Head Chef / Kitchen Manager for New Danish-Nordic Brasserie (Permanent position)

Esbern Snare Brasserie & Cocktail Bar is looking for an experienced and ambitious Head Chef / Kitchen Manager for our new restaurant opening in Slagelse, Denmark.

We already operate a restaurant in Kalundborg, Denmark, and we are now preparing to open a brand-new restaurant in Slagelse. We are therefore looking for a strong kitchen leader who wants to play a key role in building the kitchen team, establishing structure and helping shape the culture, standards and daily operation from the very beginning.

Our concept is based on modern Danish cuisine with a Nordic twist, combined with well-executed brasserie classics and a varied à la carte menu. We focus on flavour, quality ingredients, consistency and solid kitchen craftsmanship. The menu includes classic meat dishes, such as pepper steak, pasta dishes and other popular brasserie favourites.

This position is ideal for a kitchen leader who enjoys both operational responsibility and team development. You will join the restaurant before opening and have a real opportunity to influence the kitchen from day one. At the same time, you will enter a business with a clear concept, experienced ownership and a strong operational foundation already in place. This gives you both the security of an established direction and the rare opportunity to help build something new from the ground up.

You will work in close dialogue with our gastronomic development team, which provides support, professional sparring and continued development on concept, menu and kitchen performance.

We are a serious but friendly workplace with respectful leadership, an organised working environment and a no-drama culture. We believe successful kitchens are built through structure, calm leadership, high standards and strong teamwork.

We are looking for a Head Chef / Kitchen Manager who:

• Has solid experience leading a professional kitchen
• Is strong in structure, planning and daily management
• Can lead and motivate a team in a calm, professional and respectful way
• Has experience with staffing, kitchen routines, ordering and quality control
• Understands hygiene, food safety and kitchen organisation
• Can ensure stable service and consistent quality
• Wants to help build a strong team and a successful kitchen culture from the ground up
• Is comfortable taking ownership and helping shape a new opening

Candidates with leadership experience and a strong professional network are highly valued.

We offer:

• Full-time employment
• A fixed work schedule
• Weekend work is part of the position
• Salary package of approximately DKK 40,000–45,000 gross per month, depending on qualifications and experience, with the possibility of a tailored overall package for the right candidate
• Accommodation available
• Help with relocation and settling in Denmark
• Possibility of support with moving costs and/or paid accommodation in the first month, by agreement
• Good working conditions in a structured and professional environment
• Staff meals
• Work clothing provided
• Staff discounts
• The rare opportunity to join before opening and help build a new restaurant kitchen from the beginning
• Real influence on team culture, routines and standards
• Ongoing sparring and professional development together with experienced gastronomic professionals
• A workplace where English can be used in daily communication

Location

The position is based in Slagelse, Denmark.
We also operate in Kalundborg, and both cities offer a local Danish atmosphere, a charming town centre and a good quality of life. Our restaurants are located in the heart of each city.

Language

English is required.
Danish is an advantage, but not a requirement.

Start date
As soon as possible / by agreement
 

We look forward to hearing from experienced kitchen leaders who want to be part of opening and building something strong from the beginning in Denmark.

• solid experience leading a professional kitchen
• experience with staffing, kitchen routines, ordering and quality control

Leadership experience and a strong professional network are highly valued.
 

• Salary package of approximately DKK 40,000–45,000 gross per month, depending on qualifications and experience, with the possibility of a tailored overall package for the right candidate
• Accommodation available
• Help with relocation and settling in Denmark
• Possibility of support with moving costs and/or paid accommodation in the first month, by agreement