Vacant job

The brand new destination Hjortviken is part of the Ess family. Our common goal is clear - we create loyal guests!

Destinations people want to return to, memories for life, and a workplace to be truly proud of. We live our values in everything we do. When you work with us, you are part of all the passionate, professional, playful, and personal colleagues who create world-class experiences.

20 minutes outside of Gothenburg, with a vast view over Västra Nedsjön, we have opened Sweden's newest Country Club – Hjortviken Country Club. Here, it’s a season all year round!

-Unplug, explore & let’s have a drink!-

With us, guests enjoy a mix of pulse and tranquility – together with colleagues or beloved friends and family. Here, a completely unique destination is complemented by really good food, activities both indoors and outdoors, meetings in all forms, good chatter, and cold drinks in the Pool Club. Yes, the Pool Club will be something truly special!

Our vision is to create magical moments and lasting memories for our guests. You want to be part of this – right? That’s why we are now looking for you who want to become part of a fantastic and new destination where the social, down-to-earth, and genuine play the leading role.

Does this sound like you? Welcome to the club and read on!

We opened our doors in January 2025, and Hjortviken Country Club will then offer a wide range of experiences with two restaurants, 150 rooms, six bars, a Pool Club, and not least our ambitious meeting and event department. Our vision is to create magical moments and lasting memories for our guests by offering experiences that exceed expectations. Here, everything from the smaller but super important management team meeting, the big company kick-off, the birthday party, or the grand anniversary dinner takes place.

As Sous Chef at Hjortviken Country Club and our restaurant BayBay, you will play a central role in our kitchen operations. You will be part of a dynamic team and work closely with our head chef to ensure that our menus maintain the highest standards and meet our guests' expectations. You are a natural leader and have a passion for creating creative and flavorful food.

BayBay is located right by – and almost in – the Pool Club. Here awaits a completely different experience, where the flavors reflect the joy of Spanish life, with sunny influences from California.

In BayBay, elegant cocktails such as One-sip Martini and The Devil In My Corner are accompanied by crispy, salty dishes that awaken both appetite and conversation. Here, the social way of eating is celebrated – sharing food, laughter, and moments.

The menu features classics such as Iberico abanico, patatas bravas, gambas al ajillo, and Basque cheesecake – flavors that together create a journey straight into the charm of Spain, via the heart of Hjortviken.

At Hjortviken, food is more than just good – it is an experience to share. And here, every bite becomes part of something bigger.

• Assist the head chef with menu planning and development

• Lead and inspire the kitchen team in daily operations

• Ensure that food maintains high quality and is served according to our standards

• Monitor inventory and orders

• Follow and maintain hygiene and safety standards in the kitchen

• Assist with creative ideas and new dishes for the menu

We are looking for someone with a strong passion for cooking and several years of experience working in professional kitchens. You are a team player who enjoys leading and developing your team. You are flexible, solution-oriented, and have a keen eye for detail.

• At least 3 years of experience working as a chef, preferably as a Sous Chef

• Strong leadership skills and a coaching attitude

• High sense of hygiene and safety in the kitchen

• Creativity and ability to develop new dishes and concepts

• Good knowledge of Swedish and English

With us, you get a workplace with development opportunities, both at the hotel and within the entire ESS Group. We constantly work to develop our employees through internal training in leadership, stress management, and much more. As an employee with us, you will have access to favorable discounts at our destinations and restaurants throughout the Nordic region. We also organize festivities and other fun activities to strengthen team spirit. In addition, you will receive a secure employment, wellness allowance, and colleagues who will become friends for life!

We will call for interviews on an ongoing basis, the application deadline is January 25.

Start date and salary:

Salary and start date according to agreement. The position is a 100% permanent employment.

Do you not meet all the requirements in the ad exactly? Do not hesitate to submit an application anyway. We are prepared to consider applicants with related work experience and education.