Are You the Head Chef Who Will Lead EGON Narvik?
EGON is coming to Narvik - and we are looking for an experienced, operational Head Chef to build and lead our kitchen from day one.
In fall 2026, EGON Narvik will open its doors at Thon Senter Narvik. This will be a brand-new restaurant in the heart of the city, offering everything from premium steaks and flavorful pasta dishes to fresh seafood, burgers, and our popular pizza buffet. Our ambition is to become the natural meeting place in Narvik - whether guests are shopping, meeting friends, enjoying a family dinner, celebrating special occasions, or picking up take away on the go.
We are now searching for the right Head Chef to build the kitchen team, establish strong routines, create a positive culture, and ensure excellent food quality and operations from the very beginning.
The Opportunity
This is a unique opportunity to join EGON before opening and play a key role in shaping one of Narvik's newest restaurant destinations. As Head Chef, you will be the senior leader of the kitchen and have full responsibility for its daily operation, financial performance, and team development. This is a hands-on leadership role where you lead by example and work closely with your team to deliver outstanding guest experiences.
Your Responsibilities
• Full operational responsibility for daily kitchen operations
• Ensuring consistent food quality and presentation standards
• HACCP compliance, food safety, and kitchen routines
• Cost control, inventory management, and financial performance
• Staff planning and scheduling
• Recruitment, onboarding, training, and development of kitchen employees
• Creating a positive, professional, and performance-driven kitchen culture
• Collaborating closely with the restaurant management team to achieve common goals
At EGON, we believe that great guest experiences start in the kitchen. We work with fresh, high-quality ingredients from trusted Norwegian suppliers. Sauces and dressings are prepared in-house using EGON's own recipes, and our kitchens play an important role in maintaining and developing the quality standards that have made EGON one of Norway's most successful restaurant concepts.
Professional Development
As a Head Chef at EGON, you become part of a large and ambitious organization with significant opportunities for professional and personal growth.
Throughout the year, EGON organizes national and regional leadership gatherings, concept training sessions, and workshops connected to new menu launches. These events focus on operational excellence, leadership development, knowledge sharing, and continuous improvement. We also provide valuable opportunities to build relationships and exchange experiences with other leaders across the EGON organization.
About EGON Narvik
Opening fall 2026 at Thon Senter Narvik, EGON Narvik will offer:
• A warm and informal atmosphere suitable for all occasions
• Lunch, dinner, celebrations, and casual gatherings
• Indoor dining and take away options
• EGON's popular pizza buffet
• Burgers, seafood, steaks, pasta dishes, and classic EGON favorites
Located in the heart of Narvik, the restaurant will combine shopping and dining in one convenient destination and serve both local residents and visitors to the region.
Who We Are Looking For
We are looking for a leader who:
• Has experience leading kitchen teams and delivering results
• Is operational, hands-on, and enjoys working alongside the team
• Thrives in a high-paced environment
• Is structured, reliable, and solution-oriented
• Takes pride in their profession and sets high standards
• Has strong leadership skills and can motivate others
• Understands both quality and profitability
• Is driven by creating great guest experiences through strong kitchen operations
Experience from larger restaurant concepts, hotels, or multi-unit operations is an advantage, but the most important factor is your ability to lead people, create structure, and deliver consistent results.
Why Join EGON Narvik?
• Opportunity to build a kitchen and team from the ground up
• Join one of Norway's strongest restaurant brands
• Significant responsibility and influence from day one
• Strong support network within the EGON organization
• Leadership development and career growth opportunities
• Be part of an exciting new restaurant opening in Narvik
If you are motivated by responsibility, leadership, operational excellence, and the opportunity to help build something new, we would love to hear from you.