Sous Chef

Hobo Hotel AB; Stockholms kommun; On-site; SEK 312,480 - 401,760; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Thorough onboarding and continuous development opportunities

Commitment to sustainability and social responsibility

Amazing staff benefits across the Strawberry network

Job summary

Hobo Hotel AB in Stockholms kommun is seeking a dynamic Sous Chef to lead the kitchen. This role demands a self-starter with at least 3 years of experience, ready to deliver exceptional guest experiences while ensuring food operations run smoothly.

The sous chef will manage daily kitchen routines and inspire the team, maintaining high standards of cleanliness and food safety. The position includes excellent growth opportunities within Hobo and the broader Strawberry group.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of professional kitchen experience.
• Legally allowed to work in Sweden.
• Ability to work independently and manage a kitchen team.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day operations of the bar and events kitchen.
• Ensure adherence to the Hobo food concept.
• Inspire and coordinate the kitchen team.
• Maintain cleanliness and food safety standards.

Skills

Professional kitchen experience

Inventory management

Leadership

Food safety standards

Job description

Are you a new culinary leader, who is independent and obsessed with the details that turn great concepts into an unforgettable guest experience?

We’re on the hunt for a passionate, driven, and structured Sous Chef to lead our dynamic, guest-facing kitchen at Hobo Hotel Stockholm.

If you are a self-starter who thrives when working independently, loves keeping a team spirit alive, and knows how to maintain a sharp, profitable food operation, keep reading.

Responsibilities

• Own day‑to‑day operations of the bar and events kitchen, managing the bigger picture while often working independently during service.
• Ensure the Hobo food concept is followed flawlessly, update dishes, and calculate food costs for new items.
• Manage daily kitchen routines from prep to service, delivering highest‑quality guest experiences.
• Handle inventory, track key metrics and make budget‑conscious orders.
• Maintain pristine cleanliness, food safety standards and strict adherence to hygiene and fire safety routines.
• Inspire and coordinate the kitchen team, keeping energy high and ensuring a positive vibe from pass to guests.

Who we’re looking for

• A junior leader or shift‑leader level with at least 3 years of professional kitchen experience.
• Comfortable working alone during busy shifts while collaborating with management.
• Organised and capable of handling inventory, ordering, and event preparation.
• A role model who treats guests and colleagues with respect and kindness.
• Legally allowed to work in Sweden.

What we offer

• Junior leadership role with high autonomy, varied days, and professional growth within Hobo and the broader Strawberry group.
• Thorough onboarding and continuous development opportunities.
• Commitment to sustainability and social responsibility through the WeCare program.
• Amazing staff benefits across the entire Strawberry network.
• The chance to build a proud Hobo where diversity fuels creativity and your leadership shapes the daily guest experience.

We look forward to hearing from organised, energetic professionals ready to bring their experience into a kitchen that values creativity, sustainability, and team spirit.