Kitchen Worker

ASPA SERVICES IS NOW TAVANA. Would you like to be part of creating a good and tasty everyday life for seniors? As our operations grow, we are now looking for a KITCHEN WORKER for a permanent employment contract in our new unit in Lahti. The work is full-time and is mainly in the day shift. We hope that you could start in the position during September-October. Tavana's first community housing unit for seniors is being built in the Hennala area of Lahti and is scheduled to open in autumn 2026. Your duties include, among other things, preparing meals, taking care of the hygiene of the large-scale kitchen, making food supply orders and supporting the nutrition of residents taking into account their individual needs, e.g. special diets. We are looking for a competent kitchen professional with experience working in a large-scale kitchen. In addition to good employment benefits, we offer you the opportunity to be involved in building the operations of a new unit in wonderful new premises. WITH US YOU GET - a job in a domestic, social company where big things are done humanely and sustainably - a professional and inspiring work community where you can develop your own skills - the support of a close supervisor in your work - sports and culture benefits to support your well-being - occupational health care broader than the statutory - nice colleagues Our remuneration is based on the collective agreement of the private social services sector. The salary class in the position is G18B, based on your years of experience, the basic salary is: 2278.80-2510.83 €/month. WE EXPECT FROM YOU - education in the food service sector - experience/expertise in the nutrition of seniors - hygiene passport - good Finnish language skills - knowledge of self-monitoring Work experience in community housing is considered an advantage. Interested? We look forward to your application. The application period ends August 10, 2026. Apply soon! Any questions? Service Manager Marita Siipola will be happy to tell you more about the position. You can reach Marita best on July 30th from 2 PM to 3 PM at 044 902 3168. Tavana produces individual housing services for mental health and substance abuse rehabilitation patients and people with various disabilities across Finland. Since 2006, we have enabled an ordinary everyday life for people in need of support. Until 2025, we were known as Aspa Palvelut. Tavana is a domestic, social company owned by the Aspa Foundation.