Independent Working Chef - The Hague

What will you be doing?
Secrets in the kitchen? We don’t believe in that at Chef’s! Food & Drinks. As an Independent Working Chef, you literally give the guest a glimpse in our open kitchen by sharing your secrets. Because who knows better what is really tasty? As an Independent Working Chef at Chef’s! Food & Drinks, you always work with fresh and local ingredients, and that makes you happy. You talk passionately about our products and preparation methods when our guests ask about them. Trying new combinations, that makes you enthusiastic! You are proactive and creative, and think along with us about improving our products. The position can be filled both part-time and full-time

Who are we?
The Babylon Hotel Den Haag is an icon at The Hague Central Station since 1978 and is part of Leonardo Hotels. Centrally located, with a fantastic view and, of course, all the famous attractions within easy reach. The hotel has 143 rooms and several special meeting rooms. On the first floor of the hotel, you will find our bar and restaurant "The Livingroom", where we delight our guests.


As Leonardo Hotels Benelux, we are within the large Leonardo Hotels Group, responsible for all activities for the 28 hotels in the Netherlands and Belgium. At Leonardo Hotels we care deeply about personal growth, connection, and making an impact together. On average, our colleagues work with us for four years, because we always look for good internal career opportunities - and we are quite proud of that!

What makes you a good chef?

• You have a chef's degree or have worked in a similar position for at least 2 years.
• You have experience in manning multiple parties
• You are energetic, cheerful and HOSPITAL! For you, hospitality means going that extra mile.
• You have knowledge of HACCP
• You love food and enjoy talking about exciting food and drink combinations.
• You have a hands-on mentality and are a born team player.
• In addition, you are flexible and available on weekends and holidays, and you live in (near) Papendrecht. You have your own transportation
• You are flexible with regards to working hours and tasks.
• You have knowledge of products/ingredients, calculations and menu card.
• You speak fluent Dutch and English. Do you also speak (some) French, German, or Spanish? Even better!
• You live in the Den Haag region.

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU (ADDITIONAL TO A GREAT TEAM)?

• We offer you 70% travel allowance if you live further than 10 kilometers from your work, with a maximum of € 10.71 per day.
• Working overtime? This can be paid out, but you can also choose to save it for some extra time off.
• Eager to learn? We offer training courses from the Leonardo Development Lab!
• Ambitious? You can work on your personal development and grow with us!
• Do you want to buy products such as an (electric) bicycle or telephone with a reduced price? This is possible with an average of 40% tax reduction via FiscFree!
• Night away? As an employee, you can exclusively use our global discount program!
• And enjoy an overnight stay including dinner and breakfast at the hotel where you are working during your 'Know Where You Work' experience.

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