Engaged Head Chefs Wanted at Region Gotland

In Region Gotland, you can develop and grow, both as an individual and together with others. When you work with us, you contribute to making Gotland an even better place for people in all walks of life. We make each other better.

Department of Meals

In the Department of Meals, we work with more than just food – we create conditions for good health, well-being, and quality of life.

We lead and coordinate meal work within Region Gotland, from planning and development to implementation and follow-up.

Meals are a central part of everyday life in schools, elderly care, and healthcare. With our expertise and commitment, we contribute to good living conditions, health-promoting care, and an equitable learning environment. Every day, we prepare, deliver, and sometimes serve food to thousands of children, students, the elderly, and patients – always focusing on quality and care.

We are now looking for two engaged Head Chefs – one for Klinteskolan's kitchen in Klintehamn and one for Högbyskolan's kitchen in Hemse.

Your Responsibilities

Responsibilities include:

• Being the driving force in the kitchen and ensuring high-quality meals.
• Leading and distributing daily work and ensuring appropriate staffing.
• Managing orders, inventory, and invoicing.
• Maintaining high standards regarding quality, hygiene, and regulations.
• Working based on a shared menu in collaboration with colleagues.
• Contributing to a holistic view and actively developing our service towards customers.
• Creating a valued meal experience in schools together with colleagues.
• Taking responsibility for administrative tasks, developing routines, driving improvements, and promoting rotation for the team's competence.
• Training and coaching staff in administrative routines for a self-sufficient and competent team.
• Combining leadership, passion for food, and development work with daily impact.
• Being part of a flexible operation that manages changes through rotation within the kitchen, kitchen area, and department.

Who Are You?

You have a chef or kitchen manager education, or equivalent experience and education deemed comparable by the employer. Several years of experience in a leading role in a kitchen and a B driver's license are required. Experience from both public kitchens and restaurants, knowledge of Matilda or similar dietary systems, and special diets are advantageous.

As a person, you are stable and maintain calm and security even in challenging situations. You are goal- and result-oriented, working focused towards set goals with drive and perseverance, and demonstrating good judgment in decision-making and prioritization based on a holistic view.

You are loyal and act with integrity in accordance with the organization's values and mission. Your leadership is clear and inclusive, focusing on responsibility, trust, and collaboration. Your cultural awareness allows you to understand and respectfully meet different perspectives and cultures.

You are structured and quality-conscious, planning and organizing work carefully, and using creativity to continuously improve quality and results.

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We place great emphasis on personal suitability based on the characteristics and abilities we have described above.

Welcome with your application!

About the Regional Administration

As part of Region Gotland, the Regional Administration is responsible for corporate governance, strategic planning, and case preparation. We also work with regional development and cultural and recreational activities. We serve as internal support to the region's other administrations. Together, we care for quality and efficiency for those we serve. Through our responsibility for emergency services in Gotland, we are also an important part of citizens' safety and security.

About Region Gotland

Region Gotland is not only Gotland's largest employer, but we are also the only region in Sweden that has municipal, health, and medical responsibilities and regional development responsibility within the same organization. This, along with our island location, creates conditions for good cooperation across our areas of operation.

We have over 7,000 employees. Together, we work for a sustainable, inclusive, and thriving society for all who visit, live, and work in Gotland. We are driving the creation of a safe and sustainable development across the island.

Gotland is a fantastic place to live, with a rich cultural life, untouched nature, and a creative entrepreneurial spirit. Over 61,000 people have chosen to live here year-round, and we would love to have more! For information about Gotland as a place to live and thrive, read more at this link (https://gotland.com/leva-bo/flytta-hit/).

Through the Instagram account @viarregiongotland (https://instagram.com/viarregiongotland), we showcase the breadth of our professions and the significance of our work for society. Every week, a new employee shares their workday.

Other Information

Region Gotland works according to a competence-based recruitment method aimed at recognizing each person's skills and thus countering discrimination. We strive for a balanced gender distribution and see diversity as a strength, welcoming applicants from various backgrounds and genders.

The position is announced under the condition that it does not need to be claimed by employees with preferential rights and that the position remains vacant.

As the world changes, Region Gotland is increasingly working with quality and safety in the recruitment process. This means that you as a candidate may be subject to certain checks before employment. You will receive information about which checks the position you are applying for may involve before or during the interview.

For all employments, you as a candidate need to present ID and a personal certificate.

We kindly decline offers of advertising and recruitment assistance.