Scandic Linköping City is, as the name suggests, centrally located in Linköping - right by the river and just a stone's throw from the train station. The hotel is modern, pleasant and houses, among other things, a famous restaurant that according to White Guide is one of Östergötland's best. We who work at the hotel are primarily a team and always work towards a common goal. We like to take care of our guests and maintain a high level of service. But we also take care of each other and help as much as we can and join forces when needed. We are a multicultural hotel where understanding and cooperation are essential to our work. Chef to Scandic Linköping City Do you want to lead a kitchen with great breadth, clear responsibility and focus on quality and business - and at the same time develop further within Scandic over time? Scandic Linköping City is now looking for a committed and business-driven Head Chef who wants to develop people, dining experiences and a stable, long-term sustainable kitchen business. About the role As Head Chef at Scandic Linköping City, you will have overall responsibility for the hotel's entire kitchen operations - breakfast, conference, lunches, evening restaurant and banquets. You lead and develop your team with a present and clear leadership and ensure high quality at all levels. An important part of the assignment is to further develop the evening menu for the hotel's guests and ensure an attractive offer that makes more resident hotel guests choose to eat in our restaurant. You work in line with Scandic's concepts and standards, with room for local adaptation within given frameworks. In the long term, there is also the opportunity to participate in Scandic's central development groups, where you contribute to the development of common menus and working methods for the entire chain. Your main areas of responsibility - Ensure compliance with Scandic's standards and concepts for food, quality, hygiene and sustainability - Lead, coach and develop the kitchen team to create engagement, job satisfaction and good performance - Operational and strategic responsibility for all food production: breakfast, conference, lunch, evening restaurant and banquets - Develop and refine the evening menu for hotel guests with a focus on guest experience and business - Work commercially with follow-up, efficient staffing and additional sales - Responsible for purchasing, inventory and minimizing waste - Work closely with the restaurant and other departments to create a well-functioning overall offer Who are you? You are a present and engaging leader with a genuine interest in developing and inspiring people. You are motivated by seeing colleagues and employees grow, take responsibility and feel pride in their work - and you create commitment through clarity, participation and trust. We look for you to have: - Experience as a Chef, Head Chef or Sous Chef, preferably from a hotel business - Proven leadership experience with a focus on developing, coaching and strengthening teams - Strong food skills in à la carte, buffet and banquet - Experience in menu development with a focus on quality, guest satisfaction and profitability - Good knowledge of Swedish, English is an advantage As a person you are: - A strong, confident and inspiring leader who acts as a role model and actively builds engagement in your team - Interested in people and skilled at creating participation, responsibility and job satisfaction - Business driven, structured and quality conscious - Creative and solution-oriented in a changing environment - A team player who cooperates well across departments What we offer With us, you'll have an important leadership role in day-to-day operations and in the continued development of the kitchen business. You'll be part of Scandic - a company where sustainability, caring and strong leadership are at the center. Information about the position: The position is a full-time, permanent position. We only accept applications via our website. All applications will be processed on a rolling basis and the position may be filled before the closing date, so please apply as soon as possible. In this recruitment, we use personality tests as part of the selection process. Bring your experience, commitment and way of thinking to us - and contribute to a culture where we genuinely care: about each other, our guests and our planet. Welcome to Scandic! We go further when differences are embraced. With us, you'll have the space to be yourself and develop in the direction you want, based on secure conditions and fair agreements. Bring your experience, your commitment and your way of thinking to us - contribute to a culture where we really care: about each other, our guests and our planet. Welcome to Scandic. Do you share our values? BE A PRO BE YOU BE CARING BE BOLD