ZBC is seeking a maternity leave substitute for Food Halls in Ringsted and Holbæk

Do you want to be part of a kitchen where quality, professionalism and learning go hand in hand?

We are seeking a skilled and engaged maternity leave replacement for our Food Halls in Ringsted and Holbæk for the period February 1, 2027 to June 30, 2027.

With us we cook from scratch every day for students, trainees, staff and guests. At the same time, the kitchens are active learning environments, where students participate in daily production, and where you as a professional help set direction, standards and create good learning conditions.

About the job

You will become part of a committed team where collaboration, quality and good craftsmanship are in focus.

The position is split between our Food Halls in Ringsted and Holbæk. As a starting point you will have three working days per week in Ringsted and two working days per week in Holbæk.

Your tasks will include

• Production of cold and hot dishes from scratch
• Participation in the daily operation of the Food Halls
• Contributing to events and special activities
• Contribution to menu development and optimization of workflows
• Collaboration with and support for students in their learning and development
• Ensuring high quality, good use of raw materials and great guest experiences

You will work across the functions of the kitchens and have the opportunity to influence both quality and working processes.

About you

We imagine that you

• Have a completed vocational certificate as cook, caterer, butcher or nutrition assistant
• Have a driving license (category B)
• Have experience from a kitchen and are passionate about good craftsmanship
• Work in a structured way and maintain an overview – even when busy
• Are reliable, flexible and a good team player
• Want to work in a kitchen with students and contribute to their development

We offer...

A workplace with a kitchen at a high professional level, where you become part of a strong community with skilled and engaged colleagues.

With us, well-being, integrity and job satisfaction are in focus, and you get the opportunity to take responsibility and influence your daily life.

We work with sustainability, seasonal ingredients and food made from scratch, and you become part of a meaningful working environment where you make a difference every day for both guests and students.

Background for Food Halls

Since August 2017, ZBC has operated the "Food Halls" concept in Roskilde, Køge, Ringsted, Slagelse, Næstved and Holbæk.

The purpose of Food Halls is to create modern learning environments where high quality, sustainability and student involvement go hand in hand.

Since its start, the concept has raised the quality of what is produced in the individual Food Halls, while students are actively involved in production. It provides a more realistic and motivating learning experience.

Employment

The employment is full-time with expected start on February 1, 2027 or as soon as possible.

The normal working hours are 06:30–14:00 on weekdays. There is one weekly evening shift at the school home in Ringsted with working hours until 18:30. In addition, some weekend events and occasional later evenings may be expected for special activities and events.

Employment is in accordance with the agreement between the State and 3F, NNF or the Association for Catering and Nutrition (depending on your educational background).

The employment area is ZBC with primary workplace at Ahorn Alle 3, 4100, and secondary workplace at Slotshaven 3, 4300 Holbæk.

As an educational institution, we will obtain a child safeguarding check in connection with a potential appointment.

Application

If the above has sparked your interest? Then click the "Apply for the job" button at the bottom of the job posting and upload your application, CV and relevant educational certificates. We only accept applications via the link/form in the job posting.

We must have your application no later than December 1, 2026. Applications are not accepted after the application deadline.

Employment interviews are expected to be held in week 50, and we reserve the right to invite suitable candidates on an ongoing basis. A decision on hiring will be made only after the application deadline.

We encourage all qualified applicants, regardless of personal background, to apply. We weigh only qualifications and competencies.

If you have questions about the position or daily life in the kitchen, you are welcome to contact:

Peter Svane, Food Halls manager at ☎ 60131236 or ✉️ [email protected]

Lasse Kruuse, Area Manager Food Halls at ☎ 41721014 or ✉️ [email protected]

Who are we

At ZBC you will have over 1,000 colleagues. We have one of Denmark's broadest offerings of vocational educations, HHX, HTX and 10th grade. We have over 6,000 adult learners and schools in 8 towns across Zealand.

At ZBC we have a wide range of courses and continuing education for the business world. We are characterized by high quality and close collaboration with the business community for which we educate.

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