Chef, Silver Birch Resort, Rovaniemi, Lapland

Are you the Chef we are looking for?

Silver Birch Resort's lakeside restaurant focuses on high-quality cuisine, pure natural flavours and locally sourced ingredients. Our kitchen combines traditional Lappish food culture with a modern approach. The menu is built around the best ingredients available each season. We are now looking for a skilled A la Carte Chef for our client in Rovaniemi for the winter season 2026–2027!

In this role, you will be responsible for preparing delicious dinners and breakfasts for our guests in a stunning restaurant surrounded by the nature of Lapland and making use of local ingredients. Your duties will also include food preparation and other kitchen-related tasks.We are looking for someone who works well as part of a team and is also capable of taking responsibility for the kitchen independently when needed. We expect the candidate to have solid previous experience as an A la Carte Chef and a strong background in working in high-quality kitchens.

Working hours are available from 1 December 2026 to 28 February 2027, with 90–112.5 hours per three weeks. If you wish, you may also take on shifts during November and March, although no guaranteed hours are available during these months.The terms and conditions of employment are based on the collective agreement for the tourism, catering and leisure services sector. Salary will be determined according to your skills and experience. Accommodation can be arranged near the centre of Rovaniemi for a reasonable rent.

We offer you:

• A high-quality workplace where you will have opportunities to develop your skills

• Thorough training and orientation for your duties

• A supportive and collaborative team

• Shared accommodation in the Rovaniemi city centre area for a reasonable rent

• Support from Bondata throughout your employment

We expect from you:

• Relevant culinary education and/or strong previous experience as an A la Carte Chef

• Excellent communication and teamwork skills

• Good ability to work under pressure

• Fluent English skills; both the team and guests are international

• Flexibility to work morning shifts and weekends

• A hygiene passport; we will assist in obtaining this if needed

• A valid Category B driving licence is considered an advantage

Application proces

Interested?

Apply for the position by submitting your application as soon as possible. In your application, please tell us about your previous work experience and education, and/or attach your CV together with your salary expectation. We will start interviewing candidates during the application period, and the position will be filled as soon as a suitable candidate is found.

For more information:

Bondata Lapland Saaga Väänänen saaga.vaananen@bondata.fi

Salary

The salary is approximately 15–16,5 €/hour based on skills and experience. Please indicate your salary expectations in your application

Silver Birch Resort

Silver Birch Resort offers year-round accommodation in the heart of Laplands Arctic wilderness, in modern glass cabins that combine breathtaking lake views, tranquility and privacy.

Email: lappi@bondata.fi Location: Alaniemenpolku 52, Rovaniemi