Kitchen Assistant - July - 2026

Trevarefabrikken AS; Henningsvær; On-site; Full time

Job summary

An exciting culinary establishment in the Lofoten Islands is looking for Kitchen Assistants. This role involves assisting chefs, food preparation, and maintaining a clean kitchen. Ideal candidates are enthusiastic and eager to learn, with a strong work ethic. This summer position runs from late June to early August, with the possibility of extended work. Join a vibrant team and enjoy a diverse workplace while creating unforgettable memories in nature.

Benefits

Social and diverse workplace

Events and activities

Staff perks at the factory

Qualifications

• Kitchen experience is a bonus, not a must.
• Strong work ethic and positive, team-oriented attitude are key.
• Physical stamina for kitchen work.

Responsibilities

• Assist chefs during breakfast, lunch and dinner service.
• Support preparation of breakfast, lunch, diner and cafe items.
• Help with baking and dessert preparation.
• Maintain kitchen cleanliness and organization.
• Support overall kitchen workflow.

Skills

Enthusiasm

Quick learning

Team spirit

Strong work ethic

Physical stamina

Job description

Are you passionate about food, eager to learn, and ready for an extraordinary adventure in the Lofoten Islands? Trevarefabrikken is seeking motivated individuals to join our dynamic kitchen team as Kitchen Assistants.

At Trevarefabrikken we are a big group of friends and colleagues enjoying the island life. We work, hike, climb, surf and watch endless sunsets together. It’s a social place where you’ll make new friends and create lasting memories both inside and outside of work.

The work includes

• Assist chefs during breakfast, lunch and dinner service.
• Support preparation of breakfast, lunch, diner and cafe items.
• Help with baking and dessert preparation.
• Maintain kitchen cleanliness and organization.
• Support overall kitchen workflow.

You

• Kitchen experience is a bonus, not a must.
• We value enthusiasm, quick learning, and team spirit.
• Strong work ethic and positive, team-oriented attitude are key.
• Physical stamina for kitchen work.

We Offer

• A social and diverse workplace in the heart of Lofoten Islands, where there is always something happening: events, concerts, yoga classes, workshops, skiing/climbing retreats, hikes and more.
• Working with high quality products and professional coworkers in a fast pace place
• Staff perks at the factory.

The Job

• Requires you to be available from the end of June until the beginning of August. A possibility work longer can be discussed for the right candidate.
• Will be minimum 80% to full time 100%.
• Henningsvær is often changing with the seasons in both weather and visitors, so flexibility when it comes to tasks and workload is expected.

If this sounds like something for you, we hope to welcome you to Trevarefabrikken and our unique community in a place where the urban village life meets spectacular and wild nature!

Any questions about the position can be directed to our Kitchen Manager Shereen.

NB! Application deadline is 31st of January!