Kitchen manager

Kotatieva Resort; Rovaniemi; On-site; EUR 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Kotatieva Forest Bar & Kitchen in Lapland invites a skilled, independent kitchen professional to lead daily kitchen operations, prepare lunch and à la carte dishes, and ensure smooth service in close cooperation with the Restaurant Manager.

We value previous professional kitchen experience, the ability to work independently, teamwork, and a passion for using fresh, local ingredients to deliver authentic Lapland flavours in a small, friendly team.

Qualifications

• Prior experience in a professional kitchen is required.
• Ability to work independently and manage kitchen operations.
• Positive attitude, teamwork and passion for high-quality, local ingredients.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily kitchen operations.
• Prepare lunch and à la carte dishes.
• Oversee ingredient orders and inventory.
• Collaborate closely with the Restaurant Manager to ensure smooth service.

Skills

Professional kitchen experience

Independent work

Teamwork

Kitchen operations management

Job description

We are looking for a skilled, motivated and independent professional to take charge of the kitchen at Kotatieva Forest Bar & Kitchen.

Kotatieva is a small, locally owned family business located in the heart of a beautiful Lapland forest, just outside Rovaniemi. Our restaurant focuses on great food, a relaxed atmosphere and locally sourced ingredients. We aim to offer our guests authentic flavours of Lapland and memorable dining experiences.

Your responsibilities will include

managing the daily kitchen operations, preparing lunch and à la carte dishes, overseeing ingredient orders and inventory, and ensuring the kitchen runs smoothly in close cooperation with our Restaurant Manager.

We expect you to have previous experience in a professional kitchen, the ability to work independently and the confidence to manage kitchen operations even during busy periods. We especially value a positive attitude, teamwork and a passion for preparing high-quality food using fresh, local ingredients.

We offer you the opportunity to work in a truly unique environment as part of a small, friendly and supportive team. You will have the chance to take responsibility, contribute your own ideas and help us further develop our restaurant.

Employment relationship: Employment

Wage: Other

Working time: Daytime work, Evening work, Weekdays, Weekends, Shift work

Number of positions: 1

Osaamisalue: Hotelli-, ravitsemus- & matkailuala