Chef de Partie at Boutique Hotel: Craft & Local Produce

Nordichotels; Trondheim; Hybrid; NOK 580,000 - 860,000; Full time

Job summary

Villa Nord, Trondheim's first boutique hotel, seeks a skilled Sous Chef to shape the culinary heart of the property. You will work closely with the Culinary Head Chef and sous-chef to execute the brand's concept across all food services.

You lead shifts, uphold high quality, mentor staff, and contribute to cost control, sustainability, and guest experience. We value craft, local produce, and genuine teamwork.

Qualifications

• Solid culinary experience and a clear professional standpoint.
• Experience from ambitious restaurants, hotels or similar concepts.
• Value craft, produce and care over trends and speed.
• Lead with trust, clarity and respect.
• Understand the kitchen as part of a larger operation and take ownership.

Responsibilities

• Support the Culinary Head Chef and souschef in executing Villa Nord's culinary concept in line with the brand.
• Prepare and deliver seasonal, produce-led menus with storytelling at their core.
• Lead the kitchen shifts day-to-day with clarity, care and professional rigour.
• Maintain consistently high quality across all service periods - from morning through evening.
• Assist with staff development, training and building a strong kitchen culture.
• Contribute to structured operations including cost control, sustainability practices and food safety.
• Be an active participant in positioning Villa Nord as a destination for genuine food experiences.

Skills

Culinary experience

Leadership

Team collaboration

Sustainability mindset

Job description

Villa Nord, Trondheim's first boutique hotel, seeks a skilled Sous Chef to shape the culinary heart of the property. You will work closely with the Culinary Head Chef and sous-chef to execute the brand's concept across all food services.

You lead shifts, uphold high quality, mentor staff, and contribute to cost control, sustainability, and guest experience. We value craft, local produce, and genuine teamwork.