Head Chef Olivia Vågen (Sandnes)

Do you want to lead a high-volume kitchen with strong routines, great raw materials, and a team you can develop?

Olivia Vågen in Sandnes is looking for an experienced Head Chef who wants full responsibility for the kitchen operations, people, and quality in a well-established and growing restaurant concept.

This role is for you who already work in a professional kitchen today and are ready for more responsibility.

About the role

As Head Chef at Olivia Vågen, you will have full operational responsibility for the kitchen and the pizza kitchen, and you will actively participate in daily service.

Your responsibilities include:

• Overall responsibility for kitchen operations and daily service

• Ensuring food quality according to Olivia’s standards (taste, presentation, temperature and portion size)

• Responsibility for IK-mat / food safety routines

• Leading, training and developing the kitchen team

• Recruitment, onboarding and follow-up of kitchen staff

• Budget follow-up, food cost control and routines

• Close cooperation with the Operations Manager

This is a hands-on leadership role, not an office position.

Who are we looking for?

We believe this role suits someone who:

• Has experience from a high-paced, professional kitchen

• Is currently a Head Chef or Sous Chef

• Enjoys leading people and building strong kitchen teams

• Is structured, reliable and calm under pressure

• Takes pride in quality, routines and good cooperation

Formal education is less important than experience, attitude and leadership in service.

What we offer

• A strong and well-known restaurant concept

• Clear structures, systems, and support

• High focus on quality ingredients and consistent standards

• Opportunities for further development within Olivia

• A workplace with strong team culture and pride in the craft

• Competitive compensation and benefits package

Interested?

Apply via FINN by clicking “Søk her”.
If you have questions, feel free to reach out for an informal conversation.