Executive Chef - Herning, Denmark

EliteHire; Herning; On-site; DKK 88,000 - 119,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Visa sponsorship

Job summary

EliteHire in Herning, Denmark, seeks an experienced Executive Chef to lead our kitchen, craft menus, and uphold top-quality standards in a high-volume restaurant setting. You will supervise staff, manage inventories, and ensure compliance with food safety regulations while delivering exceptional guest experiences.

This contract role offers visa sponsorship and a collaborative environment where innovation and tradition meet.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as Executive Chef or similar in a high-volume setting.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills.
• Strong knowledge of culinary techniques, ingredients and equipment.
• Ability to create innovative dishes while maintaining traditional favorites.
• Familiarity with food safety regulations.
• Flexibility to work weekends, evenings and holidays as needed.
• Ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Culinary degree preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Create and maintain menus reflecting our restaurants' style and concept.
• Oversee preparation and presentation of all dishes according to recipes and quality standards.
• Train, supervise and schedule kitchen staff for efficient operations.
• Manage inventory levels and order supplies as needed.
• Ensure compliance with food safety regulations at all times.
• Collaborate with management to develop new menu items and specials.
• Monitor food costs and adjust to maintain profitability.
• Maintain a clean, organized, well-stocked kitchen at all times.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Culinary techniques

Innovation

Food safety

Flexibility

Under pressure

Education

Culinary degree (preferred)

Job description

Responsibilities

• Create and maintain menus that reflect our restaurants style and concept
• Oversee the preparation and presentation of all dishes according to recipes and quality standards
• Train supervise and schedule kitchen staff to ensure efficient operations
• Manage inventory levels and order supplies as needed
• Ensure compliance with food safety regulations at all times
• Collaborate with management to develop new menu items and specials
• Monitor food costs and make adjustments as necessary to maintain profitability
• Maintain a clean organized and well-stocked kitchen at all times

Requirements

• Proven experience as an Executive Chef or similar role in a high-volume restaurant or hotel setting
• Excellent leadership and communication skills
• Strong knowledge of culinary techniques ingredients and equipment
• Ability to create innovative dishes while also maintaining traditional favorites
• Familiarity with food safety regulations
• Flexibility to work weekends evenings and holidays as needed
• Ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment
• Culinary degree preferred but not required

Salary

This is a contract position with visa sponsorship provided The salary for this role is $1400 per month

Location

Herning is a vibrant city located in central Denmark It offers a rich cultural scene beautiful parks and easy access to other major cities in Europe

We welcome candidates of any nationality who are passionate about food and looking for an exciting opportunity in a dynamic environment

If you have a passion for creating delicious dishes using fresh ingredients and possess strong leadership skills