EU/EEA citizenship or valid right to work in Denmark required
Ærø Hotel is looking for an experienced, skilled and reliable Chef to join our international kitchen team.
We are located on the beautiful Danish island of Ærø, in the maritime town of Marstal. We are looking for an experienced chef who enjoys working in a structured professional kitchen, preparing good-quality food for a large number of hotel guests.
We have 1 position available.
About the position
You will become part of our evening kitchen team, which consists of five chefs working closely together.
Ærø Hotel does not operate an à la carte restaurant.
Our kitchen is based on planned production and pre-arranged menus for our hotel guests. We serve between approximately 100 and 200 guests every day.
During the day, we prepare and serve lunches, while dinner consists of pre-booked and predetermined two-course menus.
Our dinner concept follows a fixed rotation of four different two-course menus. After the fourth menu, the rotation starts again on day five.
This means that our kitchen operation is highly structured, allowing the team to focus on good preparation, consistency, quality and efficient service.
We are therefore looking for an experienced chef who is comfortable preparing food in larger quantities and who understands the importance of planning, organisation and consistency when serving many guests.
The primary working language in our kitchen is Spanish, while English is the common language throughout the rest of the hotel.
Your main responsibilities
Preparing lunches and evening meals for our hotel guests
Preparing and cooking food for approximately 100–200 guests per day
Working with our fixed rotation of pre-planned two-course dinner menus
Taking responsibility for your own tasks and preparation
Working closely with our team of five evening chefs
Ensuring consistent quality, taste and presentation
Planning and organising preparation efficiently
Contributing to a smooth and well-organised dinner service
Maintaining high standards of cleanliness and hygiene
Following Danish food safety and hygiene regulations
Supporting your colleagues and contributing to a professional and positive working environment
We are looking for someone who
Has solid professional experience working as a chef
Is experienced in preparing food for larger groups of guests
Is comfortable with high-volume food production
Is able to work independently and take responsibility
Understands the importance of planning, preparation and consistency
Works efficiently and remains organised during busy periods
Speaks Spanish and is able to communicate in English
Is reliable, responsible and flexible
Takes pride in food quality and presentation
Enjoys working as part of a professional kitchen team
Has EU/EEA citizenship or another valid right to work in Denmark
Previous professional experience as a chef is essential for this position.
Salary and employment conditions
Salary: DKK 180 per hour before tax.
Holiday allowance is paid in addition to the hourly salary in accordance with Danish regulations.
We offer attractive working hours and the opportunity to become part of an established and experienced kitchen team.
Start date: As soon as possible
Location: Ærø Hotel, Marstal, Denmark
Staff accommodation
If needed, we can offer staff accommodation close to the hotel.
The current accommodation consists of private bedrooms with shared kitchen and bathroom facilities.
Rent is DKK 750 per week and includes:
Electricity
Water
Heating
Internet
During the coming winter, the staff accommodation will undergo a complete renovation. After the renovation, each room will have its own private bathroom and small kitchen.
Accommodation is optional and paid by the employee.
About Ærø Hotel
Ærø Hotel is a well-established hotel located in Marstal on the island of Ærø in southern Denmark.
We welcome guests from Denmark and abroad and have an international team of employees from several different countries.
Our kitchen is an important part of the hotel experience. Because most of our guests stay with us as part of organised hotel packages, we know in advance how many guests we are cooking for and which menus will be served.
This gives us a structured way of working, where good preparation, teamwork and consistency are essential.
You will become part of an experienced kitchen team where everyone works together to ensure that between 100 and 200 guests receive a good dining experience every day.
Life on Ærø
Ærø is one of Denmark’s most beautiful and distinctive islands.
The island is known for its beautiful coastline, beaches, historic towns, colourful houses, maritime atmosphere and relaxed way of life.
Marstal has a strong maritime tradition and is a lively small town with shops, cafés and the everyday facilities needed when living on the island. At the same time, the sea and nature are always close by.
Working at Ærø Hotel gives you the opportunity to combine a professional job with life in a safe, peaceful and welcoming island community.
For the right person, Ærø offers much more than just a workplace. It is an opportunity to become part of an international team while experiencing a very special part of Denmark.
If you are an experienced chef and would like to become part of our team at Ærø Hotel, we would be very pleased to hear from you.
Please send us your CV together with a short introduction about yourself, your professional kitchen experience and when you would be available to start.
