Job description
As Head Chef at Royal98, you will lead our kitchen team to deliver exceptional food quality and presentation while ensuring smooth kitchen operations. You will: 

• Lead, mentor, and inspire the kitchen team, fostering a positive and productive atmosphere 
  • Manage food costs, inventory, and kitchen budgets to maintain profitability without compromising quality 
  • Ensure strict compliance with health, safety, and sanitation regulations (HACCP) 
  • Collaborate with management to enhance the restaurant's reputation and success 
  • Oversee quality control to maintain consistency in every dish 
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with local suppliers to source premium ingredients 
  • Handle daily operations such as scheduling, recruitment, and performance development 
  • Work closely with the service team, our Restaurant Manager and the Hotel Management Team to guarantee seamless service and operations 

Job requirements

• Minimum 2 years' experience as a Head Chef, or an accomplished Sous Chef ready to step up 

• Advanced knowledge of culinary techniques, menu planning, and food cost management 

• Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and develop your team 

• Proficient in operating and maintaining kitchen equipment 

• Deep understanding of Dutch health and safety regulations in food service (HACCP) 

• Social Hygiene (SVH) and Leermaster diplomas are a plus 

• Excellent inventory management and quality control skills 

• Broad knowledge of international cuisines and current food trends 

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills 

• Ability to thrive under pressure in a fast-paced environment 

• Fluent in English; knowledge of Dutch or other languages is a bonus 

Organisation
Swissotel Amsterdam is een viersterrenhotel aan de Dam, in het hart van het historische stadscentrum van Amsterdam en op korte loopafstand van Amsterdam Centraal Station.
Het hotel wordt omgeven door winkels, musea en restaurants en ligt op 20 minuten rijden van Amsterdam Schiphol International Airport.
Achter de historische gevel van 19e-eeuwse gebouwen biedt Swissotel Amsterdam 114 luxe, geluiddichte* kamers en suites in een eigentijdse en verfijnde stijl. Alle gasten genieten van gratis draadloos internet en gratis toegang tot het Swissotel Amsterdam Fitness met ultramoderne TechnoGym-apparatuur.

Offer
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Ref.nr.:175518 - RT198442233