Head chef of a hotel (permanent position)

Soprana Personell Norway; Bergen; On-site; NOK 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious hotel in Norway seeks an ambitious Head Chef to lead a culinary team of 20-30 professionals. The ideal candidate will innovate menus and ensure exceptional food quality in a high-volume environment. Experience in Michelin-starred restaurants is a plus. Located in a skiing resort, this role offers a unique opportunity to enhance guest experiences. Interested candidates should submit their resumes directly.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an Executive Chef, Head Chef, or Sous Chef ready to step into a Head Chef role.
• Experience managing a sizeable team in a high-volume international hotel restaurant.
• Commitment to exceptional guest service.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a kitchen team of 20-30 professionals.
• Innovate and adjust menu offerings as per hotel standards.
• Train and develop kitchen staff.

Skills

Leadership skills

Creative culinary skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Job description

We are seeking a talented and ambitious Head Chef to lead our culinary team at a prestigious hotel in Norway. This is a unique opportunity for a chef with international experience to not only uphold our high standards but also bring a personal touch to our menus.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a kitchen team of 20-30 professionals.
• Innovate and adjust menu offerings in alignment with the hotel's standards and guest preferences.
• Ensure the highest levels of food quality, consistency, and hygiene.
• Train and develop kitchen staff, promoting continuous professional growth.
• Collaborate with management to enhance guest satisfaction and streamline kitchen operations.

Requirements

• Proven experience as an Executive Chef, Head Chef, or a Sous Chef ready to step into a Head Chef role.
• Strong leadership skills and experience managing a sizeable team in a high-volume, international hotel restaurant environment.
• Creative culinary skills with the ability to adapt and innovate menus, including for large-scale events such as weddings and conferences.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Commitment to exceptional guest service.
• Experience working in Michelin-starred restaurants is highly regarded but not essential.
• Deep understanding of buffet service dynamics, especially in the context of large events and gatherings.

The location is a skiing resort in Trysil municipality, about 3 hours of driving from Oslo.

Application Process: Interested candidates should submit a resume detailing their experience. For more information please reach out at [phone].