Are you a skilled Executive Chef with high-volume experience ready to take charge in Sweden
For our client Urban Italian Group (UIG) a modern Italian restaurant brand with a growing presence across Sweden we are hiring a hands-on Executive Chef to lead kitchen operations across two casual-dining restaurant concepts in Malm . If you re passionate about Italian-Mediterranean cuisine cost control and leading large kitchen teams this could be your next big move.
Information and Requirements:
Minimum 3 5 years of experience as Executive Chef or senior Head Chef in a high-volume setting
Strong working knowledge of Italian or Mediterranean cuisine preferred
Must have experience managing high-output kitchen operations
Skilled in food & labor cost control inventory and portion consistency
Experience in restructuring and scaling teams effectively
Fluent in English (Swedish is a bonus)
Solid understanding of HACCP and food safety compliance
About the Job:
Full-time permanent position based in Malm Sweden
Salary starting from: 3.600 to 4.200 gross/month plus bonuses and tips
Directly manage 2 Head Chefs and lead a large kitchen team
Oversee a total of 400 seats across 2 restaurants
Hands-on role with only approx. 25 admin hours per month
Focused on food cost consistency team productivity and compliance
Reports directly to senior leadership at UIG
Accommodation assistance provided for candidates relocating to Sweden
Key Personal Attributes:
Team-oriented and values-driven leadership style
Strong emotional intelligence and stress resilience
Agile and open to evolving kitchen structures
Culturally aware and respectful in diverse teams
Balances business focus 70 with culinary creativity 30
Why choose Labyrinth Recruitment
If you re considering relocating to Sweden for work we make the process smooth and stress-free:
Free support with your CV recommendations and interview preparation
Guidance on moving to Sweden housing and local paperwork
Ongoing support throughout onboarding and relocation
Our services are free of charge for all candidates
IMPORTANT: Only EU passport holders may apply due to visa limitations
Interviews will be conducted via video call
Ready to take the lead
Send your up-to-date CV in English to
Subject line: Executive Chef Malm (UIG)