Assistant Kitchen Manager – EGON Brygga, Tromsø

Are you ready to take the next step in your kitchen career and be part of opening a brand-new EGON restaurant?   EGON is one of Norway’s strongest and most successful restaurant concepts. We are now looking for a motivated and ambitious Assistant Kitchen Manager to join the leadership team at the new EGON Brygga in Tromsø.   Located directly on the waterfront in the heart of Tromsø, EGON Brygga will be a large new restaurant with approximately 300 seats. This is an exciting opportunity to join from the beginning, help build a strong kitchen team and contribute to establishing the standards, culture and daily operations of a brand-new restaurant. About the RoleAs Assistant Kitchen Manager, you will be the Kitchen Manager’s right hand and an important part of the restaurant’s leadership team. You will work closely with the Kitchen Manager and General Manager and take active responsibility for daily kitchen operations, quality, structure and team development.   The position combines hands-on kitchen work with leadership, planning and follow-up. You will also play an important role in creating a strong team and ensuring that EGON’s routines and standards are implemented from day one. For the right candidate, this can also be an excellent step toward becoming a Kitchen Manager within EGON in the future. Main ResponsibilitiesSupport the Kitchen Manager in the daily operation of the kitchen Take responsibility for kitchen operations when the Kitchen Manager is absent Ensure consistently high food quality and presentation Participate actively in food preparation and à la carte service Follow up routines related to HACCP / food safety and hygiene Help train, motivate and develop kitchen employees Contribute to efficient staffing, planning and organization Follow EGON’s routines, systems and operational standards Help create a positive, structured and professional working environment Contribute to building a strong kitchen team at the new restaurant Who Are We Looking For?We are looking for someone who enjoys responsibility and thrives in a busy restaurant environment.   You preferably have: Relevant experience from a professional kitchen Experience from high-volume restaurants or similar operations Previous leadership experience, or a strong motivation to develop into a leadership role Good organizational and communication skills A hands-on approach and willingness to lead by example The ability to remain structured and focused during busy services A positive attitude and strong work ethic A genuine interest in food, people and restaurant operations Good communication skills in English. Speaking Norwegian is a big plus. Experience as a Sous Chef, Assistant Kitchen Manager, Shift Leader, Team Leader or similar is an advantage. What We OfferAt EGON Brygga, you will have the opportunity to join a completely new restaurant from the beginning and become part of building the team and operation. EGON offers a structured working environment with established systems, training and opportunities for professional development. As part of a large and growing restaurant group, there are also good opportunities for further career development for employees who want more responsibility.   You will become part of an ambitious leadership team in one of Tromsø’s most exciting new restaurant openings. If you are an experienced kitchen professional who wants more responsibility and the opportunity to develop as a leader, we would like to hear from you.   Apply today and become part of the team opening EGON Brygga in Tromsø!