The meal service in the Municipality of Umeå includes the preparation and serving of lunches in preschools, elementary schools, and high schools, as well as in restaurants and at several facilities within elder care. Our mission is to provide excellent service and nutritious, healthy meals for our diners and, together with school and care staff, to foster an understanding of the importance of food for good health and well-being. Through public meal services, we contribute to public health and sustainable development.

The Väst-Teg kitchen is located at the Väst-Teg nursing and care home in Umeå—a modern facility with 120 beds. The kitchen features newly built, spacious facilities and is the only kitchen in Umeå that prepares meals for residents in ordinary housing. Here, we also prepare lunch and dinner for our 120 residents at the facility, every day of the week.

Are you passionate about cooking and want to make a difference every day?

We are now looking for someone who wants to join our team! Starting in July, we need to strengthen our team with a chef. With us, you’ll find a workplace with a strong focus on well-being, good teamwork, and creating meals that make a difference for our guests—every day.

Your main responsibilities:

• Oversee and plan kitchen operations to ensure they run smoothly in accordance with Måltidsservice’s business plan and policy documents.
• Plan and prepare delicious meals, including special diets and diet-specific meals
• Manage meal orders and handle purchasing, invoices, and receiving
• Keep the kitchen and equipment in top condition—including dishwashing and maintenance
• Maintain daily contact with colleagues and elderly clients, both in the facility (Väst-Teg) and in their homes
• Pack and present food in an appealing way in meal boxes
• When needed, assist in other kitchens

The job involves heavy lifting.

About you

We are looking for someone with documented chef training or other education deemed equivalent. You have previous experience working as a chef. Experience working with public meal services is considered a plus. Furthermore, you have a strong ability to express yourself in Swedish, both verbally and in writing, to ensure clear and reliable communication and procedures.

As a person, you are organized and have strong teamwork skills. In your work, you take responsibility and take the initiative to drive continuous improvement. Naturally, you have a genuine interest in food. You possess strong communication skills and treat colleagues, partners, and those we serve—our elderly residents—with professionalism and respect. We place great emphasis on personal suitability.

Upon employment, an extract from the police criminal record must be presented, in accordance with the Act on Suitability Checks.

We warmly welcome your application!

About Umeå Municipality

Umeå Municipality is the region’s largest employer, with over 13,000 dedicated employees. Our organization is divided into nine departments, and together we work to ensure that Umeå grows thoughtfully. Our core values are based on a citizen-first approach, transparency, trust, and continuous improvement. With us, you’ll work on socially important projects where you’ll help ensure that Umeå remains safe, secure, and fun.

Umeå is northern Sweden’s largest city, offering a rich variety of experiences and opportunities. We are a city of associations and culture that offers a richer life even outside of work. Here you can learn what it’s like to live in Umeå: Moving to Umeå Municipality

We’re growing, and that’s why we might be looking for you! Do you want more, too? We offer fair terms, great benefits, and excellent development opportunities for lifelong learning, as well as jobs that are important to everyone who lives and works here. We look forward to hearing from you.