Guide to Denmark’s Culinary & Hospitality Traineeship

Launch your European career in Denmark’s world-renowned hospitality scene! This 18-month traineeship places you in Michelin-recognized kitchens or luxury hotels, where you’ll master Scandinavian culinary arts while earning a monthly stipend. We handle your traineeship visa, arrange affordable housing, and provide multilingual support – transforming your passion into a globally respected skillset!

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Overview

✅ Processing Time: ~3.5 months (visa guidance included).

✅ Eligible Applicants: Culinary students (ages 18–35) from Indonesia, Vietnam, Malaysia, Singapore.

✅ Program Duration: 18 months (structured training).

✅ Stipend:

Months 1–12: 14,055 DKK/month (≈€1,880)
Months 13–18: 14,562 DKK/month (≈€1,950)

✅ Accommodation: Shared flats (~2,300–2,500 DKK/month, employer-arranged).

✅ Perks:

Free Danish/English/German language support
EU-recognized certification
Schengen travel access

Key Requirements

Description

Roles: Commis Chef • Kitchen Assistant • Service Trainee
Locations: Copenhagen • Aarhus • Coastal resorts
Housing: Shared apartments near workplaces
Mentorship: Dedicated coordinator (speaks English/German/Danish/Indonesian)
Visa: Official Danish Traineeship Permit

Processing

Apply: Submit documents → We pre-approve in 72h
Interview: English assessment (B1 level required)
Visa Processing: ~3.5 months (we manage paperwork)
Pre-Departure:
- Housing contract finalized
- Free cultural orientation
Arrival:
- Airport pickup + local SIM
- Training site induction

Requirements

Enrollment: Active student in culinary/food science
Age: 18–35 years
Language: English B1 (interview assessment)
Documents: Academic transcripts + enrollment letter
Passion: Submit smiling photo + photos of dishes you’ve cooked

Documents

Passport scan (all pages)
Academic transcripts + enrollment letter
1 smiling portrait photo
3–5 photos of dishes you’ve prepared
Simple CV
No police certificate needed!

Key Responsibilities

Kitchen Training:
- Assist in preparing Nordic-inspired dishes
- Maintain Michelin-standard hygiene
- Manage inventory/storage
Service Excellence:
- Learn front-of-house operations
- Interact with international guests
- Assist in event planning
Skill Development:
- Attend workshops on Danish cuisine
- Master seasonal/local ingredient use

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