Cook

About the job

Become part of the opening team

Appenberg is located above Zäziwil in the Emmental and will be gradually reopened from spring 2027 after extensive renovation. The hotel village consists of several historic buildings and combines work, enjoyment and relaxation in one place.

The hotel village has 48 hotel rooms, 16 seminar and workshop rooms of various sizes, as well as several banquet and event rooms. The gastronomy includes a restaurant, two halls, a garden terrace, a bar and other meeting places with a total of around 240 seats.

Appenberg sees itself as a place where people come together, work with focus, gain new perspectives and consciously take time to rest in between.

In the midst of the Emmental rolling hills, a hotel village with history is emerging, offering space for genuine encounters, inspiration and simple moments in nature.

With the reopening, not only a place for guests is created, but also a new business. Teams, processes and structures are being established. Those who join us can help shape, take responsibility and influence Appenberg from the very beginning.

Our kitchen

Our kitchen is traditionally rooted and at the same time open to new ideas. Regional and seasonal are a given for us. We focus on simple products and turn them into dishes with character. We are neither a gourmet restaurant nor a traditional country inn, but a contemporary Emmental restaurant with a clear signature.

Your task

You work as a cook in the daily kitchen operations and are part of a team that takes quality, regionality and good craftsmanship seriously. You work early or late shifts, without room hours. Sundays are generally free, except for some special events.

What you are responsible for with us

• Operational participation in daily kitchen work
• Preparation of dishes for à la carte, seminars and banquets
• Mise en place and organisation of your station
• Compliance with quality, hygiene and safety standards
• Assistance with preparations for events and special formats
• Collaboration within the kitchen team as well as with service and event organisation

What is important to us

• Completed professional training as a cook with a federal certificate of competence (EFZ) or several years of experience
• Enjoyment of seasonal, regional and creative cuisine
• Clean, structured and reliable working style
• Team spirit and respectful interaction
• Willingness to work early or late shifts
• Interest in contributing ideas in a versatile business
• Conscious handling of food

What belongs with us

Active participation in the repositioning of Appenberg and its culture

Free drinks during working hours

Strong discount on the mobile subscription with Swisscom

Discount on selected insurance premiums with Mobiliar

Discounts in our gastronomy for you and up to five additional persons

Shared experiences such as team outings, shared meals or after-work drinks

Regular feedback and development discussions instead of a single annual review

How to apply

We do without a classic cover letter. Send us your CV, a few personal lines about yourself and your motivation to become part of the new Appenberg, as well as your salary expectations.

For the attention of
Flavia Bebi and Mario Bless
Co-Management Appenberg