Opening Chef for European Tapas — Full-Time

Kokk; Tønsberg; On-site; NOK 520,000 - 640,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full-time

Opening period

Strong team

Quality hospitality

Fresh ingredients

Potential renewal

Job summary

Grand Café Tønsberg in Tønsberg is seeking an experienced chef to join the kitchen team on a full-time basis for the opening period from 1 November to 19 December 2026. You will work with a varied menu featuring lunch dishes, tapas and European-inspired cuisine.

The role offers the chance to showcase culinary skills, maintain high hygiene standards, and contribute to a welcoming hospitality-driven kitchen environment with potential opportunities after the initial period.

Qualifications

• An experienced chef with a culinary qualification or solid professional kitchen experience.
• Comfortable working independently and as part of a team.
• Organised, reliable and able to handle a busy kitchen.

Responsibilities

• Preparing and cooking high-quality dishes using fresh ingredients.
• Working with a varied menu featuring lunch dishes, tapas and European-inspired cuisine.
• Ensuring consistent food quality, presentation and efficient service.
• Supporting the kitchen team during busy services and events.
• Maintaining excellent hygiene, organisation and food safety standards.
• Contributing to a positive, professional and enjoyable kitchen environment.

Skills

Culinary skills

Teamwork

Food safety

Communication

Education

Culinary qualification

Job description

Grand Café Tønsberg in Tønsberg is seeking an experienced chef to join the kitchen team on a full-time basis for the opening period from 1 November to 19 December 2026. You will work with a varied menu featuring lunch dishes, tapas and European-inspired cuisine.

The role offers the chance to showcase culinary skills, maintain high hygiene standards, and contribute to a welcoming hospitality-driven kitchen environment with potential opportunities after the initial period.