Precision & Leadership: Sous Chef at Urban Italian Group 🚀
Do you have what it takes to be the indispensable right-hand in one of Scandinavia’s most innovative hospitality groups? Urban Italian Group is seeking passionate Sous Chefs to support our Head Chefs, lead our kitchen brigade and help create unforgettable dining experiences.
If you're an experienced hospitality professional with a hunger for growth and leadership, this is your chance to make your mark. Build high-performing teams, and shape the future of hospitality in Sweden.
About Us
Urban Italian Group is the creative force behind the popular Basta casual dining concept and the sophisticated Florentine brand. With 11 restaurants across Sweden and Spain, we serve authentic Italian hospitality to over 3,000 guests daily. Our diverse team of 500 culinary professionals from 53 nationalities is as dynamic as our menu. We are blending passion, innovation, with a love for great food.
Our ambitions are as bold as our flavours:
- 🍝 Basta is expanding to 18 locations in Sweden by 2030.
- 🌟 Florentine is set to go international, targeting the Middle East, Oslo, and London.
- 🍕Trattoria Giorgo's, a new multi-unit Italian concept launches in the autumn of 2025.
- 🫒 Villa Valentina, a modern Spanish tapas restaurant is set to open in Stockholm by spring 2026.
Your Role
As our Sous Chef, you are the essential support to our Head Chef, ensuring seamless and inspired kitchen operations. In this role, you'll:
- Collaborate & Innovate: Work closely with our Head Chef to craft and execute innovative menus.
- Lead by Example: Supervise and motivate the brigade, leading by example to maintain excellence.
- Uphold Quality: Oversee food quality, cost control, and kitchen food safety, ensuring every dish reflects our high standards.
- Drive Culinary Excellence: Bring your expertise in Italian cuisine to elevate our offerings and sustain our signature flavours.
- Drive Operational Excellence: Leverage your Italian cuisine expertise to streamline processes, ensure consistency, and provide decisive leadership for our team.
We’re seeking a seasoned culinary leader with solid experience in high-volume restaurant operations. Your “can-do” attitude and hands-on leadership style will help you thrive in our energetic kitchen.
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Culinary Leadership at UIG
We are looking for a motivated and skilled Sous Chef to support kitchen operations and lead by example. The ideal candidate will demonstrate the following:
- Proven experience working in high-volume, fast-paced restaurant kitchens
- Strong, hands-on leadership with the ability to manage and support kitchen staff effectively
- A collaborative and positive approach to team development and daily operations
- Solid understanding of stock control, kitchen hygiene, and food safety regulations
- Resilience and adaptability in a dynamic kitchen environment, with a proactive, “can-do” attitude
- A commitment to maintaining high standards in food preparation, presentation, and consistency
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; fluency in English is required
What We Offer
Joining Urban Italian Group means becoming part of a vibrant, forward-thinking family where creativity meets collaboration:
- Growth & Vision: Be at the forefront of developing one of Scandinavia’s fastest-growing hospitality brands.
- Leadership Impact: Inspire and influence a dynamic team, leaving your mark on operations across multiple brands.
- Competitive Rewards: Enjoy a market-leading salary paired with performance-based bonuses.
- Professional Development: Access resources and training designed to elevate your culinary and leadership expertise.
- A Strong and Supportive Foundation: With our dedicated team behind you, cultivate a positive and thriving kitchen environment.
