Cook

Riipinen Restaurants Oy; Kuusamo; On-site; EUR 26,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Opportunity to develop professionally

Flexible hours and competitive salary

Cooperative and supportive work環境

Opportunity to participate in menu-pln

Excellent staff benefits

Job summary

Riipinen Restaurants Oy in Ruka seeks an enthusiastic à la carte cook to prepare and plate dishes as part of a high‑performing team. The role is full‑time and seasonal, running from November 2026 to April 2027, with accommodation possible in Ruka if needed.

You will work alongside a collaborative kitchen crew, handle prep, plating, inventory, and hygiene standards, and contribute to menu planning. The position offers flexibility, professional development, and a welcoming environment for

Qualifications

• Good stress tolerance and organizational skills.
• Positive attitude and passion for food.
• Ability to react quickly to changing situations and problem solving.
• Hygiene passport and valid Salmonella certificate.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Preparation and plating of à la carte dishes.
• Pre-preparation and daily kitchen operations.
• Handling of raw materials and inventory management.
• Maintaining quality and hygiene standards.
• Teamwork with other staff.

Skills

Stress tolerance

Organizational skills

Positive attitude

Passion for food

Problem solving

Teamwork

Job description

We are seeking an enthusiastic and skilled to prepare and plate à la carte dishes as part of a high‑performing team. The Riipinen Restaurants concept in Ruka centers on delivering high‑quality food, warm customer service, a pleasant environment, and, above all, enjoyable moments with good food for people who value time off. The restaurant operation emphasizes a culture of shared action where our different restaurants strive for the best performance every day. We are looking for people who have a heart for customer service and delicious food, and who want to help colleagues and create a superb experience for guests.

The position is full‑time, seasonal, with work period November 2026 – April 2027 as per agreement. We will fill the position as soon as a suitable person is found. Accommodation can be arranged from Ruka if needed.

Job description:

As an à la carte cook you are responsible for preparation and plating of à la carte dishes according to the list. You work as part of a team but also have autonomously defined responsibilities.

• preparation and plating of à la carte dishes
• pre‑preparation and daily kitchen operations
• handling of raw materials and inventory management
• maintaining quality and hygiene standards
• teamwork with other staff

Requirements:

• good stress tolerance and organizational skills
• positive attitude and passion for food
• ability to react quickly to changing situations and problem solving
• hygiene passport and valid Salmonella certificate
• ability to work independently and as part of a team

We offer:

• opportunity to develop professionally
• flexible hours and competitive salary
• cooperative and supportive work environment
• opportunity to participate in menu planning
• excellent staff benefits