Restaurant Chef

Executive Chef / Head Chef (m/f/d)

New Hospitality & Lifestyle Destination | Bern Region

Unique opportunity to create and lead the culinary concept of a major new leisure and hospitality destination in Switzerland.

For a newly developed, high-profile food, beverage, sports, and entertainment venue in the Bern region, we are seeking an experienced and entrepreneurial Executive Chef / Head Chef to lead the culinary operation from pre-opening through launch and future growth.

This is a rare opportunity to shape a destination concept from the ground up, combining restaurant operations, events, family experiences, and seasonal programming within a dynamic and innovative environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement the overall culinary vision and menu strategy.
• Build and lead a high-performing kitchen team.
• Create seasonal and scalable food concepts for restaurant, terrace, events, and take-away operations.
• Ensure excellent food quality, consistency, hygiene, and guest satisfaction.
• Manage food cost, purchasing, inventory, and supplier relationships.
• Support the development of private events, corporate functions, and community activities.
• Drive operational excellence and profitability.

Candidate Profile

• Proven experience as Executive Chef, Head Chef, Sous Chef, or Culinary Director.
• Strong background in high-volume hospitality environments.
• Experience with Mediterranean, international, modern casual dining, or lifestyle concepts.
• Excellent leadership and team-building skills.
• Strong business and cost-management mindset.
• Passion for innovation, hospitality, and guest experience.
• German and/or English required.

What We Offer

• Leadership role in a landmark hospitality project.
• Significant creative freedom and influence over the food concept.
• Modern facilities and equipment.
• Competitive compensation package with performance incentives.
• Long-term growth and development opportunities.
• Possibility to participate in future expansion initiatives.

Location

Bern Region, Switzerland

Start Date

By mutual agreement.

Application

Interested candidates are invited to submit their CV together with a brief description of their culinary philosophy and relevant achievements.

All applications will be treated with strict confidentiality.

• Age 35–50
• Proven opening experience
• Event catering background
• Experience managing CHF 2–5 million F&B revenue