2027 Executive Chef - February - December

Trevarefabrikken; Henningsvær; On-site; NOK 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Social workplace in Lofoten

Close work with Head Chef

Staff perks at the factory

Experience life in Lofoten throughout

Job summary

Trevarefabrikken AS in Henningsvær is seeking an Executive Chef to lead the kitchen alongside the Head Chef, helping develop seasonal menus and ensure smooth kitchen operations while delivering great food through the seasons of Lofoten.

We’re a social and creative place, with a focus on quality ingredients and teamwork, offering opportunities to shape the kitchen and participate in seasonal events and private bookings.

Qualifications

• Experienced in professional kitchens, leadership or supervisory experience preferred.
• Passionate about cooking with fresh, seasonal ingredients.
• Ability to take initiative, work independently and make decisions.
• Stay organized and calm in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication and teamwork to support and coordinate the kitchen staff.
• Accountable for food quality, kitchen organization and maintaining high standards.
• Familiar with kitchen equipment.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with the Head Chef on daily kitchen operations, planning and organization.
• Take responsibility for kitchen service, ensuring consistent food quality and presentation.
• Prepare and manage the breakfast buffet.
• Bake and prepare goods for the café and desserts for dinner service.
• Prepare and serve a seasonal à la carte lunch menu.
• Cook for private bookings, events and festivals during the season.
• Support menu development.
• Coordinate and support kitchen staff during service and maintain clear communication.

Job description

Are you passionate about food, ready to take on more responsibility and looking for an extraordinary adventure in the Lofoten Islands? Join Trevarefabrikken as Executive Chef and work closely with our Head Chef to lead and support the kitchen team, help develop seasonal menus, and ensure smooth kitchen operations while delivering great food throughout the changing seasons of Lofoten.

At Trevarefabrikken, we are a big group of friends and colleagues who enjoy island life together. We work, hike, climb, surf and make the most of our surroundings. It’s a social and creative place where you’ll become part of a team both inside and outside the kitchen.

We’re looking for an experienced and motivated chef who takes pride in their craft, enjoys working with seasonal ingredients and is ready to take an active role in the daily running of the kitchen. You’ll work closely with the Head Chef on kitchen operations, food quality, planning and team coordination, helping maintain high standards while contributing to a positive and collaborative working environment.

The work includes

• Working closely with the Head Chef on daily kitchen operations, planning and organisation.

• Taking responsibility for kitchen service and ensuring consistent food quality and presentation.

• Preparing and managing the breakfast buffet.

• Baking and preparing goods for our café and desserts for dinner service.

• Preparing and serving a seasonal à la carte lunch menu, working with fresh ingredients and making the most of the produce available throughout the season.

• Cooking for private bookings, special events and festivals throughout the season, including Trevarefest, the highlight of our summer.

• Supporting menu development.

• Coordinating and supporting kitchen staff during service, maintaining clear communication and effective teamwork.

• Maintaining kitchen systems, routines, hygiene and food safety standards.

You

• Have solid experience working in professional kitchens, ideally with experience taking on leadership or supervisory responsibilities.

• Are passionate about cooking and working with fresh, seasonal ingredients.

• Take initiative, work independently and are comfortable making decisions.

• Can stay organised and calm in a fast-paced environment.

• Have strong communication skills and enjoy supporting and coordinating a team.

• Take responsibility for food quality, kitchen organisation and maintaining high standards.

• Are familiar with kitchen equipment.

We offer

• A social and diverse workplace in the heart of the Lofoten Islands, with events, concerts, workshops, yoga classes, climbing and skiing retreats, hikes and more.

• The opportunity to work closely with the Head Chef and take an active role in shaping the kitchen and its food.

• High-quality ingredients, a creative working environment and a professional, supportive team.

• Staff perks at the factory.

• The opportunity to experience life in Lofoten throughout the changing seasons, from long summer days and lively festivals to colourful autumns and snowy winters beneath the northern lights.

The job

• Requires availability from the end of January until the mid December.

• Is a minimum 80–100% position.

• Requires flexibility in tasks and workload, as Henningsvær changes with the seasons, both in weather and visitor numbers.

Any questions about the position can be directed to our Kitchen Manager, Shereen.

Application deadline: 17th of January 2027