Join our award-winning team at Restaurant Aihki
Restaurant Aihki is looking for a Head Waiter / Head Waitress to join our team for the winter season 2026–2027.
Located within Sunday Morning Resort in Pyhä, Finnish Lapland, Restaurant Aihki is known for its modern Nordic cuisine, where the finest local ingredients and authentic Lapland flavours take centre stage. Our restaurant has twice been recognised among Finland's Best Restaurants by Kauppalehti Optio (2022 & 2023).
If you are passionate about exceptional hospitality, enjoy leading people by example and thrive in a high-quality restaurant environment, we'd love to hear from you.
About the role
As Restaurant Supervisor, you will oversee the daily front-of-house operations and ensure every guest enjoys a seamless dining experience from breakfast to dinner service.
You will lead, motivate and support the service team while working closely with our Executive Chef, Sous Chef and the rest of the management team. Your focus is on operational excellence, service quality and creating memorable guest experiences.
This role combines hands-on service with leadership responsibilities, making it ideal for someone who enjoys both working with guests and developing a professional team.
Your responsibilities
- Lead the daily front-of-house operations
- Welcome and serve guests during breakfast, lunch and dinner with professionalism and genuine hospitality
- Supervise, coach and motivate the restaurant team
- Ensure smooth service and maximise guest satisfaction
- Support sales through attentive and personalised service
- Maintain the highest standards of food and beverage service
- Coordinate wine service and contribute to developing wine pairings and recommendations
- Manage the wine cellar and beverage inventory together with the kitchen and restaurant team
- Collaborate with the kitchen management on menus, events and guest experiences
- Maintain quality standards and work closely with the wider management team
We're looking for someone who has
- Previous leadership experience in a restaurant environment
- Experience in fine dining or high-quality à la carte service
- Outstanding customer service and communication skills
- The ability to stay organised and positive under pressure
- Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to adapt quickly
- Fluency in Finnish and English (additional languages are considered an advantage)
- Relevant hospitality education or equivalent experience
- A genuine interest in high-quality food, wines and exceptional service
- Valid Hygiene Passport and Alcohol Serving Licence (Anniskelupassi)
Above all, we're looking for someone who genuinely enjoys hospitality and takes pride in creating unforgettable guest experiences.
What we offer
- The opportunity to work in one of Finland's most acclaimed restaurants
- A unique workplace surrounded by the breathtaking landscapes of Pyhä-Luosto National Park
- A varied and responsible role with opportunities to influence and develop the restaurant
- A skilled, supportive and close-knit team
- Comprehensive onboarding before the season begins
- Staff accommodation available at an affordable rent
- Comprehensive occupational healthcare and employee benefits
- Complimentary ski passes during the winter season
- The opportunity to work for a company certified with Sustainable Travel Finland
- A workplace within walking distance of Pyhä Ski Resort and local services
- Salary according to the Finnish Hospitality Collective Agreement (Marava TES), based on your experience and qualifications
Employment details
Employment period: Late November / early December 2026 until the end of the winter season (March - April 2027)
Position: Full-time, seasonal
Location: Sunday Morning Resort, Pyhä-Luosto National Park, Finnish Lapland
About Restaurant Aihki
Restaurant Aihki celebrates modern Nordic cuisine inspired by the nature of Finnish Lapland.
We work with carefully selected local ingredients and create seasonal tasting experiences that combine traditional Lapland flavours with contemporary Scandinavian cooking. Every menu tells a story of the surrounding forests, lakes and fells.
Throughout the season we also organise special theme evenings, guest chef events and unique culinary experiences, giving our team the opportunity to participate in exciting projects beyond everyday restaurant service.
Restaurant Aihki is part of Sunday Morning Resort, a boutique lakeside resort offering premium accommodation, authentic Lapland experiences and sustainable hospitality in the heart of Pyhä-Luosto National Park.
Ready to join us?
Please send your application with the subject:
Head Waiter / Head Waitress for Restaurant Aihki / [Your Name]
Please include:
- Your CV
- Salary expectation
- A short introduction about yourself and why this position interests you
We review applications throughout the recruitment period, so we encourage you to apply early.