Chef for Mad & Kaffe Aarhus

Mad & Kaffe; Aarhus; On-site; DKK 420,000 - 540,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff benefits

Growth opportunities

Dynamic startup culture

Job summary

Mad & Kaffe Aarhus is opening its first café in Aarhus and we are seeking passionate and ambitious Chefs to help build our kitchen from day one.

As part of the opening team, you will work with the Head and Sous Chefs to uphold high culinary standards, craft memorable plates, and foster a positive, professional kitchen culture. This is a unique chance to shape the kitchen from launch and grow with the brand.

Qualifications

• Experience from a similar role in a professional kitchen.
• Ability to work independently while being a strong team player.
• Thrives in a fast-paced environment and stays calm under pressure.
• Pride in delivering high-quality food every day.
• Strong work ethic and attention to detail.
• Flexible with working hours, including evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Preparing and serving high-quality dishes during service
• Ensuring consistency and attention to detail in every plate
• Assisting with daily preparation and mise en place
• Maintaining a clean, organized, and efficient kitchen
• Working closely with the team to deliver exceptional guest experiences
• Contributing to a positive, supportive, and professional working environment

Skills

Professional kitchen experience

Independent worker

Team player

Calm under pressure

Attention to detail

Flexible hours

Job description

Chef for Mad & Kaffe Aarhus

This October, Mad & Kaffe is opening its first café in Aarhus, and we're looking for passionate and ambitious Chefs to help build our kitchen from day one.

This is more than just another kitchen job. It's an opportunity to become part of the opening team, help shape the kitchen culture, and create memorable food experiences for our guests from the very beginning.

At Mad & Kaffe, we believe great food starts with great craftsmanship. We work with fresh, seasonal ingredients, prepare everything in-house, and take pride in delivering consistently high-quality dishes in a busy, fast-paced kitchen where teamwork is essential.

About the role

As a Chef at Mad & Kaffe, you'll play an important role in the daily operation of the kitchen. Working closely with the Head Chef and Sous Chef, you'll help ensure smooth service, maintain our high culinary standards, and contribute to a positive and professional kitchen culture.

Your responsibilities include:

• Preparing and serving high-quality dishes during service
• Ensuring consistency and attention to detail in every plate
• Assisting with daily preparation and mise en place
• Maintaining a clean, organized, and efficient kitchen
• Working closely with the team to deliver exceptional guest experiences
• Contributing to a positive, supportive, and professional working environment

About you

You're passionate about food and enjoy working in a professional kitchen where quality, teamwork, and continuous improvement are valued.

We imagine that you:

• Have experience from a similar role in a professional kitchen
• Are confident working independently while being a strong team player
• Thrive in a fast-paced environment and stay calm under pressure
• Take pride in delivering high-quality food every day
• Have a strong work ethic and attention to detail
• Are flexible with working hours, including evenings and weekends
• Bring positive energy, commitment, and reliability to the team

What we offer

Joining Mad & Kaffe Aarhus means becoming part of something new from the very beginning.

We offer:

• The opportunity to help build a brand-new kitchen and team
• A workplace with trust, responsibility, and room to grow
• A kitchen focused on fresh ingredients, quality, and craftsmanship
• A dynamic working environment where no two days are the same
• Professional and personal development opportunities within a growing company
• A supportive and social team culture
• Flexible scheduling
• Staff benefits at all Mad & Kaffe cafés
• A full-time position with long-term career opportunities