Regional Kitchen Manager - Basta

Urban Italian Group; Gävle kommun; On-site; SEK 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and benefits package

Career growth opportunities

Referral scheme

Shared accommodation (T&C applied)

Job summary

Join Urban Italian Group as a culinary leader where you will support and develop Head Chefs across multiple venues. This role requires strong experience in kitchen operations and a passion for food and leadership.

As a part of a dynamic growing hospitality group, you will drive food quality and profitability while ensuring operational excellence. Enjoy a competitive salary, benefits, and unique growth opportunities within our international organization.

Qualifications

• Strong experience in multi-site kitchen operations.
• Previous experience as Executive Chef, Head Chef, or similar role.
• Excellent leadership and coaching skills.
• Strong understanding of food cost management and profitability.
• Flexibility to travel regularly across locations.

Responsibilities

• Support and develop Head Chefs and kitchen teams.
• Drive consistency in food quality and operational standards.
• Monitor food costs and inventory management.
• Deliver training and development programs.
• Conduct kitchen audits for improvement opportunities.
• Collaborate on strategic culinary projects.
• Ensure compliance with food safety standards.

Skills

Culinary expertise

Leadership skills

Food cost management

Training and development

Inventory management

Job description

Dream Big - Join Basta!

About Basta

At Basta, we bring the warmth, flavours and energy of Italy into everyday life. Inspired by Italian hospitality and designed for every occasion, our restaurants are vibrant neighbourhood destinations where guests come together over great food, genuine service and unforgettable moments - all with an accessible approach. Fast-paced, welcoming and full of personality, Basta is Italy with a modern twist.

Part of Urban Italian Group

Urban Italian Group is building something truly special. We are a growing international hospitality group creating distinctive restaurant brands, strong teams and memorable guest experiences. With growth comes opportunity for people who want to learn, lead, take ownership and help shape the future of our restaurants.

The role

Working closely with our Culinary Director, you will help shape the success of our restaurants by coaching Head Chefs, driving food quality, improving profitability, and ensuring operational excellence in every kitchen.

You Will Be Responsible For

• Support and develop Head Chefs and kitchen teams across multiple venues.
• Drive consistency in food quality, presentation, and operational standards.
• Monitor food costs, inventory management, and waste reduction initiatives.
• Deliver training and development programs to culinary teams.
• Conduct kitchen audits and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Collaborate with the Culinary Director on strategic culinary projects.
• Ensure compliance with food safety and hygiene standards.

What You Will Bring

We're looking for someone who combines strong culinary expertise with natural leadership.

We´d Love To Meet Someone Who

• Strong experience in multi-site kitchen operations.
• Previous experience as Executive Chef, Head Chef, Kitchen Operations Manager, or similar.
• Excellent leadership and coaching skills.
• Strong understanding of food cost management and kitchen profitability.
• Passion for developing people and building high-performing teams.
• Flexibility to travel regularly across restaurant locations.

Why you will love it here

We're growing fast, and with growth comes opportunity.

What we offer

• Opportunity to work with a dynamic and growing hospitality group.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Career growth within an international organization.
• Referral Scheme
• Shared accommodation (T&C applied)

Ready to Join Us

If you're passionate about food, leadership, and helping teams perform at their best, we'd love to hear from you.

Come grow with Urban Italian Group.