Sous Chef - Hotel Kämp

Strawberryhotels; Helsinki; On-site; EUR 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid parental leave

Wellness allowance

Attractive pension plans

Discounts at hotels

Four free nights annually

Job summary

Strawberryhotels is seeking a dedicated Sous Chef for Hotel Kämp in Helsinki. Join a prestigious culinary team to create remarkable dishes in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. Ideal candidates will have at least 4 years of experience in high-end kitchens, demonstrating a passion for culinary excellence and the ability to thrive under pressure.

Enjoy a supportive workplace with ample career advancement opportunities and premium employee benefits. Apply by August 5, 2026.

Qualifications

• At least 4 years of experience in high-end à la carte kitchens.
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Dedication to high-quality culinary crafting.

Responsibilities

• Prepare world-class dishes with a focus on craftsmanship.
• Work flexibly across different kitchen departments.
• Lead your team alongside the head chef.

Skills

Culinary skills

High-end à la carte experience

Team leadership

Job description

A Legend is Reborn – Hotel Kämp is Looking for the Future Stars of Its Kitchen

"This is more than just a job. It is an invitation to become part of Finland’s most prestigious culinary legacy and leave your own mark on the history of gastronomy."

For over 130 years, Hotel Kämp has been the grand stage for timeless elegance, world‑class service, and unforgettable moments right in the heart of Helsinki. Now, you have the chance to write the next chapter of this story—in a place where passion, warmth, and true dedication define every single encounter.

A brilliant new chapter is beginning at Northern Europe’s most iconic five‑star hotel. Following a major landmark renewal, our restaurant services and kitchen operations are expanding like never before. We are looking for talented, ambitious Sous Chefs who cook straight from the heart to join our different kitchen departments. Come and be part of a team where timeless elegance, uncompromising quality, and a state‑of‑the‑art modern kitchen meet.

Your Role in the Kämp Kitchen

In our kitchen, every single detail is a work of art and every flavor is meticulously crafted. As a chef here, you’ll work in a dynamic, fast‑paced environment where you can put your skills to use across various kitchen sections and departments.

Honoring the handcraft: You’ll prepare world‑class dishes and culinary experiences where a deep respect for raw ingredients and true craftsmanship are at the very center of everything we do.

Continuous Growth: You will get to challenge yourself, sharpening your technical skills and creativity alongside some of the finest culinary professionals in the country. While leading your team from the front together with the head chef.

Versatility and Energy: You will work flexibly across different departments, giving you the perfect opportunity to grow into a true culinary all‑rounder.

What We Are Looking For

This role is meant for someone who truly lives and breathes the hospitality industry and wants to be among the absolute best.

Solid Professional Background: You have at least 4 years of experience working in high‑end à la carte kitchens.

Passion and Resilience: You value real craftsmanship. You are fast, efficient, and proactive, even when the dining room is packed and the pressure is on.

An Ambitious, Positive Mindset: You are a dedicated team player who walks into the kitchen every day with pride and a drive to succeed.

True Dedication: Five‑star luxury doesn't follow a standard 9‑to‑5 calendar. You are ready to work flexibly according to the dynamic hours of the hotel world—whether that means early mornings, late nights, weekends, or holidays.

A Seat at the Top Table: A unique opportunity to help shape a brand‑new era for Finland’s most legendary hotel.

An Inspiring Community: The backing of an exceptionally professional, motivated team that truly values your expertise.

Career Advancement: The perfect environment and resources to elevate your skills and grow into a top‑tier expert in your field.

Stability and Premium Benefits: A direct contract with Hotel Kämp, along with the first‑class employee benefits that come with working for such an iconic house.

Ready to take the next step in your career?

Starting date is flexible and negotiable. Don't wait—show us your ambition.

Please send in your application and CV by August 5, 2026. We are reviewing applications on a rolling basis, and positions will be filled as soon as we find the right talent.

What’s in it for you?

As part of Strawberry, you will get the best employee benefits of the industry.

A culture to cherish

Our people always make guests their top priority! Our warm and welcoming atmosphere creates the right setting for you to flourish and work your magic. You will get the freedom you need to perform your tasks and solve problems as they arise in the best way you see fit. A strong team spirit and family‑feeling foster a culture of collaboration. And when there’s something to celebrate, we make sure to have some fun! In larger cities, we also regularly host after‑work events to allow colleagues to mingle. We believe it’s down to the fact that we’re a diverse crowd full of energy, courage and enthusiasm. That’s how we create extraordinary experiences every single day!

Job security for peace of mind

When you work with us, we’ll take your whole life situation into consideration. We offer good job security through collective agreements and insurances, as well as paid parental leave, holiday leave, wellness allowance, attractive pension plans and competitive salaries. We’re there for you.

Room to grow

With more than 200 hotels across the Nordics, we offer you endless opportunities for career progression! Whether you want to work full‑time, part‑time, a few hours here and there, or perhaps only a season, we have room for you, no matter where you’re at. We encourage creativity and curiosity, and we make every effort to foster a culture of learning for professional development. Ready to take your next career leap within the company? We applaud you and will help you achieve this! An academic degree isn’t the most important thing for us. If you have the right mindset, we can certainly promise you a bright future.

Explore more

We encourage you to get out and explore all that life has to offer! So, we always give numerous discounts to you and your friends and family at our hotels, bars and restaurants. As part of Strawberry, you get four free nights at our hotels each year* To remind you just how important you are, we’ll always do our best to offer you an upgrade! And on top of that, we’ve also partnered with other companies to give you sweet deals on air travel, charter holidays, car rental and lots more.

*If you are employed on a contract for at least 20% of full‑time working hours.

Our heart beats for the world around us. To meet global challenges, we support the transition to clean energy, and we recently opened the first zero‑energy hotel in the Nordics. We seek to use organic produce and have championed the elimination of unsustainable palm oil. We promote equal rights above all and are proud sponsors of Pride. Regardless of your ethnicity, gender, religious beliefs, disabilities or age, our doors are always open.

Hotel Kämp is like a celebrity of the Finnish hotel business, the one everyone knows and whose fame and success are both envied and admired. Kämp is a hotel for cosmopolitan, quality‑conscious, fashionable, cultivated, demanding customers. Staying here has nothing to do with age or occupation: it is all about lifestyle—at Hotel Kämp, the customer always expects to receive the very best.

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