Waitstaff / Servers, Restaurant Aihki, Pyhätunturi, Lapland, Finland

Join our award-winning team at Restaurant Aihki in Finnish Lapland

We're looking for passionate and skilled waitstaff to join Restaurant Aihki, part of Sunday Morning Resort in Pyhä, Finnish Lapland.

Restaurant Aihki is renowned for its modern Nordic-Scandinavian cuisine, where pure local ingredients take centre stage. Our restaurant has twice been recognised among Finland's Best Restaurants by Kauppalehti Optio (2022 & 2023, score 16+).

At Aihki, sustainability, locally sourced ingredients and contemporary Nordic gastronomy come together to create unforgettable dining experiences for our guests.

This position is perfect for someone who genuinely enjoys hospitality, appreciates exceptional food and wants to be part of an atmospheric, high-quality restaurant where the flavours of Lapland are the true stars of every menu.

Your responsibilities

• Welcome and serve guests with genuine warmth and professionalism during breakfast, lunch and dinner

• Present our dishes and beverages while sharing the stories behind the ingredients and our culinary philosophy

• Deliver attentive and seamless table service, particularly during dinner service

• Prepare and close the restaurant before and after service

• Manage reservations and collaborate closely with the kitchen and reception teams to ensure a smooth guest experience

• Recommend and upsell wines, beverages and seasonal tasting menus when appropriate

• Maintain the cleanliness, organisation and presentation of the restaurant

We're looking for someone who has

• Hospitality education or previous restaurant experience, ideally in fine dining or a high-quality à la carte environment

• A genuine passion for exceptional food, Nordic cuisine and outstanding hospitality

• Excellent communication skills and a warm, positive attitude

• Fluent English; Finnish is a significant advantage as we also welcome many domestic guests. Additional languages are highly appreciated.

• A proactive and flexible approach, with the ability to remain calm and professional during busy services

• A genuine desire to create memorable dining experiences for every guest

• A valid Hygiene Passport and Alcohol Serving Licence

What we offer

• Friendly colleagues and an inspiring workplace surrounded by the breathtaking landscapes of Finnish Lapland

• The opportunity to work in one of Lapland's leading restaurants, renowned for its modern Nordic cuisine

• A varied and rewarding role where you can develop your hospitality and service skills

• An excellent location close to Pyhä Ski Resort and the services of Pyhä village

• Affordable staff accommodation, if required

• Comprehensive occupational healthcare

• 2 shared company ski passes for Pyhä Ski Resort, available for employees who enjoy skiing.

• Training and team days at the beginning and end of each season

• The opportunity to work in a company certified with the Sustainable Travel Finland label

• Salary according to the Finnish Hospitality Collective Agreement (Marava TES), based on your experience and qualifications

About Restaurant Aihki

Restaurant Aihki celebrates modern Nordic cuisine inspired by the nature of Finnish Lapland.

We create memorable dining experiences using carefully selected local ingredients while respecting the surrounding Arctic nature. Alongside traditional Lapland flavours, our menus embrace contemporary Scandinavian influences, creating dishes with a story to tell.

Throughout the season we organise special theme evenings and guest chef events, offering our team the opportunity to participate in unique culinary experiences beyond everyday restaurant service.

Take a look at our Instagram @restaurantaihki to see some of our previous events and experiences.

Restaurant Aihki is part of Sunday Morning Resort, a boutique lakeside resort offering personalised hospitality and unforgettable experiences in the heart of Pyhä-Luosto National Park. Together with Parkside Pyhä holiday apartments, our sustainable activities and fine dining experiences, we create authentic Lapland holidays for guests from around the world.

Learn more: sundaymorning.fi/restaurant-aihki

Interested?

Send your application with the subject:

Waitstaff - Restaurant Aihki / [Your Name]

Please include:

• Your CV

• Your salary expectation

Feel free to tell us about your previous experience, why this position interests you and what you hope to achieve in your career. We review applications as they arrive, so we encourage you to apply early.

Applications & enquiries:

• rekry@sundaymorning.fi

• www.sundaymorning.fi