Are you passionate about Italian cuisine? We're on the lookout for an experienced Restaurant Chef to join our team at Øya Spiseri in Porsgrunn. If you hold a chef certificate and have a strong service-oriented attitude, you might be the perfect fit for this 80% permanent position.

 

About Us:

Øya Spiseri is a haven for Italian food enthusiasts, boasting an Italian-inspired eatery complete with an open kitchen with a wood-fired pizza oven and a Josper charcoal grill. Our menu is a celebration of honest Italian cuisine, featuring delectable pastas, wood-fired pizzas, fresh salads, paninis, and a variety of hot meals. We are proud to be a part of the Becks group, which collectively generates an annual turnover of 60 million through its restaurants in Skien, Porsgrunn, and Drammen. During the summer season, our restaurant serves between 150-250 diners each night, creating a bustling and vibrant atmosphere.

Your Role:

As a Chef at Øya Spiseri, you will become an integral part of our kitchen team, where we prioritize delivering exceptional food and memorable dining experiences. Your responsibilities will include:

• Participating in all aspects of food production, preparation, portioning, and serving, with a focus on Italian Pizza (Experience in crafting wood-fired oven pizzas is a highly valuable asset.)
• Ensuring that all food served consistently meets our high standards in terms of ingredients, flavor, and presentation.
• Adhering to strict hygiene regulations and internal cleaning procedures.
• Providing excellent customer service.
• Mentoring and guiding apprentices to help them achieve their educational goals.
• Qualifications:
• To thrive in this role, you should possess the following qualifications:
• Certificate as a chef.
• Proficiency in English (or Norwegian).
• Good physical health and fitness.
• At least 1 year of relevant work experience.

Personal Characteristics:

• We value individuals who bring the following personal attributes to our team:
• Strong teamwork and collaboration skills, coupled with flexibility and a customer-centric approach.
• The ability to provide and receive constructive feedback.
• Strong organizational skills, with the capacity to work independently and methodically.

What We Offer:

In return, we offer:

• A well-established and compelling concept.
• An engaging and stimulating work environment.
• Excellent working conditions.
• Abundant opportunities for personal and professional growth, with a diverse range of exciting tasks and challenges.
• Access to our own occupational health service.

If you're passionate about Italian cuisine, have the required qualifications, and are excited about joining a dynamic team dedicated to delivering outstanding culinary experiences, we encourage you to apply today. Join us at Øya Spiseri and be part of something extraordinary!