Executive Chef - Amsterdam

What you’ll be doing

• Overseeing all culinary in the hotel, including restaurant, bar, events and room service

• Keeping a close eye on quality, consistency and presentation across all venues

• Driving menu development with a focus on seasonality, sustainability and local sourcing

• Managing food cost, labor, purchasing, and stock control responsibly

• Making sure everything runs in line with HACCP, hygiene standards and Dutch regulations

• Working closely with F&B and other departments to make the operation run smoothly

• Experience & Expertise

• Minimum 8 to 10 years of culinary experience, including 3 to 5 years in a senior leadership role – either as Executive Chef, Executive Sous Chef, or Head Chef

• Proven experience managing multiple venues (restaurants, events & in-room dining) in an upscale or high-volume environment

• Demonstrated success in menu creation, food innovation, and concept development

• Solid kitchen financial and operational judgement

Skills & Competencies

• Inspirational leader with a hands-on approach

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

• Creative mindset with a passion for storytelling and guest experience

• Resilient and adaptable in a fast-paced, high-performing environment

Qualifications

• Degree, diploma, or certification in Culinary Arts or Hospitality preferrable

• Fluency in English required; Dutch is an advantage

• Prior experience within an international hospitality brand

If you are a passionate culinary leader who wants to shape experiences, inspire teams, and create impact in one of Amsterdam’s most dynamic hotels, we would love to hear from you.