Are you ready to take the lead in one of Amsterdam's most unique venues? Located in a historic building that breathes local history, this restobar and event space is looking for a visionary Head Chef. You will be the driving force behind our worldly menu, catering to everything from early breakfast lovers to late-night dancers. If you thrive in a high-energy environment where food, music, and culture intersect, this is your chance to shine and put your culinary mark on the Amsterdam scene.
Your tasks?
- Leading and inspiring the kitchen team to deliver excellence every day
- Designing and innovating the menu with international influences
- Managing kitchen margins, food waste, and staff scheduling
- Ensuring all dishes meet our high standards of quality and consistency
- Maintaining strict compliance with HACCP and safety regulations
Who are you?
You are a natural leader with a passion for diverse cuisines and a positive, can-do mindset. You excel at bringing structure to a busy kitchen and you have a sharp eye for both culinary detail and financial performance. Managing a team comes naturally to you, and you know how to keep people motivated during peak hours. You are flexible, creative, and feel right at home in a worldly, inclusive environment where culture and hospitality go hand in hand.
What we offer- A competitive salary between € 3.000 and € 4.000 gross per month
- Great tips and additional growth opportunities within the company
- Creative freedom to develop your own signature dishes and menu style
- A full-time position in a bustling, iconic Amsterdam location
- Commuting allowance for your travel to the heart of Amsterdam
- 8 percent holiday allowance and a solid pension plan
- Free meals during shifts and legendary team drinks after work
- A chance to be part of an ambitious team building a cultural legacy
- Proven experience in a similar leadership role within a professional kitchen
- A culinary degree or extensive high-level cooking experience
- Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage food costs
- Preferably in possession of an SVH diploma or equivalent safety certificate
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Status Open Education Level Middelbare school, MBO, HBO Location Amsterdam Working hours per week 38 - 40 Type of Contract Fulltime (startersfunctie), Fulltime (ervaren), Tijdelijke fulltime baan Salary indication Tussen €3.000 en €4.000 Per maand Responsible for Leading the kitchen operations and culinary innovation within a vibrant, multi-functional cultural hotspot. Published at 02-02-2026€3000 - €4000 per maand