Head Chef

Join the team at Holtsmark Restaurant & Mathus

Holtsmark Restaurant & Mathus is recruiting for several positions regarding the opening of our new 450 square meter restaurant, located in the historic barn at Øvre Sem Gård in mid March 2026

The new restaurant will be a vibrant and versatile food and beverage destination and will include:

• A full-service restaurant

• Beer and cocktail bar

• Bodega and wine cellar

• Outdoor seating in our own garden

• Café and general store (landhandleri)

• Event and banquet facilities on the 2nd floor with capacity for up to 600 guests, including a dedicated kitchen and bar

Øvre Sem Gård is more than just a hotel where we provide all food & beverage services. We operate our own pastry, production kitchen and catering services, and host a wide range of events throughout the year. Øvre Sem Gård also includes several historic dining and event venues used for weddings, private celebrations, corporate events, cultural gatherings and has separate conference departments.

At Holtsmark Restaurant & Mathus, we are committed to developing and elevating our concept around sustainability in food and beverage. We focus on responsible sourcing, seasonal ingredients, craftsmanship and high-quality products -- always with respect for people, nature and culinary traditions.

We offer a professional and inspiring work environment where teamwork, pride in craftsmanship and personal development are highly valued. Whether you work in the kitchen, service, bar, café, conference or operations, you play an essential role in delivering memorable guest experiences.

Holtsmark Drift AS is the operating company behind the food, beverage and hospitality concepts at Øvre Sem Gård. We manage restaurant operations, catering, events and large-scale functions. With the opening of Holtsmark Restaurant & Mathus, we are entering an exciting new phase of growth and development, creating long-term opportunities for our employees.

• The opportunity to be part of an ambitious restaurant opening from the start

• A dynamic, inclusive and professional work environment

• Varied workdays in unique historic surroundings

• Strong focus on quality, sustainability and guest experience

• Opportunities for personal and professional growth

We are recruiting for full-time, part-time and seasonal positions across kitchen, service, bar, café, conference and operations.

Interested in being part of our journey? We look forward to hearing from you.

Head Chef:

Number of positions 1

Requirements:

• Certificate as a chef or equivalent experience

• Management experience from a professional kitchen

• Good knowledge of IK food, hygiene and HSE

• Ability to budget and control the cost of goods

• Good communication and collaboration skills

• Pace, precision and ability to handle stress

Responsibilities:

• Lead, develop and motivate the kitchen team with personnel responsibility

• Plan menus and ensure high quality of dishes

• Order goods and keep control of inventory and costs

• Ensure efficient operations and good workflow

• Follow up on cleaning, routines and food safety

• Training of employees and quality assurance of routines