Are you passionate about cooking and eager to lead a kitchen with a strong connection to both local and international gastronomy? Hotel SØMA Nuuk is seeking an experienced and dedicated Head Chef with a background in French cuisine to take the helm of our restaurant, events, and café.
Position: Head Chef
Location: Hotel SØMA Nuuk
Reports to: Hotel Manager
Start Date: As soon as possible
Application deadline: As soon as possible
Application email: grethe@hotelsoma.gl
Who we are
We are part of Hotel SØMA, Greenlands strongest hotel chain with over 50 years of history at four different destinations. The Nuuk hotel serves various functions, being the favorite of business travelers, the local community’s living room, and tourism’s gateway to Greenland’s beautiful nature, incredible adventures, and welcoming people. But most importantly, we are a work place based on Christian values, offering space and hospitality to all.
Responsibilities:
As Head Chef at Hotel SØMA Nuuk, you will play a key role in further developing our restaurant and café concept. Your primary tasks will include:
- Streamlining operations in our café and restaurant, including planning menus, optimizing purchasing, and developing procedures and workflows.
- Creating menus with local ingredients, incorporating elements of French cuisine.
- Implementing systems that ensure high customer satisfaction and a positive work environment for employees.
- Retaining and recruiting skilled staff and managing the scheduling.
- Ensuring high standards for conference catering, as well as developing seasonal events such as Christmas and Easter luncheons and other popular gatherings.
- Establishing and maintaining an attractive weekend brunch buffet.
- Actively participating in daily operations and working closely with the management team.
Qualifications:
- Proven experience as a Head Chef or Sous Chef in a busy, quality-focused kitchen.
- Solid background in French cuisine.
- Experience in leadership and staff development.
- Ability to work efficiently and structured under pressure.
- Strong teamwork skills and the ability to create a positive work environment.
We offer:
- Salary based on qualifications.
- Accommodation in Nuuk.
- After one year of employment, an annual paid holiday trip valued at approximately DKK 8,500.
- Opportunities for personal and professional development in a dynamic and supportive environment.
More about Hotel SØMA: Hotel SØMA is a non-profit hotel chain rooted in the Greenlandic community. We offer more than just accommodation—we provide an authentic Greenlandic experience where warmth, safety, passion, and integrity are at the core of our values.
Does this sound like the position for you?
We look forward to hearing from you!
