Head Chef: Arctic Local Cuisine & Event Leadership

Strawberryhotels; Tromsø; Hybrid; NOK 900,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discounts on stays and dining

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Clarion Hotel The Edge in Tromsø is seeking a Hands-on Head Chef to own the kitchen, craft menus with premium Arctic ingredients, and confidently present concepts to event guests. You’ll lead the culinary philosophy alongside the Executive Chef, focusing on craft, flavor, and high-quality presentation.

Responsibilities include developing à la carte and banquet menus, presenting dishes at major events, and driving sustainability in the kitchen with local partners.

Qualifications

• Highly skilled, uncompromising chef with a trade certificate and solid experience in banquet and/or à la carte service.
• Sustainability-minded, innovative, and passionate about local produce and Arctic flavor profiles.
• Comfortable communicating and presenting food concepts to large groups when required.
• Willing to step up to lead the team when the Executive Chef is away.

Responsibilities

• Craft menus with local identity for à la carte and banquet services.
• Present the food and stories behind the dishes at major events.
• Deliver high-quality service under pressure during evening shifts.
• Drive sustainability through short-traveled ingredients and strong local supplier partnerships.
• Collaborate with the Executive Chef and lead when requested.

Skills

Banquet service

A la carte

Trade certificate

Local Arctic produce

Public speaking

Leadership

Job description

Clarion Hotel The Edge in Tromsø is seeking a Hands-on Head Chef to own the kitchen, craft menus with premium Arctic ingredients, and confidently present concepts to event guests. You’ll lead the culinary philosophy alongside the Executive Chef, focusing on craft, flavor, and high-quality presentation.

Responsibilities include developing à la carte and banquet menus, presenting dishes at major events, and driving sustainability in the kitchen with local partners.