Cluster Executive Chef - Amsterdam

If you're a visionary chef who thrives in dynamic, upscale environments and loves blending innovation with operational excellence, this role is for you.

• Develop, implement, and continuously refine menu concepts and culinary direction for two unique restaurant identities: Carstens and ARCA.
• Lead R&D, menu tastings, seasonal rollouts, and special culinary events.
• Ensure culinary concepts remain commercially viable, competitive, and aligned with brand positioning.
• Oversee day‑to‑day kitchen operations across both outlets, ensuring consistency, quality, and compliance with health & safety standards.
• Establish and maintain culinary SOPs, recipes, plating guides, and quality benchmarks.
• Drive efficiency through cost control of food, labor, and kitchen resources.
• Lead, inspire, and mentor kitchen teams across both venues.
• Coach team members through performance reviews and career development plans.
• Manage culinary budgeting, including food and labor costs.
• Monitor revenue performance and adjust menus and pricing accordingly.

• You have 5 to 7 years' experience as an Cluster Executive Chef in relevant restaurants or hotels.
• You have experience managing multiple outlets or complex culinary operations.
• You have a strong understanding of European culinary trends; experience with Dutch, Portuguese, or Asian cuisines is a plus.
• You speak fluent English; Dutch is a plus.
• You have experience managing key stakeholders-from suppliers and F&B leadership to cross‑department teams-ensuring smooth communication and operational alignment.
• You bring solid expertise in overseeing kitchen budgets, forecasting, and food‑cost management, consistently achieving financial targets.

• Birthday bonus of €250 (gross, paid in the month of your birthday)
• Competitive salary
• Tasty meal during shift
• Industry pension plan
• 25 days holiday
• 1 extra day off for your wellbeing
• Exciting job opportunities within PPHE Hotel Group across Europe
• Discounted hotel rates (extends to the Radisson Hotel Group worldwide and family & friends)
• 50% F&B discount at our restaurants and bars (for your whole party)
• Travel compensation (max €200 net pm based on full-time employment)
• Recommend a friend scheme (earn up to €750 for each friend who joins us)
• 8% holiday allowance (paid yearly in May)
• Flexible working policy (if applicable)
• Annual company parties and outings
• Exclusive discounts in the employee benefit store (www.personeelsvoordeelwinkel.nl)
• Discount on the collective health insurance from VGZ
• Departmental incentive schemes
• Great (online) Learning & Development opportunities to grow your career
• An advanced onboarding program
• Access to the hotel gym during low peak hours