Graduate Program - Executive Chef

Newrest; Dragør; On-site; DKK 223,880 - 298,507; Full time

Job summary

Join Newrest in Dragør as part of a dynamic Graduate Program designed to develop high-potential young talents in culinary management.

Your role will involve creating menus, overseeing production, and ensuring quality standards while building strong client relationships. Ideal candidates are newly graduated chefs or those with culinary backgrounds, possessing strong communication skills in English and a knowledge of food safety standards.

A versatile and adaptive mindset is crucial within a rapidly evolving international environment.

Qualifications

• Newly graduated chef or culinary background.
• Strong verbal English skills required; Danish is a plus.
• Understanding of food safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Develop new menus and recipes for clients.
• Monitor production processes and maintain quality standards.
• Maintain business relationships with clients and anticipate their needs.

Skills

Verbal communication skills in English

Culinary background

Knowledge of food safety standards

Problem-solving abilities

Organizational abilities

Education

Graduated as a chef or in culinary field

Graduated in Health & Nutrition

Tools

IT skills

Experience with ERP systems

Job description

At Newrest, we move forward thanks to those who get involved, take risks, and are eager to develop. Join a dynamic team with an entrepreneurial and sporty mindset, where decisions are taken quickly without fear of failure. At Newrest, everyone contributes to the Group’s growth. Here, hands‑on experience matters, even the CEO pushes trolleys.

Newrest, an expert in out‑of‑home catering and Facility Management, is one of the world leaders in multi‑sector catering. Driven by a pioneering “Unlimited” spirit, the Group operates in 53 countries with 60,000 employees. Our services cover a wide range of areas: airline catering, buy‑on‑board, onboard duty free, concession catering, remotes sites and Facility Management services, rail catering, airport and motorway concessions. More than just a company, Newrest represent a true family, with 97% of its capital owned by over 700 employees.

Our Danish Operations

• Number of employees: 375
• Main activities: Inflight catering
• Key clients: 1 (SAS)
• Relevant information: Start as quickly as possible

Our Graduate Program

A fast‑track 12‑month program designed to support high‑potential young talents in developing their skills and taking on responsibilities. A true career accelerator, our Graduate Program combines hands‑on operational experience, structured skills development, and close support (mentoring, HR follow‑up, regular feedback). Graduates are fully immersed in key business challenges and actively contribute to high value‑added projects.

Your Role

• Culinary and Support:
  • Develop new menus and recipes in line with client requirements and specific needs
  • Source new products in collaboration with the Procurement Department.
  • Oversee production techniques, including preparation and cooking process
  • Monitor and ensure compliance with operational procedures and quality standards
  • Supervise production across all units and implement corrective action plans when necessary
  • Share expertise and provide training for kitchen staff
  • Ensure compliance with hygiene and food safety regulations and promote adherence among teams
  • Lead and coordinate teams responsible for recipe preparation and production
• Management
  • Conduct internal audits and quality controls (food testing) to ensure proper menu execution, including product quality and portion sizes.
  • Monitor costs associated with recipe preparation and production
• Commercial Activities
  • Maintain strong business relationships with clients
  • Participate in client presentations in collaboration with the Commercial Team
  • Anticipate client needs and propose menus that meet their expectations and requirements
  • Prepare and provide the information and documentation necessary to ensure the successful execution of menus.
  • You will report to the Head of Menu Design and Procurement Scandinavia.

Key Competencies

• Newly graduated as a chef or with other culinary background like catering, hospitality or similar or:
• Graduated within Health & Nutrition (i.e., “Professionsbachelor”), Clinical dietician, food science etc.
• Open minded and eager to learn
• Flexible and able to adapt to changing situations
• Strong verbal communication skills in English (mandatory) and ideally Danish.
• IT‑and technical flair
• Knowledge of food safety standards and hygiene protocols
• Strong problem‑solving and organizational abilities
• A positive and can‑do attitude
• Ability to lead and collaborate constructively with a broad range of stakeholders
• Analytical skills.

What You Should Know Before Applying

• Versatility is key, even in support functions
• A strong corporate DNA based on commitment, responsibility, and team spirit
• A dynamic, international environment that is constantly evolving
• Double‑digit growth since 2020
• €3.4 billion in revenue (2024/2025)
• Development of Industry 4.0: Digital Factory: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2fq_qXf7WFo
• In‑house ERP system: Winrest
• A Graduate Program that develops young talent
• Management of the entire value chain: from raw material procurement to delivery on the tarmac
• Over 2 million meals served per day
• Group news available here: https://media.newrest.eu/

So, if you want to join a team that values your motivation as much as your potential… send us your application and come build your success with us!

If you have questions, please contact Morten Ottesen on [e-mail]

Due to the Summer Holiday, the response time might be a little longer than normal.