Kitchen Manager - Comfort Hotel Porsgrunn

Are you the leadership star we´ve been waiting for?

At Comfort Hotel we keep things real, urban, and uncomplicated. We give our guests what they need and skip the fluff, creating a space where locals, travelers, startups, and globetrotters all feel at home. We´re looking for someone to lead our kitchen- and restaurant team who gets our vibe - someone who knows how to make guests feel welcomed, energized, and inspired all day. Someone who knows how to fuel potential. Comfort Hotel  has taken the undisputed position as the Nordic region's leading budget hotel chain.

Comfort Hotel Porsgrunn has 134 hotelrooms, and 7 conference rooms. You and your team are the first people our guests meet in the morning, and we all know a good day starts with a good breakfast. With great power comes great responsibility. The team will also be responsible for Comfort Deli, Conference lunches and dinners on requests at the hotel.

You thrive when your team thrives. Diversity excites you, and you understand the value what different experiences, backgrounds, and perspectives bring. You love Porsgrunn and you enjoy talking to people about your local favourites. Wherever you go, you spread joy and warmth - your energy and laughter are infectious.

As the Kitchen Manager of Comfort Hotel Porsgrunn, you're managing a team of 5-6 people. The working hours are mostly daytime, but some afternoons, evenings and weekends you have to be prepared for. From a really early bird to prepare breakfast to late evenings. Flexibility is a key word.

Your to-do-list as a Comfort Kitchen Manager:

• Welcome guests with a friendly, no-nonsense approach, setting the tone for a great day
• Prepare and cook breakfast according to the Comfort Breakfast Manual
• Prepare and cook lunches and dinners for conference guests
• Keep the restaurant clean and tidy, buzzing with energy and positivity, working closely with colleagues to maintain Comfort´s effortless, urban vibe
• Support your team with everything they need to do all of the above - always following the Comfort rules and keeping our guest promise
• Food safety, inventory management, purchase and supplier loyalty, food waste management, budget control and keeping a balanced scoreboard to make sure the department runs profitably and sustainable
• Bring sustainability into everything we do, helping us be a responsible player
• To be a part of the hotels strategic management team and contribute to reach our common goals

As a Manager at Comfort Hotel, you need to be proficient in both English and Norwegian.

That little extra we offer our managers at Strawberry:

• A fast-paced, energetic work environment that values your individuality
• Opportunities to grow and make your mark within the Strawberry group
• Staff discounts and friends & family rates at our 200+ hotels
• Four free hotel nights each year 
• 25% discount on food & beverages at all our restaurants & bars
• Sweet deals on experiences, travels, retail and more
• Leadership tool box
• Leadership development programs 

About Strawberry

Strawberry is not your typical hotel company. With over 240 hotels, 120 restaurants, and 20 spas, we create thousands of experiences every day. Built on our core values - energy, courage, and enthusiasm - our team of 20,000 employees from 166 countries keeps us moving forward.

Perfect match much?

Apply now and become a key part of our journey. We review applications on a rolling basis, so don´t wait - positions may be filled before the deadline. This is a permanent  position for 100% employment with a start date to be agreed upon. 

 

Any questions? Send an e-mail to: Kristine.palmgren@strawberry.no