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Head Chef - Amstelveen

Cityden Zuidas Amstelveen

  • € 3,300 per month
  • Fulltime
  • Language: NL / EN
  • Managing
  • Kitchen
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Ready to become the culinary driving force of Cityden Zuidas?
Become our new Head Chef at Lucia’s starting September 1st, 2026!

Hey culinary talent!

Would you like to work in the only restaurant in Amstelveen with a rooftop terrace and help build an exciting new food concept? At Lucia’s Restaurant (located in Cityden Zuidas), you’ll have the opportunity to showcase your creativity and take the kitchen to the next level together with the team.

What will you do?

  • Be part of the management team and work closely with the F&B Supervisor to elevate the restaurant;

  • Take full responsibility for the food concept and develop new dishes for the menu;

  • Lead, motivate, and actively work alongside your kitchen team;

  • Ensure smooth kitchen operations in line with HACCP standards;

  • Manage inventory and orders, ensuring everything is stocked on time;

  • Organize group events and create customized menus for special occasions;

  • Be responsible for stock control and achieving targets, including cost percentages and budgets;

  • Contribute ideas on how to keep surprising our guests with outstanding culinary experiences.

Why Cityden?

At Cityden, we continuously innovate our restaurants. Lucia’s is about to launch a new concept, and we are looking for a Head Chef who thrives in a dynamic start-up phase. Someone who identifies opportunities for improvement, thinks critically about efficiency, and helps refine and optimize the menu based on experience and insight.

Who are we?

We are Cityden. With 348 stylish apartments across 3 (soon to be 5!) aparthotels in and around Amsterdam, we combine hotel service with the comfort of a home. Our guests range from business travelers to families and weekend visitors — and you ensure they all enjoy exceptional culinary experiences.

Cityden is dynamic and fast-growing. With two new locations opening in 2026 and 2027, you’ll have the chance to be part of something big.

Who are you?

  • You have experience in a leadership role within the kitchen;

  • You stay calm under pressure and know how to motivate and coordinate a team;

  • You speak fluent English (Dutch is a plus);

  • You have knowledge of HACCP standards and Social Hygiene regulations;

  • You have experience creating and developing new menus.

What do we offer?

  • A salary starting from €3,300 (based on 38 hours), depending on experience;

  • Free access to gym & sauna at all Cityden locations;

  • 30% discount at all Lucia’s restaurants + Friends & Family hotel deals;

  • An ambitious team full of energy and humor;

  • Fun team outings, quarterly parties, and an annual legendary Cityden trip;

  • Travel allowance;

  • Free parking at Cityden Zuidas.

💌 What’s next?

Ready to become the culinary driving force of Cityden as our new Head Chef?
Send your CV and motivation to (click on the apply button) addressed to HR, and let us know your availability. We can’t wait to meet you!

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  1. Head Chef
  2. Cityden Zuidas Amstelveen
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Questions will be send directly to the hotel.