Are you passionate about food, ready to take on more responsibility and looking for an extraordinary adventure in the Lofoten Islands? Join Trevarefabrikken as Executive Chef and work closely with our Head Chef to lead and support the kitchen team, help develop seasonal menus, and ensure smooth kitchen operations while delivering great food throughout the changing seasons of Lofoten.

At Trevarefabrikken, we are a big group of friends and colleagues who enjoy island life together. We work, hike, climb, surf and make the most of our surroundings. It’s a social and creative place where you’ll become part of a team both inside and outside the kitchen.

We’re looking for an experienced and motivated chef who takes pride in their craft, enjoys working with seasonal ingredients and is ready to take an active role in the daily running of the kitchen. You’ll work closely with the Head Chef on kitchen operations, food quality, planning and team coordination, helping maintain high standards while contributing to a positive and collaborative working environment.

The work includes

• Working closely with the Head Chef on daily kitchen operations, planning and organisation.

• Taking responsibility for kitchen service and ensuring consistent food quality and presentation.

• Preparing and managing the breakfast buffet.

• Baking and preparing goods for our café and desserts for dinner service.

• Preparing and serving a seasonal à la carte lunch menu, working with fresh ingredients and making the most of the produce available throughout the season.

• Cooking for private bookings, special events and festivals throughout the season, including Trevarefest, the highlight of our summer.

• Supporting menu development.

• Coordinating and supporting kitchen staff during service, maintaining clear communication and effective teamwork.

• Maintaining kitchen systems, routines, hygiene and food safety standards.
  

You

• Have solid experience working in professional kitchens, ideally with experience taking on leadership or supervisory responsibilities.

• Are passionate about cooking and working with fresh, seasonal ingredients.

• Take initiative, work independently and are comfortable making decisions.

• Can stay organised and calm in a fast-paced environment.

• Have strong communication skills and enjoy supporting and coordinating a team.

• Take responsibility for food quality, kitchen organisation and maintaining high standards.

• Are familiar with kitchen equipment.
  

We offer

• A social and diverse workplace in the heart of the Lofoten Islands, with events, concerts, workshops, yoga classes, climbing and skiing retreats, hikes and more.

• The opportunity to work closely with the Head Chef and take an active role in shaping the kitchen and its food.

• High-quality ingredients, a creative working environment and a professional, supportive team.

• Staff perks at the factory.

• The opportunity to experience life in Lofoten throughout the changing seasons, from long summer days and lively festivals to colourful autumns and snowy winters beneath the northern lights.
  

The job

• Requires availability from the end of January until the mid December.

• Is a minimum 80–100% position.

• Requires flexibility in tasks and workload, as Henningsvær changes with the seasons, both in weather and visitor numbers.
  

If you’re looking for a new challenge in the kitchen and would love to spend some time living and working in Lofoten, with the mountains and ocean right on your doorstep, we’d be happy to hear from you. Come join us at Trevarefabrikken!

Any questions about the position can be directed to our Kitchen Manager, Shereen.

Application deadline: 31 January.