Chef / Kokk

We are looking for someone dynamic, warm, and professional, who will play a crucial role in creating the Sommerro experience, which is defined by community, authenticity and our shared conscious attitude towards sustainability. The successful candidate will work efficiently alongside the management team as part of a  strong and effective department that will oversee the running of our food and beverage offerings including our events catering, breakfast, room service and  three  of our in house restaurants:  Ekspedisjonshallen, an all-day dining outlet with a menu of classic brasserie favourites, Tak & Izakaya our Japanese Nordic concept by Frida Ronge from Tak Stockholm and To Søstre, an elegant venue that serves afternoon tea by day and champagne and oysters at night.

What you’ll do

• Maintaining the integrity of our brand’s standards in line with the Head Chef and sous chef in your department
• Support the Head Chef/ Sous chef with ideas and techniques while striving to innovate and evolve the menu development
• Have a firm grip on maintaining Sommerro’s food quality and food waste standards
• Make sure that the guest experience is at the heart of what you do

The qualifications we’re looking for

• Experience in a similar role, as part of a fast-moving culinary team in a busy and dynamic environment
• Have a good understanding of the business with a proven track record of working in large teams across multiple outlets 
• Fluency in English or a Scandinavian language
• Relevant qualifications
• You must have a relevant passport or visa to work in Norway

The personal attributes we’re looking for

• A passion for hospitality, food and trends
• You’re up for working as part of a dynamic team
• Excellent communication skills and an eye for detail
• Warm, professional, and approachable towards guests, helping to make their experience as memorable as possible
• Strong organisational skills and a structured, precise and reliable approach
• The ability to take on a large work capacity and multi-task under pressure
• A true passion for creativity and a desire to adapt, learn and try things differently

What you’ll get out of it

• A competitive package with plenty of opportunity for professional and personal development
• Flexible working hours and varied work days with the possibility of full time or part time work
• The chance to work in a creative, highly professional and rewarding environment
• Great staff  benefits across the Strawbery family

Please mark your application with the department of interest;

• Ekspedisjonshallen
• TAK / Izakaya
• Private dining/ Conference
• Breakfast
• Canteen/prep
• Pastry
• Villa Inkognito
• Extra help

Sommerro, situated in the former headquarters of Oslo Lysverker, marks the revival of a 1930s landmark in one of Oslo's finest neighborhoods. Sommerro is the latest venture from Nordic Hotels & Resorts and Strawberry (formerly Nordic Choice Hotels) in Oslo.

Oslo's first neighborhood hotel is a game-changer, redefining the hospitality industry with a strong focus on culture-hungry locals. Sommerro stands as a community in its own right, featuring 231 rooms and suites, meeting and event spaces, a neighborhood hub of restaurants and bars, a library, a private cinema, a subterranean wellness area, and the city's first rooftop pool, sauna, and terrace – a year-round destination with sweeping views over Frogner and the Norwegian capital.

Our guest promise and vision are: "We give ENERGY to the city."

Our values are: LIGHT (guidance, training, and knowledge) - POWER (support, collaboration, and leadership) - WARMTH (welcoming from your heart).

For more information, please contact:

Jonathan Howell

Director of Food & Beverage
jonathan.howell@sommerrohouse.com
+47 483 55 184

Application date:  30,04,24
Employer: Sommerro
Location:Oslo
Type of employer: Hotel, restaurant
Start date: Ongoing