Chef

Dreaming of being a part of a hotel-opening in the heart of Copenhagen?

Locke Copenhagen is scheduled to open in early March 2026 and will be a key part of Copenhagen’s vibrant new district – Postbyen. Postbyen is a modern urban area in the heart of Copenhagen, located between the Central Station and Kalvebod Brygge. Locke Copenhagen will offer 234 stylish rooms spread across two iconic round towers, with rooms located up to 70 meters high, along with a signature restaurant, a buzzing cocktail bar, and a rooftop bar with stunning 360-degree views of the city and waterfront.

We're looking for a Chefs to join our team!

Start date: Latest 1 February 2026.

We open our doors on 2 March, which means that we would like the whole team to join us on-site one month earlier. This training period is a key part of bringing the hotel to life together; we will get to know the hotel, learn our systems, and build the foundation for a great opening. To give everyone the best possible start, this timeframe is fixed. 

The role

We’re looking for a skilled and reliable chef — someone who stays calm under pressure, works in a structured way, and has a strong eye for quality. You take pride in preparing great food, supporting a smooth service, and creating dishes that guests remember.

Reporting to the Head Chef and the F&B Manager, you’ll be an important part of the kitchen team and play a key role in delivering the Locke dining experience every day. You’ll bring consistency, energy, and craftsmanship to the kitchen, helping create the kind of meals guests want to come back for.

Key Responsibilities:

• Food Preparation & Cooking
  Prepare and cook high-quality dishes while following the brand’s recipes and standards.
• Menu Development
  Support the creation of new menu items and contribute to daily specials.
• Kitchen Organisation
  Keep the kitchen clean, always organised and running smoothly.
• Team Collaboration
  Work closely with the kitchen and front-of-house teams to ensure seamless operations.
• Food Safety & Hygiene
  Follow all food safety and hygiene standards consistently.

You’ll succeed in the above with:

• Proven experience as a Chef in a cafe/small restaurant or similar setting
• Proficiency in preparing a variety of dishes with attention to detail
• Knowledge of food safety regulations
• Ability to work well in a team environment
• Culinary qualifications are a plus

Values you’ll share with us:

• Courage to question, evolve and be human
• Curiosity and creativity in how you think and work
• Confidence to challenge convention and look for better ways to do and be
• Accountability and the desire to empower those around you

About edyn

Our vision is to create sanctuaries across European cities, which provide a sense of belonging to the free-thinking urbanite in all of us. Each of our brands – Locke, SACO and Cove – is firmly rooted in the local neighbourhood, offering vibrant experiences and connections which nourish and enliven the soul. To find out more about what it’s like to work at edyn, visit https://www.findingedyn.com/start-here-go-anywhere