Chef - Lisäpalvelu Oulu Oy - Kolari, Finland

Located at the foot of Ylläs fell, in the village of Äkäslompolo, the renovated Restaurant Poro welcomes gourmets for a taste journey into the world of authentic Lapland flavors. The kitchen's creations are naturally based on reindeer meat, but the À la Carte menu also features other unique ingredients from the northern natural environment. This is a high-quality restaurant. The pure ingredients from Lapland are highly valued here. Almost everything in the restaurant is prepared from scratch. Service is first-class but relaxed in the Lapland style. We are now looking for a head chef for the upcoming autumn and winter season to join a top team! Your responsibilities include preparing à la carte dishes and various supervisory tasks in the kitchen. The ideal candidate has culinary training and several years of experience in preparing à la carte dishes, as well as at least 2 years of supervisory experience. A genuine desire to create delightful taste experiences for both Finnish and international travelers. But as we know, the right attitude is what matters most. We offer the opportunity to work in a top team where you can craft food with authentic flavors. In a privately owned restaurant where the owners are also part of the excellent team and are professionals in their field. This ensures everyone can learn new things. Work is available from September 2026 to April 2027. Salary is based on your skills, and accommodation with your own room near the workplace can be arranged at an affordable price. The selected person will be employed through Lisäpalvelu Pohjois-Suomi Oy, and we also provide support and security throughout your journey. What do we expect from you? Several years of experience in preparing à la carte dishes. At least 2 years of supervisory experience. Excellent team player. Good attitude towards work and willingness to learn. Ability to adapt to changing situations and consider others. Sense of timing in a seasonal environment. Finnish language skills are mandatory. Hygiene passport. What do we offer you? Competitive salary based on your skills, always at least in accordance with the industry’s collective agreement. Accommodation at an affordable price if needed. Company’s own employee benefits. Support and security from Lisäpalvelu throughout your journey. We ensure everything runs smoothly in the fell area and that you enjoy your stay. We will visit you on-site occasionally, so you can focus on your work and enjoy the natural surroundings of Lapland. Does this sound good? Great, we look forward to hearing from you soon! If you are interested and want to join the Lisäpalvelu team, please send us your application! Apply only through the job posting and include your CV. For more information: ilari.kesti@lisapalvelu.net or by phone at 0401966174