UKK is looking for an experienced chef
Are you a passionate chef who is dedicated to cooking, quality, and service? Would you like to work in a vibrant and inspiring environment where there’s always something going on—from conferences and corporate events to concerts and large-scale gatherings? Then you might be the person we’re looking for!
About UKK
Uppsala Konsert & Kongress is a venue for music, culture, and gatherings in the heart of Uppsala. Since its opening in 2007, the venue has hosted hundreds of concerts, conferences, meetings, and events each year.
About 60 permanent employees and 200 hourly employees work here in a variety of professional fields. As an employee at UKK, you’ll have the opportunity to contribute to the organization’s development. We value collaboration, commitment, and new ideas, and offer benefits such as a wellness allowance and staff tickets to in-house events.
About Food & Beverage
Food & Beverage is responsible for all food and beverage service at UKK and includes the restaurant, kitchen, and several bars. The department plans and delivers everything from the daily lunch special, coffee breaks, and snack service to artist catering, receptions, and dinners for hundreds of guests.
About the position
We are looking for a creative, dedicated, and experienced chef who wants to join our kitchen team. As a chef with us, you’ll work in a diverse environment where we serve meals to conference guests, corporate clients, concertgoers, and performers, as well as the daily lunch special in our restaurant.
Our business offers an exciting mix of conferences, concerts, and events, which means varied workdays and plenty of opportunities to create truly great dining experiences. We always strive for high quality, excellent service, and food prepared with care, with a focus on sustainability.
Your Responsibilities
- Prepare and serve meals for conferences, concerts, artists, and events.
- Plan and prepare lunches, dinners, buffets, and other meals.
- Ensure high quality and an appealing presentation of the food.
- Work in accordance with the business’s requirements regarding ingredients and sustainability.
- Follow food safety and self-monitoring procedures in accordance with HACCP.
- Collaborate with colleagues in the kitchen and other parts of the business to ensure smooth operations.
- Contribute ideas for menus and the development of food concepts and work methods.
- Orient and train new staff and students.
- Assist with other tasks as they arise in the kitchen and adjacent areas as needed.
- Stay up to date with the organization’s shared systems and access information relevant to your daily work.
We are looking for people who
- Has training in the restaurant or institutional kitchen industry, or equivalent experience.
- Has experience in professional cooking and an understanding of ingredient costs.
- Is creative, meticulous, and cost- and quality-conscious.
- Enjoys working both independently and as part of a team.
- Is flexible and can handle varying workloads.
- Enjoys a fast-paced environment and appreciates the variety that conferences, concerts, and events bring.
- Has a genuine interest in food, ingredients, and service.
- Am unpretentious and responsible, and enjoy working with others to create truly great dining experiences for our guests.
We offer
- An exciting and varied work environment where no two days are alike.
- Opportunities to grow and contribute your own ideas.
- The chance to work in a dedicated team focused on quality, service, and collaboration.
We look forward to receiving your application—come join our team!
Terms of Employment
Employment Type: Permanent, full-time (100%). A probationary period applies.
Scope: Full-time. Work on evenings, weekends, and other non-standard hours may be required.
Start date: February 2027 or as agreed.
Salary: To be negotiated. A collective bargaining agreement with HRF is in place.
Application and questions about the position
Apply today! We’re reviewing applications and conducting interviews on an ongoing basis.
Send your resume and cover letter to Executive Chef Lale Runesson at lale.runesson@ukk.se.
If you have any questions about the position, please contact Lale Runesson, Head Chef, at lale.runesson@ukk.se or 018-7279061.
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