Executive Chef

At DTU, we are a leading technical university globally recognized for the excellence of our research, education, innovation and scientific advice.

The Executive Chef - Food Innovation Researcher will support the R&D Chef in daily operations, training new users, and research & development for sustainability and the green transition.

This role is ideal for someone who is passionate about food and flavour, eager to help tackle some of the world's most pressing global challenges, and excited by the idea of working and learning at the intersection of science, cooking, sustainability, and food culture in a cutting-edge, interdisciplinary research environment.

• Assist the R&D Chef in daily Food Lab operations: maintenance, procurement, cleaning, etc.
• Train new and ongoing users in Food Lab best practices, basic culinary skills, and safe and effective usage of specialized equipment.
• Support the R&D Chef and other users of the Food Lab with their respective R&D projects around fermentation, upcycling, and umamification for the green transition.
• Depending on these other tasks, there may also be space for the Executive Chef - Food Innovation Researcher to pursue their own R&D activities, supervised by the R&D Chef.

• At least five years of experience working in professional kitchens.
• Professional culinary training is an asset, but not a must.
• Excellent communication, organizational, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills.
• Fluent in spoken and written English. Knowing some Danish is a plus but not mandatory.
• Basic IT literacy, eg. with Excel, online ordering systems, etc.

DTU is a leader in the field of technical research and education. Our research is focused on addressing some of the world's most pressing challenges, including sustainability, energy, and climate change.

• An engaging and rewarding job in an international, cutting-edge research environment.
• Ambitious colleagues from various disciplines.
• Opportunities for skills development and continuing education as part of the position, according to your career goals.