Klaus K Hotel is located in the heart and center of Helsinki. We are the first Preferred Hotels & Resorts property in Finland. Inspired by the national epic Kalevala we provide you modern, indigenous, memorable and uncomplicated experience. Our Italian restaurant [Toscanini] (https://www.toscanini.fi/en) will make sure to keep you satisfied.

Head Chef – Meeting & Events, Klaus K Hotel

Klaus K Hotel, a relaxed city center hotel on Bulevardi, has been welcoming guests since 2005. The hotel features the Italian restaurant Toscanini, the seasonal Sky Terrace rooftop bar, and Restaurant Monsieur K, which offers a unique culinary experience for our guests. Additionally, the hotel boasts seven meeting rooms, ranging from intimate spaces for 5 people to the impressive Rake Hall, accommodating up to 120 guests.
We are now looking for a full-time Head Chef (112.5 h/month) to join our international top team. In this role, you will ensure exceptional quality in our Meetings & Events customer experience while delivering high-level service and excellent food.

Who We Are Looking For

You are a positive, bold, and creative team player who thrives on delivering first-class experiences to our customers. In addition, you are outgoing, flexible, and bring proven experience in a supervisory role. You are innovative, passionate about following industry trends, and eager to bring new ideas to the table.

Your Responsibilities

As the Head Chef, you will oversee the planning, preparation, and execution of culinary services for our Meetings & Events operations. Your role will focus on delivering high-quality dining experiences while ensuring the efficient management of kitchen activities.
Key Responsibilities:

• Designing and executing menus tailored to client needs.
• Leading, motivating, and scheduling the kitchen team.
• Managing inventory and ordering ingredients.
• Ensuring compliance with hygiene and quality standards.
• Maintaining budget and cost-efficiency in kitchen operations.

What We Expect From You

• Proven leadership experience in a professional kitchen environment.
• Creativity and a strong understanding of food trends and customer expectations.
• A positive and solution-oriented mindset with excellent teamwork skills.
• A valid hygiene passport.
• Fluent in Finnish or in English.

What We Offer

At Klaus K Hotel, you’ll become part of an international and dynamic team. We offer competitive benefits through the Strawberry Hotels staff program, enabling you to enjoy a wide range of perks.
Our core values – humanity, open-mindedness, and courage – guide everything we do. We are committed to creating a fair and inclusive environment where diversity is celebrated. We welcome applications from individuals of all ages, genders, languages, and cultural backgrounds, including minority groups. In line with our equality and diversity plan, we may implement positive measures to promote a diverse team structure.

Interested?

Submit your application no later than December 31, 2024, via the designated application link (applications submitted through other channels will not be considered).
For more information, please contact our Executive Chef, Toni Leskinen:
toni.leskinen@klauskhotel.com
+358 400 114 88
The position will start in January 2025 or will be filled as soon as the right candidate is found.