Newly graduated chef sought for a 12-month intensive development program at a catering company near Copenhagen Airport

Do you want to become part of a team where your work really matters, and where all efforts can help you grow?

Then this job with us could be just what you're looking for.

Mission

At Newrest we move forward thanks to those who get involved, take risks and are eager to develop. Join a dynamic team with an entrepreneurial and sporty mindset, where decisions are made quickly without fear of failure. At Newrest everyone contributes to the group's growth. Here practical experience matters, even the CEO pushes trolleys.

About Newrest

Newrest, expert in out-of-home catering and facilities management, is one of the world leaders in multisector catering. Driven by a groundbreaking "Unlimited" spirit, the group operates in 53 countries with 60,000 employees.

Our services cover a broad range of areas: in-flight catering, buy-on-board, onboard duty-free, concession catering, remote locations and facilities management services, rail catering, airport and motorway kiosks.

Newrest is more than just a company, it represents a true family, where 97% of the capital is owned by over 700 employees.

Our Danish activities

Number of employees: 375

Main activities: onboard service

Key clients: 1 (SAS)

Relevant information: Start as soon as possible

Our graduate program is a fast-track 12-month program designed to support young talents with high potential in developing their skills and taking on responsibility.

As a true career accelerator, our graduate program combines hands-on operational experience, structured competency development and close support (mentorship, HR follow-up, regular feedback). Graduates are fully engaged in core business challenges and actively contribute to high-value projects.

Your role

Culinary and support

· Develop new menus and recipes in line with customer needs and specific requirements

· Sourcing new products in collaboration with the procurement department.

· Supervision of production techniques, including preparation and cooking

· Monitor and ensure compliance with operating procedures and quality standards

· Monitor production across all units and implement corrective action plans when necessary

· Share expertise and provide training to kitchen staff

· Ensure compliance with hygiene and food safety regulations and promote compliance among teams

· Lead and coordinate teams responsible for recipe development and production

Management

· Conduct internal audits and quality checks (food testing) to ensure correct execution of the menu, including product quality and portion sizes.

· Monitor costs associated with recipe preparation and production

Commercial activities

· Maintain strong business relationships with customers

· Participate in customer presentations in collaboration with the commercial team

· Anticipate customers' needs and propose menus that meet their expectations and requirements

· Prepare and provide the necessary information and documentation to ensure the successful execution of the menus.

You will report to the Head of Menu Design and Procurement in Scandinavia.

Key competences

· Fresh graduate as a chef or with another culinary background such as catering, hospitality or similar or:

· Trained in Health and Nutrition (i.e. 'Professional Bachelor'), clinical dietitian, food science, etc.

· Open and eager to learn

· Flexible and able to adapt to changing situations

· Strong verbal communication skills in English (mandatory) and preferably Danish.

· IT and technical flair

· Knowledge of food safety standards and hygiene protocols

· Strong problem-solving and organizational abilities

· A positive and can-do attitude

· Ability to lead and collaborate constructively with a wide range of stakeholders

· Analytical skills.

· Residence in Denmark or Sweden

· Must be able to operate in English in writing and speech

Profile

What you should know before applying

Versatility is the key, even in support functions

A strong corporate DNA based on commitment, responsibility and teamwork

A dynamic, international environment that is constantly evolving

Double-digit growth since 2020

€3.4 billion in revenue (2024/2025)

Development of Industry 4.0: Digital Factory: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2fq_qXf7WFo

Internal ERP system: Winrest

A graduate program that develops young talents

Managing the entire value chain: from raw material procurement to delivery on the runway

Over 2 million meals served daily

Group news available here: https://media.newrest.eu/

So if you want to be part of a team that values your motivation as much as your potential... send us your application and come build your success with us!

If you have questions, please contact Morten Ottesen at [email protected]

There will be some travel activity in the job, mainly in Scandinavia.