Head Chef

Prestige Greeters; Bergen; On-site; NOK 151,000 - 204,000; Full time

Job summary

Prestige Greeters in Bergen is seeking an experienced Head Chef to lead our kitchen team and ensure top quality and consistency across the menu. You will oversee cooking, menu development, and staff management in a high-end dining environment.

The role requires strong leadership, creativity, and deep knowledge of diverse cooking techniques, with the ability to thrive under pressure in a fast-paced setting. Competitive salary is offered, with growth opportunities within a prestigious restaurant.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership experience in a high-end kitchen.
• Ability to develop unique, marketable menu items.
• Strong grasp of food cost controls and menu engineering.
• Experience training and mentoring kitchen staff.

Responsibilities

• Plan, design and develop new menu items reflecting the restaurant's identity.
• Oversee food preparation and cooking to ensure quality standards.
• Train, mentor and manage kitchen staff including sous chefs and line cooks.
• Maintain inventory and order supplies to keep operations efficient.
• Manage food costs by creating cost-effective menus without sacrificing quality.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations in the kitchen.

Skills

Leadership

Menu development

Food cost control

Team management

Planning and menu design

Job description

We are in search of an experienced and skilled Head Chef to join our team at a high-end restaurant in Bergen. As the Head Chef you will be responsible for leading our kitchen staff and ensuring the quality and consistency of our menu offerings.

Responsibilities

• Plan design and develop new menu items that reflect our restaurants identity and appeal to our clientele
• Oversee food preparation and cooking processes to ensure quality standards are met
• Train mentor and manage kitchen staff including sous chefs line cooks and prep cooks
• Maintain inventory levels and order supplies as needed to ensure efficient operations
• Manage food costs by creating cost-effective menus without compromising on quality
• Ensure compliance with all health and safety regulations in the kitchen area

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Head Chef or Executive Chef in a high-end restaurant setting
• In-depth knowledge of various cooking methods ingredients equipment and procedures
• Excellent leadership skills with the ability to motivate and manage a team
• Strong creativity and ability to develop unique menu items that align with our restaurants concept
• Good understanding of food cost control measures
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment

Salary We offer a competitive salary of 1700$ per month for this position