Executive Head Chef - Basta & Lola Maria Malmö

About us!

Urban Italian Group is one of Europe's fastest-growing hospitality groups, bringing together distinctive restaurant brands, passionate people and memorable guest experiences. As we continue to grow, so do the opportunities for those who want to build their careers with us.

With a growing collection of restaurant brands, including Basta, Florentine, Trattoria Giorgio's, Lola Maria, and Villa Valentina, we're building something exciting across Europe.

The Role

The Executive Head Chef will take overall responsibility for the culinary performance of both restaurants, working closely with the Head Chefs and senior operational leaders.

Your impact will be seen in the consistency of every service, the development of the kitchen teams and the ability of both restaurants to perform at their best.

What you'll be doing

• Leading and supporting the Head Chefs and kitchen teams across both restaurants.

• Driving consistency in food quality, presentation, service execution and kitchen standards.

• Developing strong kitchen leaders through regular coaching, feedback and practical support.

• Managing food costs, labour, stock control and waste to improve profitability.

• Ensuring both kitchens are prepared, organised and properly staffed for busy services.

• Maintaining the highest standards of food safety, hygiene and compliance.

• Working closely with restaurant management and Group leadership on performance, recruitment and operational improvement.

You'll thrive in this role if you

• Strong experience as an Executive Head Chef, Executive Chef, Multi-Site Head Chef or similar.

• A proven background in high-volume, fast-paced restaurant kitchens.

• Experience leading more than one kitchen, venue or senior culinary team.

• Strong knowledge of food cost, labour planning, stock management and kitchen profitability.

• The ability to coach Head Chefs, develop teams and maintain accountability.

• A calm, visible and hands-on leadership style.

• A collaborative mindset and the confidence to work closely with both culinary and operational leaders.

Our Culture and Values

We believe we work with people, not food. Guided by our values of Trust, Inclusion, Passion and Excellence, we’re committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels welcome, valued and empowered to grow.

What do we offer?

• Be part of one of Europe’s fastest-growing hospitality groups.

• Build your career across multiple brands and countries.

• Work alongside talented people who genuinely love hospitality.

• International career opportunities.

• Referral bonus scheme.

• Shared accommodation (where applicable).

• Friends for life.

Sound like your kind of place?

If you are excited by joining us, we would love to hear from you. Bring your energy, personality and passion to UIG!

Urban Italian Group is committed to fair and inclusive recruitment. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds. If you need a reasonable adjustment at any stage of the selection process, please tell our Talent Acquisition Team.