Deputy Head Chef 80-100% (fixed-term until 31.12.2026)

About the job

Impact a better future! Contribute to fulfilling our mission in the field of migration with commitment and professionalism. At ORS, we accompany refugees from their arrival in Europe to their integration into the local community. Neutral, flexible and mindful – values that guide us in our work and form the basis for the positive difference we achieve together.

ORS operates in Switzerland, Germany, Austria and Italy and is part of the Serco Group, an international provider of public services. Our mission focuses on the care and integration of asylum seekers and refugees. With employees from over 100 nations, we promote diversity and cohesion. Quality and responsible action are our top priorities.

As a partner of the federal government, cantons and municipalities, we offer you the opportunity to engage in a socially relevant field.


To complement our team at the BAZ Basel centre, we are looking immediately or by arrangement for a Deputy Head Chef 80-100% (fixed-term until 31.12.2026).

Your Responsibilities

• Support the head chef to ensure orderly daily operations and compliance with operational procedures and prescribed processes
• Assist in the correct preparation of meals and the management of the kitchen team
• Monitor hygiene and safety regulations according to HACCP
• Check work-related standards and values as well as the use of the correct work equipment
• Assist with correct ordering and storage of goods
• Coordinate staff allocation and manage/update time management
• Support the professional leadership of the subordinate team
• Supervise employees and partners in accordance with applicable guidelines and requirements: mycode, regulations, ORS values
• Take on further responsibilities as directed by kitchen management

Your Profile

• Secondary level II: Federal VET Diploma (EFZ)
• 2 to 3 years of relevant professional experience
• Experience in work pedagogy
• HACCP theory and practical implementation
• Basic and user knowledge of MS Office applications
• German | spoken: B2 | written: B2
• French | spoken: B1 | written: B1
• English | spoken: B1 | written: B1

You are proactive and fully committed to the tasks entrusted to you. Your strengths include flexibility, independent working and a healthy assertiveness. High work quality and a consistent service and customer-oriented mindset are a matter of course for you. You communicate skilfully and your positive attitude to life is motivating, facilitates your access to people and promotes collaboration. Advisory and strong social skills as well as confident demeanour complete your profile.

What We Offer You

• You can expect a varied, fulfilling role in a multicultural, dynamic environment
• You benefit from a wide range of training and further education programmes
• We are committed to pay equity and are proud of our Fair-ON-Pay-Advanced certification
• We offer the possibility to take unpaid leave or purchase additional holiday days