Head Chef for Two Restaurants – Barleys
Employer
Barleys Kville & Barleys Skanstorget
About the Position
We are seeking an engaged and driven head chef who wants to take full responsibility for kitchen operations at our two restaurants, Barleys Kville and Barleys Skanstorget, and contribute to the development of our upcoming restaurant concept.
The role involves responsibility for quality, finances, staff, and development, with a focus on long-term leadership and stable operations. Our concepts include breakfast service (Breakfast Society), lunch, and a modern gastropub concept with the ambition to serve Sweden's best burgers.
Responsibilities
As head chef, you are responsible for:
Leading, motivating, and developing kitchen teams at both restaurants
Training and coaching staff toward future leadership roles
Managing daily operations, quality, hygiene, and food safety
Ensuring that routines, cleaning, and self-inspection programs are followed
Creating seasonal menus and ensuring proper recipe documentation
Managing inventory, purchasing, and supplier relationships
Actively working with cost control and profitability
Financial Targets:
Food cost: 30% (28 + 2)
Kitchen labor: 25%
Service cost: 7%
Quality & Development
Ensuring consistent quality in taste, presentation, and portions
Working closely with management on developing new menus and future restaurant concepts
Qualifications
We are looking for someone who:
Has documented experience as a head chef or in a leading kitchen role
Is a confident leader with strong ability to develop people
Has good financial understanding and experience with cost management
Works in a structured and solution-oriented manner
Has a strong interest in quality, ingredients, and gastronomy
What We Offer
A key role in a growing restaurant company
Opportunity to influence menus, working methods, and future concepts
Clear goals, structures, and decision-making processes
A professional and long-term work environment
Recruitment Process
Interview → Sample Menu → Trial Menu → Trial Work Day → Employment