Head Chef - Lead, Create Menus & Elevate Guest Dining

Kjøkkensjef; Kristiansund; On-site; NOK 900,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Job summary

Thon Hotel Kristiansund is seeking an enthusiastic Head Chef to lead our kitchen team on a 100% permanent basis. You will shape menus, oversee daily operations, and drive guest satisfaction in day, evening, and weekend shifts.

Reporting to the Hotel Manager, you will recruit and develop staff, manage budgets, and maintain high standards of food safety and service. This is a pivotal leadership role in a premier coastal hotel.

Qualifications

• Leads the kitchen team with a focus on quality and guest satisfaction.
• Strong knowledge of food safety and HACCP standards is essential.
• Excellent communication in English; Norwegian language skills are a plus and may be learned.

Responsibilities

• Lead the daily kitchen operations and strategic development.
• Recruit, train, and develop kitchen staff.
• Prepare staffing plans and work schedules.
• Ensure high standards of food production, service, and guest satisfaction.
• Manage budgets, purchasing, inventory, and stocktaking.
• Contribute to creative menu and concept development.
• Plan and execute events with the meetings and conference department.
• Ensure compliance with food safety regulations and internal controls.
• Maintain relationships with suppliers and partners.
• Promote sustainability and reduce food waste.

Skills

Leadership

Food safety

HACCP

English communication

Menu development

Education

Chef's qualification/certificate

Job description

Thon Hotel Kristiansund is seeking an enthusiastic Head Chef to lead our kitchen team on a 100% permanent basis. You will shape menus, oversee daily operations, and drive guest satisfaction in day, evening, and weekend shifts.

Reporting to the Hotel Manager, you will recruit and develop staff, manage budgets, and maintain high standards of food safety and service. This is a pivotal leadership role in a premier coastal hotel.