Deputy Head of Kitchen 100%

Senevita AG

Zollikofen BE

Key information

Publication date:14 January 2026
Workload:100%
Place of work:Zollikofen BE

Job summary

Senevita is a leading provider of integrated elderly services. Join a supportive team with great benefits!

Tasks

Assist in seasonal meal planning and manage procurement.
Oversee daily menu creation for the restaurant and care department.
Support the kitchen chef in developing seasonal à-la-carte options.

Skills

Completed culinary training with experience in large kitchens.
Leadership experience in a team environment is essential.
Creativity and initiative in cooking and presentation are required.

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Senevita is the largest integrated provider of services for the elderly and employs around 4,300 staff. Outpatient and inpatient services seamlessly merge. While the Senevita locations stand for independent assisted living and comprehensive care, Senevita Casa is the leading provider of private home care services throughout Switzerland.For Senevita Bernerrose in Zollikofen we are looking immediately or by arrangement for a Deputy Head of Kitchen 100%

Deputy Head of Kitchen 100%

Your Tasks

Co-responsibility for seasonal and market-fresh meal planning including organization of purchasing
Co-development of the daily menu planning for the restaurant, the care department and the staff
Development of the seasonal à la carte menu with the head chef
Co-responsibility for all diets and special preparations
Co-responsibility for the efficient organization of processes within the kitchen
Guidance and control of staff in the design/portioning of meals
Acceptance and inspection of all goods deliveries in the kitchen area
Proper storage of all items
Management of the kitchen storerooms
Continuous adjustment and further development of the area and the overall operation in cooperation with the head chef
Representation of the head chef during their absence
Compliance with the hygiene concept and its implementation in the kitchen
Co-leading the kitchen team
Training of staff
Co-responsibility for the training and supervision of apprentices
Motivation of the kitchen staff
Discussion of personnel and organizational matters with the head chef

What You Bring

Completed professional training as a cook
Ideally training as a diet cook
Experience in a large kitchen in a hotel-like operation
Leadership experience at team level
Independent, responsible action
Initiative and creativity in cooking and plating

We Offer You

Extensive training opportunities at the Senevita Academy, can be attended free of charge
Unique culture and various generous employee events
Discounted meals in the in-house gastronomy
Various discounts (fuel, supplementary insurance, fitness, pharmacy, etc.)
Good social benefits and at least 5 weeks of vacation (6 weeks from age 50, 7 weeks from age 60)

Does this position appeal to you? We look forward to your online application.If you have any questions, the following specialists will be happy to assist you by phone.