and develop kitchen team.

Skills

Leadership

English & German

Cost control

Menu planning

Team recruitment

Creativity

Organization

Training/mentoring

Job description

Mama Shelter in Zurich is seeking an experienced kitchen manager to lead, train and develop a dynamic kitchen team. You will set up dishes, ensure quality service, and manage storage and food safety in a fast-paced, guest‑focused environment.

You will collaborate with management on menu development, control costs, analyze figures, and translate recipes into clear technical sheets. Fluency in English and German is valued to interact with a diverse guest mix.