Cook
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Salary analysis
Compared with the selected benchmark ("All roles in Kuusamo, Finland"), this listing's salary midpoint is about 5% higher. The offer still falls within the benchmark range (€1,992–€2,863). The listed pay band (€2,400–€2,720) is tighter than the benchmark, which suggests lower salary variability. This benchmark is based on 19 comparable listings.
| Market | Lower bound (25th percentile) | Median | Upper bound (75th percentile) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Market Average: Cook | €1,957/per month | €2,275/per month | €2,600/per month |
| All roles in Kuusamo, Finland | €1,992/per month | €2,466/per month | €2,863/per month |
| From job ad (Mid-Level) | €2,400/per month | €2,560/per month | €2,720/per month |
Are you interested in working at a fantastic wild food restaurant in Ruka? Keep reading to find out more! Restaurant Kultala The pure forests of the North are perhaps home to the world's most delicious natural ingredients. Specializing in wild food and locality, Kultala serves guests with breakfast, buffet dinners, and operates as a trail cafe in the spring. We are now looking for a cook for the upcoming winter season 2026-2027 in Ruka! Restaurant Kultala is a contract restaurant, so the duties include preparing high-quality buffet and plated meals. We require professional training in the field and a few years of kitchen experience. Proficiency in Finnish is essential, and English language skills should also be present as the clientele is international during the winter. However, a natural desire to produce high-quality food and provide good customer service is key. You will succeed in this role if you are efficient, proactive, and comfortable interacting with customers. We offer you the opportunity to work in stunning fell landscapes. A wide range of hobby opportunities open up around you, and you will be part of a skilled, top-tier team. It is a warm and genuinely caring family-owned company that is a pleasant place to work. The work starts in early December and lasts until the end of March 2027. Pay is competitive based on your skills and experience, approximately 15-17€/h, and if needed, affordable on-site accommodation can be arranged! You will have the support and security of Lisäpalvelu throughout your journey. We ensure that everything goes as agreed and that you enjoy your time at the destination. We will visit you occasionally on-site. This allows you to focus on your work and enjoying the fells. What do we expect from you? * A positive attitude in customer service situations and being a great team player. * A good work ethic. * Experience in the restaurant industry and/or professional training. * Hygiene passport. * Proficiency in Finnish is essential. * Category B driver's license + car. What do we offer you? * Pay according to your skills, which is always at least in accordance with the industry's collective agreement. * Help and support in obtaining the cards and training required for the job. * A reliable workplace where all employment-related matters are handled. * Occupational health services. * A Ruka staff card providing discounts on local services. * We can rent a car if necessary. Here are a few more reasons why you should choose Lisäpalvelu: 1. As a job seeker and employee, you receive genuinely personal service. When you are employed through us, you get a contact person to help you with all employment-related matters. 2. Our restaurant industry clientele is diverse. Therefore, we can offer a wide range of different roles with something for everyone. 3. We stick to agreed terms and do what we promise. You can focus on your work because we handle the extra bureaucracy for you. Does this sound good? Great, we want to hear from you soon! If you are interested and would like to join the Lisäpalvelu team, please send us your application! Please apply only through the job advertisement and attach your CV to the application. Do you have any questions? For more information: ilari.kesti@lisapalvelu.net or 0401966174 Lisäpalvelu is a Finnish company founded in 2002 that operates nationwide providing flexible staffing solutions. The Lisäpalvelu group is known for its reliability and long-term customer relationships among both employers and employees. We employ over 3,000 people annually and are a strong operator in many fields: we provide work in the restaurant, construction, industrial, maintenance, logistics, office, cleaning, and retail sectors. We are among the ten largest staffing agencies in Finland and are members of the Federation of Personnel Service Agencies (HPL).
Job Details
Responsibilities
- Preparing high-quality buffet meals
- Preparing plated meals
- Serving breakfast and buffet dinners
Requirements
- Professional training in the restaurant field
- A few years of kitchen experience
- Proficiency in Finnish (essential)
- English language skills
- Hygiene passport
- Category B driver's license and own car
- Positive attitude and team player skills
Skills & Technologies
Benefits & Perks
Recruitment Process
- 1Apply via advertisement
- 2Attach CV

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