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Salary analysis
Compared with the selected benchmark ("All roles in Kotka, Finland"), this listing's salary midpoint is about 94% lower. The offer sits below the benchmark range (€2,068–€4,000). The listed pay band (€183–€209) is tighter than the benchmark, which suggests lower salary variability. This benchmark is based on 77 comparable listings.
| Market | Lower bound (25th percentile) | Median | Upper bound (75th percentile) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Market Average: Cook | €1,920/per month | €2,266/per month | €2,639/per month |
| All roles in Kotka, Finland | €2,068/per month | €2,750/per month | €4,000/per month |
We are seeking a Cook for a garrison canteen in Kotka to support the Utin Jääkär rykmentin food service. The role involves preparing good, healthy meals, following recipes, and cooking for soldiers and staff. You will work flexible morning and evening shifts; shifts run from 5:30 to 21:00, Monday to Sunday. You will also prepare food for special dietary needs and operate in a military environment, including occasional field duties. Fluency in Finnish is required, and a safety clearance is mandatory; the work is performed on a military base. We provide guidance for the clearance process. Apply via the application form with a short introduction about yourself and why you are interested. The application deadline is 1 September 2026. The employer is Leijona Catering Oy, located at Utti, Kotka area.
Job Details
Responsibilities
- Prepare meals for soldiers and staff
- Follow Leijona's recipes and guidelines
- Cook for breakfast and dinner shifts
- Prepare food for special dietary needs
- Work in a military environment including field trainings
Requirements
- Hygieniapassi (hygiene pass)
- Kokin tutkinto / ammattipätevyys
- Kokemusta kokin tehtävistä ja kykyaäe3näe9n
- Hyväa0erityisruokavaliotuntemus
- Suomen kielen taito
Skills & Technologies
Education Level
High school
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| Role type | Active listings |
|---|---|
| Cook | 41 |
| Human Resources Specialist | 12 |
| Customer Service Worker | 10 |
| Restaurant Worker | 6 |
| Food Service Worker | 5 |
| Kitchen Staff | 5 |
| Shift Supervisor | 2 |
| Kitchen Assistant | 2 |
| Kitchen Supervisor | 2 |
| Trainee Leijona | 1 |
| Product Developer | 1 |
| Shift Manager | 1 |
| Cleaning Staff | 1 |
| Restaurant Manager | 1 |
| Healthcare Professional | 1 |
| Trainee | 1 |
| Customer Service Assistant | 1 |
| Cleaning and Food Service Worker | 1 |
| Kitchen Worker | 1 |
| Procurement Specialist | 1 |
| Hospitality Worker | 1 |
| ICT Support Person | 1 |
| Role level | Active listings |
|---|---|
| Mid-Level | 39 |
| Manager | 5 |
| No People Management | 4 |
| Junior | 1 |
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