Culinary Coordinator - Amsterdam

Conservatorium Hotel is looking for a Culinary Coordinator to join our kitchen team, reporting directly to the Executive Chef. 

Are you a master of craft? Do you thrive in a team that succeeds together, demonstrating integrity and respect while acting responsibly? Do you embrace a growth mindset? We invite you to become a fan of the exceptional. 

Mandarin Oriental is the award-winning owner and operator of some of the most luxurious hotels, resorts and residences located in prime destinations around the world, with a strong development pipeline. Increasingly recognised for creating some of the world’s most sought-after properties, the Group provides legendary service inspired by Asian heritage whilst representing the very cutting-edge of luxury experiences.

Join us during this exciting period at the Conservatorium Hotel transitions to Mandarin Oriental by early 2026.

As Culinary Coordinator you will be responsible for the following duties:

• Coordination of Duty and Shift Planning
  Creation and maintenance of staff rosters for kitchen personnel in coordination with the Executive Chef. Includes hour tracking and approval, roster adjustments, etc.

• Support in Purchasing and Inventory Management
  Managing and submitting orders, coordinating delivery dates, performing goods receipt checks, and maintaining stock levels — partly in collaboration with Purchasing

• Management of Recipes and Cost Calculations
  Documentation and maintenance of standard recipes, portion sizes, cost calculations, and food cost data.

• Coordination Between Kitchen Management, Finance, P&C, and General Management
  Handling questions related to time tracking, vacation planning, and other administrative coordination matters.

• Support in Audits and Hygiene Standards
  Documenting and monitoring HACCP standards, internal audits, training sessions, and hygiene protocols.

• Organising Meetings & Briefings
  Preparation and follow-up for departmental meetings, including presentation creation and meeting minutes for Culinary Team briefings.

• Administrative Support for All Head Chefs with Focus on the Executive Chef
  Scheduling, guest chef planning, correspondence, and document management on behalf of the kitchen leadership.

• Documentation and Organisation of Staff Trainings
  Managing training records and assisting with the planning of internal training programs and onboarding processes.

• Support for Events and Special Promotions
  Organising and coordinating menu planning, promotions, pop-ups, or events from an administrative standpoint. Attending BEO meetings, organizing BEO printouts to ensure kitchen leadership is always up to date.

• All Other Administrative Tasks as Deemed Necessary by the Head Chefs.
  This may include hands-on kitchen exposure to better understand and support day-to-day operations.

As Culinary Coordinator we expect from you:

• Training in the culinary or hotel management sector, with at least 2 years of professional experience in the area of responsibility.

• Flexibility and ability to work under pressure - your position includes weekend and public holidays 

• Good communication skills, ability to work in a team, reliability and enthusiasm for gastronomy

• High level of commitment and quality awareness  

• Excellent English proficiency, both spoken and written. Further foreign language skills are an advantage

• Successful applicants must have the right to work in The Netherlands

Our commitment to you:

• A salary in scale VI of the Horeca CAO;

• Excellent career progression with an iconic, luxury, global hotel brand. A lot of our colleagues joined us at the beginning of their career and are now leading their own teams and divisions;

• Fantastic learning and development opportunities for all levels of staff, with targeted development programs to get you ready for the next step in your career;

• Discounted stays at our beautiful properties across the Group;

• Multiple additional benefits, such as supplemented staff meals, uniform/laundry service, ticket raffles and a 50% contribution to your pension fund;

• F&B Discount Card – discounts at restaurants at high-end hotels in Amsterdam;

• Discounted collective health insurance and weekly personal training sessions;

Discover your role within our luxury hotel:
The Conservatorium hotel is on track to transition to Mandarin Oriental by early 2026. Our teams consist of a diverse group of talented people with a wide range of backgrounds and specialties. This committed team is united by an open work culture that celebrates individuality, emphasises performance and encourages everyone to achieve their full potential. In addition to our commitment to the highest level of service we take pride in a longstanding track record of sustainable practices woven into every layer or our company. Apply through this website and let us know why you are interested! We look forward to seeing your application. For any questions, reach out to us via +31 (0)20-570 0043.

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