We are seeking a Head Chef for the Student Union House!

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Kårservice is looking for a head chef for one of our student union houses in Norrköping. Kårservice operates restaurants, pubs, nightclubs, conference facilities, formal dinners, and catering services, primarily serving students at Linköping University (LiU). We also welcome the general public, companies, and other guests to our venues. We are now seeking an engaged and driven head chef who wants to lead and develop the kitchen at one of our student union houses in Norrköping. With us, you will have a varied and creative role where you combine hands-on kitchen work with planning, leadership, and development in a unique student environment. About Kårservice Kårservice's mission is to enable a richer student life. We create meeting places for world-class student life at Linköping University and operate several student union houses with unique characteristics. Through collaboration with students, associations, and partners, we develop our operations and create more opportunities for community, culture, and experiences. About the Position As head chef, you have overall responsibility for the kitchen's daily operations, quality, and development. You lead and plan the work in the kitchen, ensure efficient operations, and actively work to create an inspiring work environment for both employees and volunteer student workers. You work both operationally in the kitchen and strategically with planning, menu development, and operational development. The role involves close collaboration with the restaurant manager and other parts of the operation to create high quality and excellent guest experiences, whether it's lunch service, pub evenings, conferences, formal dinners, or catering. The position includes: Leading and delegating work in the kitchen. Responsibility for menu planning and development of our food concept. Ensuring high quality, good food hygiene, and compliance with HACCP. Planning purchases, inventory management, and cost control. Training, mentoring, and developing kitchen staff and hourly workers. Contributing to sustainable operations through smart ingredient choices and reduced food waste. Collaborating with students, associations, and other parts of the operation for larger events. Working hours vary and include daytime, evenings, and weekends based on operational needs. We are Looking for Someone Who: Has experience working as a head chef, sous chef, or other leadership role in a restaurant kitchen. Has strong experience leading and motivating staff. Has experience with menu planning, purchasing, and cost control. Has good knowledge of food hygiene and HACCP. Is organized and accustomed to working with quality and planning. Communicates fluently in Swedish and can make yourself understood in English, as we have many international students in our operations. Personal Qualities We believe you will thrive with us if you are: Leadership-oriented – you inspire, support, and develop your team. Organized – you plan operations efficiently and think ahead. Proactive – you drive development and see opportunities for improvement. Service-focused – you prioritize the guest experience and value high quality. Flexible – you enjoy working in a varied operation where the pace shifts between different types of events. Collaboration-focused – you build good relationships with colleagues, students, and partners. Terms Employment type: Permanent position with an introductory probation period (or by agreement) Work location: Student union house in Norrköping Salary: According to agreement Start date: According to agreement Application Send your CV and cover letter to [email protected] and mark the email with "Application – Head Chef". Selection and interviews are conducted on a rolling basis, so please submit your application as soon as possible.Kårservice is looking for a head chef for one of our student union houses in Norrköping. Kårservice operates restaurants, pubs, nightclubs, conference facilities, formal dinners, and catering services, primarily serving students at Linköping University (LiU). We also welcome the general public, companies, and other guests to our venues. We are now seeking an engaged and driven head chef who wants to lead and develop the kitchen at one of our student union houses in Norrköping. With us, you will have a varied and creative role where you combine hands-on kitchen work with planning,…

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job

Status

active

Visibility

public

City

NORRKÖPING

Address

Kungsgatan 40

GPS

58.590162958421, 16.178210820278copyopen in

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Published

3. 8. 2026

Edited

5. 8. 2026

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