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Basta & Lola Maria · Aker Brygge, Oslo

Build the team. Set the standards. Lead our Norwegian operations.

Urban Italian Group is coming to Aker Brygge with two full-scale restaurants: Basta, bringing Italian food and energy to the waterfront, and Lola Maria, with Spanish flavours and Andalusian influences. Basta opens in November 2026, followed by Lola Maria in January 2027.

This is a major investment and the beginning of a new chapter for the group in Norway. We’re looking for an Operations Manager who can take full ownership of the operation and build the team, culture and performance that will define it.

The role

You will have overall operational responsibility for Urban Italian Group in Norway, starting with Basta and Lola Maria at Aker Brygge.

The role requires someone equally confident with financial analysis and a busy restaurant floor. You understand what drives profitability, can identify what the numbers are telling you and turn that insight into better daily decisions. During service, you lead by example, support your team and know how to make guests feel looked after.

From recruitment and opening preparations to the routines that keep both restaurants performing, you will help build the operation from the ground up. Creating a strong culture is central to the role: choosing the right people, developing your managers and making expectations clear from day one.

What you’ll be doing

• Taking full responsibility for operational and financial performance across both restaurants.

• Leading opening preparations and establishing effective routines, responsibilities and service standards.

• Owning budgets, forecasts and performance reporting, with close control of staffing, purchasing, costs and margins.

• Analysing sales and operational data, identifying opportunities and following through on improvements.

• Recruiting, coaching and developing the management teams, giving them clear direction and accountability.

• Being actively present on the floor, guiding service and maintaining a close understanding of the guest experience.

• Building strong cooperation between kitchen, service and management across both concepts.

• Establishing a workplace where people feel supported, take responsibility and have pride in their work.

• Working closely with group leadership on the performance and development of the Norwegian operation.

You’ll thrive in this role if you

• Have substantial leadership experience in large, busy restaurant operations, ideally across multiple venues.

• Can demonstrate strong results in both commercial performance and team development.

• Have a thorough understanding of restaurant economics, including P&L, labour planning, forecasting and cost control.

• Bring structure and precision to administration, reporting and follow-up.

• Are an accomplished hospitality professional with a confident, natural presence on the floor.

• Have experience building teams and establishing culture; new-opening experience is particularly relevant.

• Set clear expectations, handle difficult conversations and help others become better leaders.

• Are ready to take ownership of a significant launch and the long-term operation that follows.

Our culture

Trust, Inclusion, Passion and Entrepreneurship guide Urban Italian Group. In this role, you will bring those values into everyday working life—from how people are welcomed and trained to how decisions are made and success is shared.

The opportunity

A senior leadership role with responsibility for UIG’s Norwegian operations, two distinct restaurant concepts and the opportunity to shape both businesses from the beginning.

You will work closely with group leadership and have a direct influence on the people, systems and standards behind this new venture.

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Join the team at one of Norway’s leading mountain destinations. Located directly on the slopes of Norefjell, Olympique brings four concepts together under one roof: an à la carte restaurant, lounge bar, pizzeria, and après-ski.

We’re looking for an experienced pizzaiolo to take full responsibility for our pizza kitchen, from preparation and service to stock control and cleaning. Our pizza combines Neapolitan and Roman styles. We currently source our dough externally, but are open to the right candidate developing and making their own.

Our lunch service is intense, with a high volume of orders between 12:00 and 15:00. You must be comfortable working efficiently under pressure while maintaining consistent quality.

The position

• Seasonal position: 20 December – mid-April

• Daytime pizza service every Saturday and daily during the Christmas, winter and Easter holidays

• Additional hours available in the à la carte kitchen, including preparation and other duties depending on your experience

• Flexible arrangement: stay at Norefjell for the season, or travel up for Saturdays and return to Oslo during the week outside holiday periods

• Subsidised staff housing available for both arrangements

• Very competitive salary

We’re looking for

• Extensive experience as a pizzaiolo in a high-volume kitchen

• The ability to take ownership of the pizza kitchen and organise preparation around busy services

• Consistent quality, speed and attention to detail

• A reliable, hands-on approach and good teamwork

• English language skills; a Scandinavian language is an advantage

Join the team at one of Norway’s leading mountain destinations. Located directly on the slopes of Norefjell, Olympique brings four concepts together under one roof: an à la carte restaurant, lounge bar, pizzeria, and après-ski.

As Bar Manager, you’ll be responsible for the bar operations across our à la carte restaurant and lounge, overseeing the day-to-day service and helping create a great experience for our guests.

The position

• Seasonal position: late November – mid-April

• Competitive salary

• Subsidised staff housing

• Full-time seasonal role

We’re looking for

• Previous experience as a bartender or bar manager

• Strong knowledge of bar operations and service

• A positive, hands-on approach and a passion for hospitality

Join the team at one of Norway’s leading mountain destinations. Located directly on the slopes of Norefjell, Olympique brings four concepts together under one roof: an à la carte restaurant, lounge bar, pizzeria, and après-ski.

As a waiter, you’ll be responsible for your own section in the à la carte restaurant, delivering attentive and professional service throughout the season.

The position

• Seasonal position: late November – mid-April

• Competitive salary

• Subsidised staff housing

• Full time seasonal job with overtime

We’re looking for

• Previous experience as a waiter

• Strong service skills and a positive attitude

• Scandinavian language skills are a big advantage

As a runner, you’ll be responsible for keeping the whole house tidy and clean at all times. This involves helping the waiters clear tables, tidying outside areas and putting furniture in the correct positions, seeing after decor elements and otherwise helping out where it is needed.

The position

• Seasonal PART TIME position: late November – mid-April, mainly Saturdays and school holidays

• Competitive salary

• Opportunity for a first job

We’re looking for

• Extroverted and detail oriented personality

• Strong service skills and a positive attitude

• Scandinavian language skills are a must

• Candidates of all ages are considered, but we prioritise applicants over 18