Junior Sous-Chef (m/f/d)

Hello to the Salzburg region!

On a high plateau at an altitude of 902 metres, not far from the cool city of Salzburg, we’re looking to build a team at the Werfenweng mountain resort where all sorts of people and personalities can find their place. We want to be the best at what we do. We’re also happy to break new ground! #worknewways

We prefer to talk to each other and our guests as equals. We offer you a platform where you can and should be yourself!

Always with a shared desire and goal: to make everyone here at the mountain resort – team, guests and customers – feel at home and welcome! #closetonature #farfromordinary


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Our provisions for you

Are you looking for more than just a job as a junior sous-chef (m/f/d)? With us, you’ll get the security you need, the flexibility you want, and the recognition you deserve:

  • A full-time position with 14 monthly salaries
  • The minimum gross monthly salary for this position, as set out in the collective agreement, is EUR 2,821 (based on a 45-hour week). A higher salary is expressly provided for, depending on your qualifications and professional experience.
  • Free meals in the morning, at lunchtime and in the evening (including on days off), as well as free use of our gym
  • 26 days’ annual leave
  • Travel benefits, F&B and spa discounts at all our hotels, as well as discounts with other partners
  • Opportunities for further training and professional development within the group in Germany, Austria and Italy, as well as free support and coaching services for both work and personal life via voiio
  • Bonuses for swapping shifts within your own hotel, assisting at another property, for referrals and various service anniversaries
  • Provision of affordable accommodation
Your contribution to your guests’ enjoyment
  • Acting as deputy to the sous-chef and head chef in their absence; organising daily kitchen operations

  • Independently managing a station in the kitchen and supporting the team across all stations as required

  • Preparing and plating up dishes for à la carte service, set menus, buffets and banquets

  • Monitoring and enforcing HACCP standards, food safety, and hygiene and quality requirements

  • Contributing to the creation of menus, daily specials and seasonal offerings

  • Monitoring food costs, carrying out stock-takes and ensuring food is stored correctly

  • Training, guiding and motivating new staff

With us, you’ll reach new heights
  • Completed vocational training or a qualification from a hotel management college
  • You already have professional experience in a similar role or are ready to take the next step up the career ladder
  • You enjoy your work
  • You are familiar with hygiene and HACCP requirements
  • You’ll be fully committed to a new, young, creative and motivated kitchen team
  • You are a reliable and flexible team member, responsible and set a good example
  • Ability to work as part of a team and a passion for your work
  • Leadership skills and a strong commitment to quality
  • A creative and dedicated approach to work
Do not hesitate
Your career contact
Do you have individual questions that you couldn't find answers to in the FAQs? Our contact persons will be happy to help you.

Does that sound like your new job? Then apply now to join us as a Junior Sous Chef (m/f/d)!

aja Bergresort Werfenweng
Weng 195–198
5453 Werfenweng
Ms Hannelore Huttegger
HR/Hotel Administration 
+43 (0)6466 391-512
h.huttegger@aja.at
www.aja.de