Passion & Leadership: Sous Chef at Urban Italian Group
Do you have what it takes to be the indispensable right-hand in one of Scandinavia’s most innovative hospitality groups? Urban Italian Group is seeking a passionate Sous Chef to support our Head Chef, lead our kitchen brigade and help create unforgettable dining experiences.
About Us
Urban Italian Group is the creative's behind the popular Basta casual dining concept and the sophisticated Florentine brand. With 11 restaurants across Sweden and Spain, we serve authentic Italian hospitality to over 3,000 guests daily. Our diverse team of 500 culinary professionals from 53 nationalities is as dynamic as our menu – blending passion, innovation, and a love for great food.
Our portfolio includes several distinct restaurant concepts:
Basta is our casual dining brand, focused on delivering high-quality guest experiences in beautifully designed environments with strong value for the guest. The concept is suitable for the everyday experience, all from family’s to date nights. Basta have today 10 established restaurants across Sweden.
Florentine is an more upscale trattoria than Basta, offering refined relaxed luxury experiences in glamorous settings inspired by 70’s italy. Today Florentine is established in Stockholm, Marbella and soon also in Madrid.
Trattoria Giorgio’s is a new multi-unit Italian concept launched in late 2025, this is our local neighborhood version of an Italian restaurant. The single unit is today located in Östermalm, Stockholm.
Lola Maria, is our first Spanish concept, and is our love letter to the Andalusia region. The concept is focusing on social dining with tapas, quality wines and creative cocktails.
In May 2026, we will also open our new concept Villa Valentina in Slussen, Stockholm. This will be a modern Spanish farmhouse restaurant inspired by Mediterranean warmth and community around food. The location is seen as the best restaurant spot in Sweden, and is our biggest establishment in Stockholm so far.
Growth & Expansion
We are in an exciting phase of growth. Basta is expanding towards 18 locations in Sweden by 2030, while Florentine continues its international journey with openings in Madrid, Berlin and Oslo. Apart from this we expanding the UIG portfolio with more unique concept.
Your Role
As our Sous Chef, you are the essential support to our Head Chef, ensuring seamless and inspired kitchen operations. In this role, you'll:
Collaborate & Innovate: Work closely with our Head Chef to craft and execute innovative menus.
Lead by Example: Supervise and motivate the brigade, leading by example to maintain excellence.
Uphold Quality: Oversee food quality, cost control, and kitchen food safety, ensuring every dish reflects our high standards.
Drive Culinary Excellence: Bring your expertise in Italian cuisine to elevate our offerings and sustain our signature flavors.
Drive Operational Excellence: Leverage your Italian cuisine expertise to streamline processes, ensure consistency, and provide decisive leadership for our team.
What We Offer
Joining Urban Italian Group means becoming part of a vibrant, forward-thinking family where creativity meets collaboration:
Growth & Vision: Be at the forefront of developing one of Scandinavia’s fastest-growing hospitality brands.
Leadership Impact: Inspire and influence a dynamic team, leaving your mark on operations across multiple brands.
Competitive Rewards: Enjoy a market-leading salary paired with performance-based bonuses.
Professional Development: Access resources and training designed to elevate your culinary and leadership expertise.
A Strong and Supportive Foundation: With our dedicated team behind you, cultivate a positive and thriving kitchen environment.
How to Apply
Ready to elevate your culinary career as our next Sous Chef? Send us your CV and a brief cover letter detailing your experience, creative vision, and why you’re the perfect fit for Urban Italian Group. We can’t wait to explore the possibilities with you!
Embrace the challenge, support your team, and let’s cook up something extraordinary together!