Your key responsibilities
* As Sous Chef, you will co-coordinate and organize the day-to-day operations of the main kitchen, ensuring smooth workflows and high efficiency.
* You will support the Head of Kitchen in planning, developing, and implementing innovative and high-quality menu concepts.
* You will independently manage and supervise production across various kitchen stations, ensuring consistent compliance with quality standards and HACCP hygiene guidelines.
* You will contribute to training, mentoring, and developing the kitchen team, including onboarding and integrating new team members.
* You will monitor stock levels, oversee ordering processes, and ensure correct and professional storage of food products.
* You will help foster a creative, motivating, and positive working environment within the main kitchen.
* You work closely with colleagues in Service, Events and Purchasing, with a clear focus on quality and operational coherence.
What you bring to the job
* Completed vocational training as a chef (EFZ) or an equivalent, officially recognized qualification.
* At least 5 years of professional experience in upscale gastronomy or hospitality, ideally with initial leadership experience.
* A creative mindset, passion for high-end cuisine, and enthusiasm for new culinary trends.
* Strong organizational skills and an independent, structured, and resilient working style.
* A team-oriented attitude, strong communication skills, and pronounced leadership qualities.
* Very good Italian skills, good English skills; additional languages are an advantage.
* You must be a Swiss or EU national to apply for this position.
Our offer
* Fixed-term contract for 10 months, from early June 2026 to the end of March 2027.
* 5-day work week with an average of 43.5 hours per week.
* 5 weeks of vacation and 6 public holidays per year.
* 13th month salary from the start date (pro rata temporis).
* Optional accommodation in modern staff residences, upon request.
* Dining options in our new staff restaurant.
If you are looking to take on a defining culinary leadership role within an exceptional hospitality environment, and wish to shape and influence the gastronomic direction of an internationally renowned house alongside a highly accomplished team, we look forward to receiving your complete online application.
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