Kitchen Chef
About the job
About us
We are a dynamic kitchen at Vinterhagen restaurant, the greenest place on Svalbard, located within Mary Ann's Hotel.
We specialize in Arctic cuisine with a focus on unique ingredients like seal, reindeer, and whale. If you are ready to embrace a challenging, fast-paced environment, we want you on our team.
The Role
We are looking for a Chef to support our kitchen team, focusing on dinner service, with flexibility to help with lunch and breakfast when needed. This role is ideal for someone who thrives under pressure, is comfortable working with limited resources, and is passionate about working with Arctic ingredients.
Responsibilities
- Prepare and cook high-quality meals, focusing on dinner service.
- Support the kitchen team during busy service periods.
- Assist with menu preparation and develop dishes featuring Arctic ingredients like seal, reindeer, and whale.
- Ensure food safety and cleanliness standards are met at all times.
What We Offer
- Competitive salary
- 80% contract, with possibility of more hours during high season
- Accommodation provided
- Opportunity to work in a unique, remote location
- A challenging, fast-paced kitchen environment with plenty of room for growth
- Cabin and snowmobiles to explore the island
Start date: Mid October.
- Department: F&B kitchen
About you
Requirements
- Proven experience as a chef (previous experience with Arctic or Scandinavian cuisine is a plus).
- Ability to work efficiently in a hectic, high-pressure kitchen
- Adaptable and comfortable working with limited resources
- Strong focus on food safety and cleanliness
- Fluent English + Scandinavian language is a plus
- Language required: English. Bokmål, Norwegian is a plus
The company
Located in the unique and breathtaking surroundings of Svalbard, Mary-Ann’s Polarrigg is a cosy and inviting hotel with authentic Arctic charm. We offer a one-of-a-kind experience that combines welcoming accommodations with vibrant food and beverage services at our on-site restaurant, where guests enjoy locally inspired dishes and warm hospitality. We are seeking dedicated and adventurous individuals to join our team in various hotel and food & beverage roles. If you have a passion for hospitality and are ready for an extraordinary work experience in the high Arctic, Mary-Ann's Polarrigg could be the perfect fit for you!
