Chef for Eiraskolan

Stockholm – our capital city with millions of dreams, expectations, and ambitions. We work for everyone living here today and in the future. We are now seeking someone who wants to think big, new, and differently with us – for the people of Stockholm. Welcome to us Welcome to Eiraskolan – a safe and pleasant F–6 school in the heart of Stockholm. Eiraskolan is a well-functioning urban school with approximately 540 students in grades F–6. Here, collaboration and engagement are at the forefront, and we work in grade-specific teams with a strong team spirit and high ambitions. We take pride in our strong results in both knowledge development and safety. Our school has a modern and refurbished kitchen with a bright and pleasant dining area that contributes to a positive overall environment for the students. Eiraskolan is wonderfully located with close proximity to both public transport and the city's rich cultural offerings. Want to know more? Visit us at: http://eiraskolan.stockholm.se Your role Eiraskolan is looking for an engaged chef for our school restaurant. Do you want to help create a good, nutritious, and sustainable dining experience for our students? We are now looking for a driven and service-oriented chef who wants to be part of our kitchen team at Eiraskolan. About the position As a chef with us, you will be responsible, along with colleagues in the school restaurant, for the daily preparation of lunch and snacks for the school's students. In addition, we also prepare lunches that are delivered to other schools. The role also includes planning menus, managing special dietary requirements, placing orders, and receiving deliveries. You will ensure that the kitchen maintains high hygiene standards and is in good condition, as well as being responsible for dishwashing, self-monitoring, and organizing stock. Who are you? We are looking for someone with a genuine interest in food, who is a trained chef, and has experience in large-scale kitchens or similar operations. You have a keen sense for the overall dining experience and actively contribute to a pleasant and well-functioning dining environment. You enjoy collaborating with other school staff and understand how important school meals are for students' well-being and learning. We value that the food served is delicious, appealing, nutritious, and modern. You share our commitment to reducing food waste, increasing the percentage of organic ingredients, and viewing school meals as an important part of the students' day. We are actively working to develop our vegetarian dishes and want these to be of high quality, flavorful, and appealing to both students and staff. Your qualifications and experience Qualifications and attributes we are looking for We are looking for someone with secondary education in the restaurant and food program or equivalent education, along with at least 3–4 years of experience working in a large kitchen or restaurant. You have good computer skills and are comfortable working digitally. To succeed in the role of chef, you need to be structured, stress-resistant, and collaborative. You have a strong work ethic and engage with both colleagues and diners in a friendly and professional manner. You express yourself well in both spoken and written communication. Personal suitability is of major importance. The City of Stockholm works with competence-based recruitment aimed at recognizing each individual's competencies and thus counteracting discrimination.