Head Chef (m/f/d)

Troadkastn Restaurant at the AlpenParks Hotel & Apartment Sonnleiten in Saalbach | Seasonal Position (Summer & Winter) | Full-time | 5.5–6 days/week | 44–48 hours | Split shifts

Breakfast · Dinner · Kitchen Organization · Quality

Work in the sunshine, enjoy the mountains—and please come back again.

Do you love working independently in the kitchen, stay on top of things even during service, and want to organize your work area on your own? Then you'd be a great fit for us.

For our restaurant, Troadkastn, in Saalbach, we are looking for a head chef / sole chef who will lead our kitchen with experience, organization, and a commitment to quality, and who will actively participate in day-to-day operations.

At our small, family-run restaurant, you’ll be responsible for the kitchen—from preparing and cooking our dishes to organizing workflows, inventory management, and hygiene.

We’re not looking for a chef who just organizes: You’ll be working at the stove yourself, actively participating in day-to-day operations, and keeping an eye on the entire kitchen workflow at the same time.

This position is listed as a seasonal position—with the hope of a long-term collaboration spanning several summer and winter seasons.

You'll be working the traditional split shift—breakfast and dinner.

• Breakfast & Dinner: Preparingand cooking our meals; organizing and overseeing the breakfast service; preparing and plating meals for the evening service; ensuring consistently high quality and attractive presentation

• Kitchen Organization & OperationsResponsibilityfor the entire kitchen areaPlanning and organizing daily kitchen operationsDeveloping and implementing meal plansCoordinating operations during service hoursAssigning tasks and supporting the kitchen team

• Inventory Management & Quality: Ordering goods, receiving goods, and monitoring inventory levels; economical and responsible handling of food and goods; monitoring quality and freshness; compliance with all hygiene, quality, and safety standards

• Completed training as a chef

• Several years of professional experience in the kitchen—ideally in a position of responsibility

• Excellent German language skills are required

• An independent and structured approach to work

• Organizational skills and a sense of responsibility

• High standards of quality and hygiene

• Economic Thinking and Careful Use of Food

• Team spirit, reliability, and flexibility

• Reliability even during peak service periods

• A willingness to take on responsibility while actively contributing

• Seasonal position for several summer and winter seasons

• 5.5–6 days/week | 44–48 hours | Part-time shifts (breakfast & dinner) The exact work hours will be determined based on operational needs and the work schedule.*

• Work amidst the breathtaking mountain scenery of Saalbach-Hinterglemm

• A position of responsibility with a great deal of autonomy

• Opportunity to actively help shape processes and the menu

• Employee room or apartment

  • You don't need employee housing? Then we'll of course take that into account when determining your compensation.

• Employee Meals

• Saalbach Team Card: Free Admission & Discounts in Saalbach & the Surrounding Area

• Free E-Bike Rentals This Summer

• Underground parking space at the hotel + parking space at the lodging

• Fair pay based on experience and qualifications

• 13th and 14th Month's Salary (Vacation Pay & Christmas Bonus)

*Employment contract based on 40 hours per week, 5 days a week. Digital time tracking—actual overtime and extra hours worked are calculated and paid monthly

We are not an anonymous, large corporation. Here, we know each other, support one another, and work together—not just side by side.

For us, especially in the kitchen, this means taking responsibility, working independently, and working together to ensure that quality and processes are up to standard.

Our corporate language is German—we place great importance on clear communication, collaboration, and a positive team atmosphere.

Enjoy the mountains—and join our team!We look forward to receiving your application and, hopefully, meeting you in person soon.

The Troadkastn Restaurant in Saalbach is the restaurant at the AlpenParks Sonnleiten in Saalbach and is known for its quality, regional cuisine, and personalized service.

As a full-service establishment with an à la carte restaurant, bar, and hotel, we operate with clear procedures and a motivated, well-coordinated team.

Join our team—we look forward to receiving your application!

Contact: Lukas Gerns📧 Subject: Application for Head Chef / Sole Chef