Head Chef

1 Hotel Copenhagen is centrally located at the intersection of the city’s vibrant Latin Quarter and its historic heart; it will feature 282 rooms including 30 suites.  With a Green-Michelin-starred Chef at the helm, the property will also feature locally sourced, seasonal cuisine as eclectic as the city itself at the signature restaurant and bar. Guests and locals alike can find tranquility in the nature-inspired Bamford Wellness Spa, connected with the natural world in the property’s urban garden complete an on-site bee hotel, or embark on an adventure, exploring Copenhagen's rich tapestry of parks and museums on bike.  

The Head Chef is responsible for assisting the Executive Chef in leading our culinary team, driving excellence in food quality, service, and operational performance in a high-volume, fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate will develop and implement strategies aligned with our property and brand, setting clear goals and providing inspirational leadership. You will oversee day-to-day operations of our kitchen, manage team performance, and ensure financial targets are met while maintaining high standards of sanitation, food quality, and guest satisfaction. A strong focus on team development and creating a positive work environment will be key to success in this role. 

About you...   

• Detailed culinary knowledge; demonstrated strong leadership and strategic planning skills; and proven achievements in optimizing guest and team member engagement. 
• Experience from the luxury Hotel industry is a great asset, but not a requirement.
• Lead by example with hands-on culinary expertise, actively cooking.

• Experience in a high-volume, fast-paced environment, preferably within a high-end restaurant or a similar setting such as a high-end, fast-paced banquet kitchen. 

• Strong interpersonal, team member relations and leadership abilities. 

• Technically savvy and familiar with culinary operating/budgeting systems and spreadsheets. 

• Ability to identify and solve problems.   

• Knowledge of Danish working conditions and collective agreements is a significant advantage. 

• Proficiency in the Danish language is preferred. 

• Professional & appropriate business appearance and demeanor aligned with the 1 Hotel brand and culture. 

• Flexibility to meet the demands of a 24-hour operation. 

About us…   

Our culture is caring and thoughtful, and we deliver good-natured and informed service, perfectly executed to evoke a sense of fulfillment and well-being. As a part of our team, you can look forward to activities and perks that drive your passion for nature such as:   

• Designed by Nature work environment.   

• Competitive salary package with included pension and health insurance benefits.   

• Career Advancement: Were growing rapidly and with growth comes advancement opportunities (around the globe)!   

• SH University - Offers eligible team members a chance to grow and flourish from obtaining professional development and courses/certifications through our exclusive online learning educational platform.   

• Team Member Recognition program - Earn rewards and pay it forward, while doing all the good you can!   

• Enjoy company benefits and exclusively discounted room rates for you, your family, and friends at Starwood Hotels.  

Starwood Hotels is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in a diverse, sustainable workforce with an empowered, inclusive culture. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis covered under applicable law.