Head Chef

If you're passionate about gastronomy and leadership and wish to be a part of a dedicated team, we have the right position for you! 

Madklubben Catering is seeking a skilled and experienced Head Chef who can lead and contribute to our daily Canteen operation at our customer VML MAP (approx. 400 guests). In the role of Head Chef, you'll be expected to take full responsibility for the canteen operation and elevate our lunch service to new heights with the full support of the kitchen team. As the Head Chef, you will be the driving force behind our kitchen operations.

Your future tasks

  • Ensure the lunch menu every day meets the highest standards of quality and consistency to ensure the guests at VML MAP will receive a unique lunch experience on a daily basis 
  • Manage staff costs and purchasing withing the agreed budget.  
  • Development of dishes, recipes, and adding recipes to the recipe system. 
  • Compliance with food and safety regulations and maintaining quality and cleanliness in the kitchen. 
  • Daily floor management, including optimizing the schedule, approving shifts, and correct registration.


    Daily Leadership – We Are Nothing Without Our Employees
  • Motivate, and develop the kitchen team, this by fostering a positive work environment where you lead by example and ensuring clear communication among the team members. 

  • Ensuring good communication in the kitchen and positively guiding employees. 

About You 

  • Passion for food and gastronomy  
  • Strong leadership and communication skills
  • Eager to learn more and always ready to face whatever challenges come your way head on
  • Minimum 3-5 years of experience of similar positions 

We offer

You become part of a team where camaraderie is paramount, and high spirits and talents are valued. 

You become part of the Madklubben family with two lunch programs, several canteens, and over 40 restaurants, where you'll find a strong support network to help you become even more skilled and successful, as well as a range of social activities across the group. 

A good salary that matches your qualifications, as well as good staff benefits including visiting our restaurants with a discount. 

We also offer pension and health insurance. 

You will report to Culinary Canteen Manager, Victor Wågman, who is responsible for the overall Canteen Operations at Madklubben Catering.

Workplace: Glentevej 61, 2400 København NV 

Working hours: Weekdays between approximately 6 am to 2 pm 

Start: We have a position for you from 1th of August, but it is important for us to wait for the right person.  

If you have any questions about the position and would like to hear more, please contact Culinary Canteen Manager, Victor Wågman e-mail: victor@madklubben.dk 

We are looking forward to hearing from you! 

Om Madklubben catering

Madklubben Catering er den del af Madklubben, der står for frokostordninger, kantinedrift og nytårsmenuer. Produkterne er fordelt på de to brands: Madklubben og .506, hvor størstedelen produceres fra det centrale produktionskøkken i Herlev. Her sidder administrationen også. Derudover har vi personale på ca. 10 kantiner beliggende med lokation i primært København og Hillerød. 

Job title
Køkkenchef