Cook (m/f/d)

𝗞𝗢𝗖𝗛/ 𝗞Ö𝗖𝗛𝗜𝗡 (m/w/d) for our family 𝗕𝗲𝗿𝗴𝗵𝗼𝘁𝗲𝗹

Your secluded spot overlooking Zell am See – Work with passion at 1,200 meters above sea level!

Do you love the mountains and traditional cuisine? 🏔️🌲🧑‍🍳

Join our small, close-knit team at the Berghotel Jaga-Alm in Zell am See! Using regional ingredients from our own farm and game, we create authentic Austrian dishes for hotel and à la carte guests—and we’re looking for you, an experienced chef who enjoys taking on responsibility! Regular working hours, no overtime, room and board included.

About us:

In a secluded location 1,200 meters above Zell am See, surrounded by stunning nature, with the best views, and situated right on the hiking trail, a close-knit team and a kitchen focused on local and homegrown products await you: meat from our own farm and game from the community hunt. We accommodate an average of about 80 guests, of whom approximately 25% are children who are served half-board. In the evenings, our hotel guests can enjoy a 5-course choice menu with a salad, appetizer, and dessert buffet, or various themed evenings with a buffet, such as Italian or Austrian nights or a barbecue buffet. In addition, we serve approximately 60–80 guests à la carte in our restaurant during the day. Our kitchen is open daily from 11:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., so the shift ends at 9:00 p.m.

𝗨𝗻𝘀𝗲𝗿 𝗞ü𝗰𝗵𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗮𝗺 𝗯𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗵𝘁 𝗮𝘂𝘀:

2x Cook (= 1x opening)

1x Pastry Chef

2x Kitchen assistants/dishwashers

Job Description:

● Assist with coordination and take responsibility in the kitchen

● Creative menu design with a focus on regional specialties (Austrian cuisine)

● Working with high-quality, regional ingredients—many of them sourced directly from our farm and local game

● Guest interaction in the open kitchen, where you can showcase your skills during one of our buffet evenings with “show cooking”

● Inspecting goods, checking deliveries, and storing products properly

● Compliance with HACCP hygiene regulations

𝗗𝗮𝘀 𝗯𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴𝘀𝘁 𝗱𝘂 𝗺𝗶𝘁:

● At least 3 years of professional experience in Austria

● Ability to work in a team, as well as taking initiative and working independently

● Passion for regional cuisine (home-style cooking)

● Desire for a family-like work environment

● A communicative nature and enjoyment of interacting with guests

● Well-groomed and clean appearance

● Language skills: German at least level B2, English at least level A2

𝗪𝗮𝘀 𝗱𝗶𝗰𝗵 𝗯𝗲𝗶 𝘂𝗻𝘀 𝗲𝗿𝘄𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗲𝘁:

● Spacious, modern, and open kitchen with direct interaction with guests

● Excellent work environment with many long-term employees

● A motivated, dynamic, and above all warm-hearted team (family) that works hand in hand and enjoys a well-deserved “after-work beer” together even after the shift ends

● Regular working hours, no overtime, fixed day off

● 5- or 6-day workweek, depending on preference

● Private, modern staff room right in the hotel with shower/toilet, flat-screen TV, and Wi-Fi

● Free meals (3 times a day, including on your day off) and non-alcoholic beverages

● Free use of hotel facilities (wellness area)

● Discounts for a wide range of recreational facilities in the region

𝗚𝗲𝗵𝗮𝗹𝘁:

For this key position, we offer a net salary in accordance with the collective bargaining agreement, with a clear willingness to pay above the standard rate, depending on qualifications and experience (starting at €2,400 for a 6-day workweek). Long-term collaboration spanning multiple seasons is preferred.

“PINZGAU – BONUS”: Do you live in the area and don’t need staff housing? Then you’ll receive an additional €200 per month from us as a travel allowance.

Interested?

Then don’t hesitate—send us your application materials, including your resume, photo, and references, to info@jaga-alm.at. We look forward to getting to know you and rocking the kitchen together!