Kota Chef – Traditional Finnish Campfire Cooking

Location: Levi, Finnish Lapland, with occasional duties in Rovaniemi

Contract period: 01.11.2026 – 31.03.2027

Working mode: Part-time, approximately 20–30 hours per week, with daytime and evening shifts

Contract type: Fixed-term seasonal employment or self-employed contractor arrangement

We are looking for an experienced Kota Chef to prepare and serve traditional Finnish food at our outdoor venues in Levi and Rovaniemi, including wooden kotas, snow igloos and Arctic wilderness camps.

This position is ideal for someone who enjoys cooking over an open fire, welcoming international guests and sharing Finnish food traditions. Part-time working hours also offer a great opportunity to enjoy skiing and outdoor winter activities in Lapland.

Main responsibilities

• Prepare soups, berry jams, pancake batter and other simple dishes in our company kitchen.

• Cook and serve Finnish pancakes (lettu), warm squeaky cheese (leipäjuusto) and grilled sausages over an open fire.

• Prepare traditional campfire coffee and pot-brewed tea.

• Welcome guests,      introduce Finnish dishes and create a warm, friendly atmosphere.

• Set up cooking and serving areas for groups of approximately 10–20 guests.

• Manage food supplies,      storage, hygiene and cleaning at the kitchen and outdoor venues.

Ideal profile

• Previous practical experience cooking over an open fire in a Finnish kota is required.

• Experience in hospitality, catering or customer service.

• A valid Finnish Hygiene Passport (Hygieniapassi).

• Good conversational English; Finnish and other languages are an advantage.

• Category B driving licence and willingness to drive company vehicles.

• Friendly, reliable and comfortable working independently in outdoor winter conditions.