Executive Chef Wanted for Alpine Restaurant
Would you like to lead a professional kitchen in one of Switzerland's most attractive alpine regions?
WILDCARD UNTAP is recruiting on behalf of a restaurant in the canton of Valais an experienced and dedicated executive chef. The operation offers a modern dining experience with a warm atmosphere, seasonal ingredients, and high standards for quality and service.
Work Location: Canton Valais, Switzerland
Scope: Full-time, 100 percent
Employment Type: Seasonal
Desired Start: October 1, 2026
Latest Possible Start: December 1, 2026
About the Position
As executive chef, you are responsible for the restaurant's culinary quality, the daily organization of the kitchen, and the leadership of the kitchen team. You work closely with the restaurant's management and play a central role in ensuring high quality, good profitability, and a positive experience for guests.
Responsibilities
responsible for preparations and execution of lunch and dinner service
ensure consistent quality and professional presentation of all dishes
develop seasonal menus in collaboration with management
follow recipes, technical specifications, and the restaurant's quality standards
lead, train, and motivate the kitchen team
plan work, assign tasks, and create staff schedules
manage orders, inventory, and stock control
control food costs, waste, margins, and budget
ensure proper product rotation and shelf-life checks
maintain high standards of cleanliness, hygiene, and safety in the kitchen
apply and ensure HACCP procedures are followed
create a respectful, constructive, and efficient work environment
contribute ideas that improve the restaurant's quality and profitability
You Are
someone with documented experience as an executive chef, sous chef, or in a similar leadership kitchen role
experienced in leading and organizing a kitchen team
confident in both operational kitchen work and administrative planning
experienced in menu planning, purchasing, inventory, and cost control
knowledgeable about food hygiene and HACCP
structured in your work and able to stay calm under high pressure
quality-conscious, solution-oriented, and detail-oriented
a clear leader with strong collaboration skills
passionate about food, service, and gastronomy
able to communicate well in English; knowledge of French is an asset
We Offer
a leadership role at an attractive restaurant in the Swiss Alps
a professional and international work environment
significant responsibility for the kitchen's daily operations and ongoing development
opportunity to influence menus, work methods, and guest experience
salary and other employment terms by agreement with the employer
Application
Send your CV together with a brief presentation of your experience, your leadership style, and your earliest available start date to:
[email protected]
Mark your application: "Executive Chef – Switzerland"
Selection and interviews are conducted on an ongoing basis. More information about the employer, the exact work location, and employment terms will be provided to qualified candidates during the recruitment process.
Contact Person:
André Elfving
WILDCARD UNTAP