Souschef

Strawberryhotels; Oslo; On-site; NOK 600,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

A premier hotel chain in Oslo is seeking a strategic and creative Sous Chef to join their kitchen leadership team. You will support the Executive Chef and guide the kitchen staff, contributing to the development of culinary concepts. Ideal candidates should have several years of experience and a passion for guest experiences. This role offers a full-time position with opportunities for growth within the company.

Benefits

4 free hotel nights per year

Employee discounts

Food & beverage discounts

Career opportunities

Qualifications

• Several years of experience as a chef with leadership responsibility.
• Strategic mindset with a passion for creating memorable guest experiences.
• Up to date on culinary trends.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support kitchen team in daily operations.
• Ensure high standards for taste and presentation.
• Contribute to strategic menu development.

Skills

Leadership

Culinary creativity

Menu development

Hygiene and safety compliance

Fluent in English

Job description

We’re looking for a strategic and creative Sous Chef to join one of Oslo’s most iconic hotels.

Amerikalinjen opened in 2019 and has since become one of the city’s leading boutique hotels—consistently ranked as a top hotel on TripAdvisor. Our house blends history, design, and hospitality, and hosts several unique food and drink concepts: Atlas Brasserie & Café, Haven, Pier 42, and Gustav Jazz Club.

About the Role

As Sous Chef, you’ll be part of our talented kitchen leadership team, working closely with the Executive Chef to guide and support the kitchen team. You’ll play a key role in developing and executing our culinary concepts—ensuring that every dining experience, from breakfast and lunch to à la carte and events, delights our guests and reflects Amerikalinjen’s high standards of quality, creativity, and hospitality.

You’ll also be part of the hotel’s extended leadership team, collaborating with other department heads to drive development, efficiency, and growth across Amerikalinjen.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support the kitchen team in daily operations
• Ensure high standards for taste, presentation, and overall guest experience
• Contribute to strategic menu development and seasonal concepts
• Oversee hygiene, safety and food control routines (HACCP)
• Train and motivate chefs, apprentices and kitchen staff
• Manage ordering, stock and cost control

Qualifications

• Several years of experience as a chef, including leadership responsibility
• Strategic mindset with a genuine passion for creating memorable guest experiences
• Structured, dependable and solution-oriented
• Up to date on culinary trends and inspired by creativity
• Fluent in English; Scandinavian language is a plus

Why Join Us

At Amerikalinjen, you’ll be part of an ambitious and international team with room to grow. We offer a professional yet down‑to‑earth work environment where passion and personality matter.

We offer

• 4 free hotel nights per year at Strawberry / Nordic Hotels & Resorts
• Employee and Friends & Family discounts
• Food & beverage discounts for you and your friends
• Career opportunities across Strawberry’s hotel portfolio

Job Details

• Location: Oslo
• Position: Full‑time
• Reports to: Executive Chef
• Start: By agreement
• Applicants must be residents of Norway and hold a valid Norwegian work permit.

We promote equal rights above all and are proud sponsors of Pride. Regardless of your ethnicity, gender, religious beliefs, disabilities or age – our doors are always open.

Are you ready to take the next step in your culinary career? Apply now and join the kitchen team at Amerikalinjen.

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