Commis Chef — Learn & Rotate Across All Kitchen Stations

Nordichotels; Trondheim; Hybrid; NOK 290,000 - 360,000; Full time

Job summary

Villa Nord in Trondheim is seeking a Commis Chef to support daily kitchen operations under the Chef de Partie and leadership. The role offers hands-on learning across sections and growth toward greater responsibility as you rotate through the kitchen.

You will work in shift patterns including evenings and weekends, handling seasonal produce, following recipes, and upholding strict hygiene standards to ensure high-quality service.

Qualifications

• Experience in professional kitchens or culinary education.
• Basic knowledge of food hygiene; willing to be trained in internal routines.
• Working proficiency in Norwegian or English.
• Reliability, willingness to learn, calm under pressure, and genuine care for produce, colleagues, and guests.
• Flexibility with regard to working across different sections and varying shift patterns.

Responsibilities

• Preparation and service: Carrying out mise en place, preparation, and cooking tasks as directed by the Chef de Partie or kitchen leadership.
• Section rotation and coverage: Covering days off across all sections of the kitchen according to the roster, stepping into the routines of each station as required.
• Produce and craft: Handling raw ingredients — particularly seasonal and local produce — with care, correct storage, and minimal waste.
• Hygiene, safety, and routine: Complying with all requirements under Norwegian food safety regulations and Villa Nord's internal control system, including temperature logs, labelling, and cleaning routines.
• Learning and development: Participating actively in training, tastings, and kitchen meetings; receiving guidance and applying it daily.

Skills

Culinary experience

Food hygiene knowledge

Norwegian or English proficiency

Reliability and willingness to learn

Flexibility across sections

Education

Culinary education

Trade certificate (fagbrev) advantage

Job description

Villa Nord in Trondheim is seeking a Commis Chef to support daily kitchen operations under the Chef de Partie and leadership. The role offers hands-on learning across sections and growth toward greater responsibility as you rotate through the kitchen.

You will work in shift patterns including evenings and weekends, handling seasonal produce, following recipes, and upholding strict hygiene standards to ensure high-quality service.