Sous-Chef
The venue
Located in Amsterdam-Noord, just a stone’s throw away from the city center (15 min), our 14-room boutique hotel and restaurant De Mark, in collaboration with Michelin-star chefs Richard van Oostenbrugge and Thomas Groot, offer a great place to work in one of the most beautiful spots known to The Netherlands. Low-key yet the place to be for both guests and team members alike. Don’t take our word for it, find out for yourself. We promise, the views will never get boring.
Who we are
We are an independent hotel with restaurant, and proud to be part of Aedes, an Amsterdam based property investor and hospitality company. How do we relate? Well, in short Aedes creates places wthat tell a unique story and have positive impact. Be it an office, a home or in our case a hotel. In Durgerdam we believe in relaxed hospitality where everyone feels welcome and can be themselves. A feeling of genuinely being cared for, carefully crafted by the art of anticipation. Here questions are always met with possibilities. ‘No’ does not exist in our dictionary and we like to go the extra mile for a smile, so that every experience is a memorable one. On top of that we try to do things a little better. Day in, day out, while having fun.
The role
Rise and shine! Yet another day you get to work in one of the most beautiful spots known to the Netherlands at one of the best hospitality experiences around. You look forward to your rewarding (electric) bike ride to work (15 minutes). Once you arrive in Durgerdam, you prepare yourself for the day by having a nice cup of tea or coffee (freshly ground, the good stuff). After your moment of ‘me-time’, you join your team as the head chef gives the daily briefing. Throughout the day, you will take charge of supporting the kitchen, ensuring smooth operations, and working alongside the head chef to help manage the team. You will have your hands on the most delicious, high-quality products, showcasing unique cooking techniques. Guests will often pass by the open kitchen, intrigued by your craft and the ingredients you’re working with. You’re always ready to share the story behind what’s on the plate and help with a little service if needed. The day flies by, and as the kitchen winds down, you help tidy and organize for the next shift. Finally, you’ll head back home, ready for the next challenge tomorrow.
You in a nutshell
You are an experienced and driven chef with a real passion for food. You’re excited about taking on more responsibility and supporting the head chef to lead the kitchen team to success. You’re detail-oriented, proactive, and thrive in a collaborative environment. You’re someone who enjoys learning from others while also imparting your knowledge to junior team members. You have an interest in sustainability and hospitality, and you’re committed to providing an excellent culinary experience every time.
Main duties
- Assist the head chef in leading the kitchen team and ensuring smooth daily operations
- Take responsibility for the prep and execution of dishes, ensuring the quality of food meets the high standards
- Help train and mentor junior kitchen team members, providing guidance and support as needed
- Engage with guests when they come and see the open kitchen and help service by bringing dishes to the table when needed
- Have great knowledge of the food we serve.
- Occasionally you might have to perform a check-in
- Work according to hygiene and HCCP guidelines
Requirements
- Eager to take your culinary ambitions to the next level and expand your leadership skills
- Experience working in a hotel is a plus but not a must
- Social hygiene certification
What’s in it for you?
- Fulltime (4 days working week)
- Competitive salary (€3200-3800)
- Great additional benefits (incl. bike plan, 100% travel costs reimbursement, free parking, sport membership)
- Steep learning curve, possibilities to grow with us in our other upcoming restaurants and hotels
- Opportunity to work in a restaurant with renowned industry chefs
- Healthy and fresh food and great coffee
- You will receive all round trainings like barista, cocktail making, wine pairing and host and reception work to expand your knowledge
