Spanish cuisine chef / cook

NaturFinland Avoin Yhtiö; Helsinki; Vor Ort; EUR 30.000 - 47.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

NaturFinland Avoin Yhtiö in Helsinki, Finland seeks an experienced Chef or Cook with a strong background in Spanish cuisine to join a multicultural kitchen. The role emphasizes Latin American influence and potential Finnish elements, with a permanent, full-time position and competitive hourly pay based on experience.

The successful candidate will bring deep knowledge of traditional Spanish cooking, creativity, and the ability to work well in a fast-paced setting while exploring fusion ideas and

Qualifikationen

• Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in a professional kitchen.
• Proven professional cooking experience.
• Experience with Spanish and/or Latin American cuisine is strongly preferred.
• Strong knowledge of flavour profiles, seasoning, ingredients and cooking techniques.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced restaurant environment.
• Ability to remain calm, organised and professional during busy service periods.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Spanish language skills are highly valued.
• Verifiable professional references from previous employment.

Aufgaben

• Prepare Spanish dishes using authentic recipes, ingredients and traditional cooking techniques, including croquetas, cocidos, a la plancha, sofritos and rice dishes.
• Learn and prepare Latin American and Caribbean dishes, combining techniques from different culinary traditions.
• Explore fusion concepts between Spanish and Latin American cuisine, with potential incorporation of Finnish elements.
• Maintain high standards of quality, flavour and presentation while following authentic recipes.
• Contribute to creation and development of new dishes and plating ideas.
• Manage mise en place and food preparation efficiently.
• Keep kitchen clean, organised and professional; assist with inventory and stock control.
• Adhere to food safety and kitchen hygiene standards; stay updated on culinary trends.

Kenntnisse

Spanish cuisine

Latin American cuisine

Teamwork

Fast-paced environment

Jobbeschreibung

We are looking for an experienced **Chef or Cook with a strong background in Spanish cuisine** to join our team in Helsinki, Finland.

We are seeking someone with a deep understanding of traditional Spanish cooking, a genuine passion for hospitality, and the creativity and curiosity to bring those skills into a contemporary and multicultural culinary environment.

Experience or familiarity with **Latin American and Caribbean cuisine** is considered a strong advantage.

Responsibilities

Prepare Spanish dishes using authentic recipes, ingredients and traditional cooking techniques, including:

• Croquetas
• Cocidos, bean and chickpea stews
• Grilling, roasting and _a la plancha_ cooking
• Sofritos and other culinary bases
• Slow-cooked guisos and stews
• Deep-frying and frituras
• Plantain preparations
• Marinades and adobos
• Rice dishes

The successful candidate should also be willing to **learn and prepare Latin American and Caribbean dishes**, combining techniques and flavours from different culinary traditions.

Our goal is also to explore new dishes that create an interesting fusion between **Spanish and Latin American cuisine, with the possibility of incorporating selected elements of Finnish cuisine**.

Additional responsibilities include

• Following authentic recipes while maintaining high standards of quality, flavour and presentation.
• Contributing to the creation and development of new dishes.
• Bringing creativity to plating and presentation.
• Managing mise en place and food preparation efficiently.
• Maintaining a clean, organised and professional kitchen environment.
• Assisting with inventory management and stock control.
• Following food safety, hygiene and kitchen standards.
• Keeping up to date with contemporary culinary techniques, trends and restaurant presentation styles.

Qualifications

• **Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience** in a professional kitchen.
• Proven professional cooking experience.
• Experience with **Spanish and/or Latin American cuisine** is strongly preferred.
• Strong knowledge of flavour profiles, seasoning, ingredients and cooking techniques.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced restaurant environment.
• Ability to remain calm, organised and professional during busy service periods.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Reliable, responsible and positive attitude.
• Spanish language skills are highly valued.
• Candidates should provide **verifiable professional references** from previous employment.

Eligibility to Work in Finland

Candidates must have **EU citizenship or a valid residence/work permit that allows them to work in Finland**.

The position is based in **Helsinki, Finland**, and we warmly welcome applications from qualified professionals currently living in **Spain or elsewhere in the European Union who are interested in relocating to Finland**.

What We Offer

• **Permanent employment**
• **Full-time position**
• Competitive hourly salary based on experience and professional background
• Staff meals during working shifts
• Free coffee and tea
• A friendly, multicultural and music-filled working environment
• A supportive and collaborative team
• Opportunities for professional growth within a developing restaurant concept
• The opportunity to contribute your knowledge, ideas and creativity to the development of our cuisine

Osaamisalue: Hotelli-, ravitsemus- & matkailuala