Chef / Kitchen Professional

Miilu Bar & Grill; Ylläsjärvi; On-site; EUR 25 000 - 35 000; Full time

Job summary

A unique kitchen in Lapland is seeking passionate professionals to join their team in Ylläs. The positions offer a chance to work in an open-fire kitchen with a focus on northern ingredients. Candidates should have kitchen experience, professionalism, and a keen interest in cooking. Opportunities for Head Chef roles include team leadership and development of kitchen operations. Competitive salary, accommodation available if needed.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Accommodation available

Unique setting in nature

Qualifications

• Previous kitchen experience required for the role.
• Interest in open-fire cooking or willingness to learn.
• Professionalism and attention to detail are essential.
• Ability to stay calm and positive under pressure.
• Driver's license preferred but not mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Work in a unique open-fire kitchen environment.
• Influence the menu and help develop operations.
• Lead the team and build the kitchen operation if applying for Head Chef.

Skills

Kitchen experience

Interest in open-fire cooking

Professionalism

Attention to detail

Calm under pressure

Team leadership skills

Job description

Overview

Step into the culinary wonder of Lapland! We are looking for passionate professionals to join us in Ylläs, where our restaurant opened in December 2024 and combines the art of open-fire grilling, pure northern ingredients, and uncompromising quality. We are part of Miilu Resort, located on the shores of Lake Ylläsjärvi, serving guests seven days a week during peak season from morning until evening.

What we offer

• A chance to work with a unique open-fire kitchen concept
• A strong and visionary team where quality and creativity go hand in hand
• The opportunity to influence the menu and help develop our operations
• Competitive salary
• Accommodation available if needed
• A stunning setting and the everyday wonder of Lapland\'s nature

We are looking for

• Previous kitchen experience (more required for Head Chef role)
• Interest in open-fire cooking or a willingness to learn
• Professionalism, attention to detail, and a passion for the craft
• The ability to stay calm and positive under pressure
• For Head Chef: team leadership skills, strong organizational abilities, and the capability to help build the kitchen operation from the ground up
• Driver\'s license (preferred but not mandatory)

Work begins with the autumn season in September and continues through the winter season from December to May. The exact duration and start date of the contract can be flexibly agreed upon based on the applicant\'s situation.

Send your application and CV to [e-mail] by October 29, 2025.

If there\'s a fire burning in your kitchen this is your place. Come and help create a truly unique culinary experience in the heart of Lapland.

Employment details

• Employment relationship: Employment
• Work start date: According to agreement
• Wage: Time rate
• Working time: Daytime work, Evening work, Weekdays, Weekends
• Number of positions: 4
• Notes for applying: Send your CV with salary expectations and come create a unique food experience in the heart of Lapland.

Osaamisalue: Hotelli-, ravitsemus- & matkailuala