Head Chef: Lead Kitchen, Elevate Quality & Efficiency

Kairest Oy

Rovaniemi

On-site

EUR 18,000 - 26,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Kairest Oy in Rovaniemi seeks a Head Chef to lead the kitchen, plan and deliver high-quality breakfast, buffet and à la carte dishes, and ensure food products meet customer requirements. You will manage ingredients with a focus on cost-effectiveness, waste minimization, place orders, unload deliveries, and maintain cleanliness.

Strong organizational skills and the ability to work under pressure are essential.

Qualifications

  • Experience leading a kitchen efficiently and with high quality.
  • Ability to plan and execute high-quality food offerings.
  • Experience preparing breakfast, buffet meals, and à la carte dishes.
  • Strong organizational skills and ability to work under pressure.

Responsibilities

  • Plan and execute high-quality breakfast, buffet, and à la carte dishes.
  • Lead kitchen operations with focus on cost control and waste minimization.
  • Place orders, receive deliveries, and ensure proper stock levels.
  • Uphold cleanliness and food safety standards.

Skills

Leadership
Organizational skills
Pressure tolerance
Customer service
Cost control
Menu planning
Food planning

Job description

Kairest Oy in Rovaniemi seeks a Head Chef to lead the kitchen, plan and deliver high-quality breakfast, buffet and à la carte dishes, and ensure food products meet customer requirements. You will manage ingredients with a focus on cost-effectiveness, waste minimization, place orders, unload deliveries, and maintain cleanliness.

Strong organizational skills and the ability to work under pressure are essential.

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