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Title
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Description
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We are looking for an experienced and passionate Head Chef for Catering to lead our culinary team and ensure the highest quality in our food experiences. As the Head Chef, you will have overall responsibility for planning, preparation, and presentation of food at various events, including weddings, corporate parties, and private gatherings. You will work closely with both kitchen staff and event coordinators to create menus that are both creative and tailored to the client's needs.
Your main duties include developing seasonal menus, managing ingredient procurement, overseeing cooking, and ensuring all hygiene and safety regulations are followed. You will also be responsible for training and mentoring kitchen staff and maintaining an efficient working environment in the kitchen.
We are looking for someone with a solid background in professional cooking, preferably with experience in catering or large-scale kitchens. You should be creative, organized, and have a strong attention to detail. The ability to work under pressure and manage multiple tasks simultaneously is crucial in this role.
As the Head Chef for Catering, you are a key figure in our operation and play a vital role in delivering outstanding food experiences to our clients. If you are passionate about cooking and want to be part of a dynamic team, we look forward to your application.
Responsibilities
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- Lead and mentor kitchen staff
- Ensure food quality and taste standards
- Manage procurement and inventory of ingredients
- Follow hygiene and safety regulations
- Coordinate with event planners and clients
- Oversee cooking and food presentation
- Train new staff in kitchen procedures
- Optimize kitchen workflows
- Adapt menus to client preferences and allergies
Requirements
Text copied to clipboard!- At least 5 years of experience as a chef, preferably in catering
- Education in gastronomy or equivalent
- Strong leadership and communication skills
- Ability to work under pressure and multitask
- Creativity and attention to taste and presentation
- Good knowledge of food hygiene and safety
- Experience in menu planning and cost calculation
- Flexibility to work evenings and weekends
- Driver’s license is a plus
- Fluent in Swedish, both spoken and written
Potential interview questions
Text copied to clipboard!- How many years of professional cooking experience do you have?
- Have you previously worked in catering?
- How do you handle stressful situations in the kitchen?
- Can you provide an example of a menu you’ve created?
- How do you ensure food quality?
- What hygiene routines do you follow in the kitchen?
- Do you have experience leading a team?
- How do you adapt menus to client needs?
- Are you available to work evenings and weekends?
- Do you have a driver’s license?
