Head Chef Wanted for New Waterfront Seafood Restaurant in Bodø

Head Chef – Sjøbaren, Bodø

Opening January 2026

Sjøbaren is now looking for an experienced and ambitious Head Chef to lead the kitchen at Bodø’s new seafood restaurant. This is a rare opportunity to build and shape a kitchen from day one in a brand-new concept, located directly on the waterfront in Ramsalt.

About the role

As Head Chef, you will have full responsibility for the kitchen’s daily operations, quality standards, and menu development. You will be a key contributor to the overall concept and an important leader in building a strong, motivated kitchen team.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Leading and developing the kitchen team
• Overall responsibility for kitchen operations and structure
• Menu creation and development with a strong focus on seafood
• Ensuring high quality, consistency, and professional standards
• Working closely with ownership to build a sustainable and well-functioning operation

We are looking for someone who:

• Has experience as a Head Chef or an experienced Sous Chef ready for the next step
• Demonstrates strong culinary skills and professional standards
• Values structure, quality, and consistency
• Enjoys leading, motivating, and developing people
• Is motivated by the opportunity to build something new from the ground up
• Has good experience with seafood
• Speaks English fluently, speaking Norwegian is a big plus

This role is ideal for a chef who wants real influence and ownership in a new restaurant, rather than stepping into an already established operation.

About Sjøbaren

Sjøbaren opens in January 2026 on the quay at Ramsalt, in the current premises of Txaba. It will be Bodø’s only fully dedicated seafood restaurant, with a clear focus on fresh ingredients sourced directly from the surrounding sea.

Our ambition is to create a restaurant with high quality, a strong and clear concept, and a positive working environment. We aim to offer guests a professional yet relaxed experience centered around seafood, wine, and cocktails, right in the heart of Bodø.

Ready to join us?

We would love to hear from you. Click on the “Apply Now” button, or send us an e-mail to paul@utelivpartner.no Mark the subject “Head Chef Sjøbaren”. We look forward to hearing from you!