Head Chef

Radisson Hotel Group is one of the world's largest hotel groups with ten distinctive hotel brands, and more than 1,160 hotels in operation and under development in 95+ countries. The Group’s overarching brand promise is Every Moment Matters with a signature Yes I Can! service ethos. 

People are at the core of our business success and future. Our people are true Moment Makers and together we bring the culture, spirit, environment and opportunities that empower you to be your best, every day, everywhere, every time. Together, we make Every Moment Matter. 

We are now looking for a Head Chef to join our dynamic team here at Radisson Blu Park Hotel, Oslo! 

The Head Chef RoleDo you crave the taste of success? Say Yes I Can! because here at the Radisson Blu Hotel, we’re looking for foodies just like you!

At Radisson Blu Hotel, we are one team and make memorable moments for our guests. You’ll be running the show, developing the flavours to cook up a storm. Can you think outside of the kitchen, having a taste for the business as well as your signature dish?

Key Responsibilities of Head Chef:

• Responsible for the daily operations in the kitchen department
• Culinary Leadership: Provide overall culinary direction and leadership to the kitchen team, ensuring the highest standards of food quality, presentation, and taste are consistently delivered.
• Food Safety and Hygiene: Maintain strict adherence to safety, hygiene, and sanitation practices, ensuring compliance with local regulations and international standards.
• Cost Control and Profitability: Control and analyze operational departmental costs, including food costs, on an ongoing basis. Take necessary actions to control negative deviations and maximize profitability.
• Team Management and Development: Utilize strong leadership skills to motivate and inspire the kitchen team, maximizing their productivity and job satisfaction. Provide guidance and training to foster the growth and development of team members.
• Quality Assurance: Maintain a relentless focus on delivering the highest food quality consistent with cost control and profitability margins, ensuring guest satisfaction and positive food profitability.
• Creativity and Innovation: Bring a clear-thinking and creative approach to menu development, constantly seeking opportunities to exceed service standards and delight guests with unique culinary experiences.

Requirements of Head Chef:

• Proven Track Record: Demonstrate a successful track record in a similar role within a quality environment, showcasing excellent standards in culinary expertise and team member management.
• Commercial Awareness: Possess a strong understanding of the business aspects of food and beverage operations, including cost control, budgeting, and revenue generation.
• Leadership skills: Strong leadership skills with focus on training, development, and motivation of the staff.
• Ambition and Drive: Be driven and ambitious, inspiring the kitchen team to consistently deliver and exceed service standards while maintaining profitability.
• Clear Thinker and Communicator: Possess strong analytical and communication abilities, allowing for clear and effective decision-making and collaboration with other departments.
• Creativity and Innovation: Demonstrate a passion for culinary creativity and innovation, continuously seeking new trends, techniques, and ingredients to enhance the dining experience.
• Willingness to work weekdays, evenings and weekends.

What We Offer:

We aim to be as good a place to work as we are to stay. That is why we offer a competitive compensation and benefits package, which includes: 

• Becoming a part of the #3 Best Employer in the Travel & Leisure industry globally, ranked by Forbes in 2023
• Special rates for team members, their friends, and family at our hotels. 
• Tailored development opportunities for everyone at all levels and all roles
• A meaningful employment contributing to shared value, a better future, and a sustainable planet.
• A workplace covered by collective agreement
• Special prices for employees at our own restaurants
• An international workplace with colleagues and guests from all over the world

If you are engaging with your ingredients and ravenous about creating the Wow Factor, you could be the measure we are looking for! 

Come join us and Make Every Moment Matter!