An official diplomatic residence is seeking eligible and qualified candidates for the position of: Chef
Open to: All Interested Candidates / All Sources
Position: Chef
Opening Date: Monday, January 12, 2026
Closing Date: Monday, January 26, 2026
Work Hours: Full-time (40 hours per week) or part-time (number of hours to be determined with employer).
Work on the weekends, evenings and holidays will occasionally be required.
Salary: EUR 3,437 gross per month* based on a 40-hour work week.
*NOTE: In addition, holiday allowance (per annum), food allowance (when present at work), commuting allowance, end-of-year bonus, and 25 days of annual leave will be added to the salary listed above.
Eligibility: All applicants must be able to legally stay and work in the Netherlands at the time of their application. The employer does NOT sponsor employees to work in the Netherlands.
Basic Functions of the Position
The incumbent will work in an official diplomatic residence located in Wassenaar. Works under the general direction of the employer and works closely with the employer’s office assistant on official events. Creates menus as appropriate to the occasion and prepares food for all events. Responsible for all food shopping, budgeting of representational meals within the required reimbursement limitations, as well as preparation of personal meals as required by the employer.
Maintains detailed and accurate accounting records of all purchases. This includes ensuring that food items purchased for official events, official residence expenses and private shopping expenditures are identified clearly as such and record them as required.
Responsible for the cleanliness, organization, and good sanitary condition of the kitchen. Responsible for ensuring that the kitchen equipment is well maintained and serviced. Recruits, coordinates, and manages additional kitchen and service staff for representational events. Responsible for assisting the Housekeeper with the inventory of the representational silverware, serving items and china. Performs Butler duties as and when required by the employer and other acceptable duties as assigned.
Qualifications Required
Applicants must address each required qualification listed below with specific information supporting each item. Failure to do so may result in a determination that the applicant is not qualified.
1. Education: Professional training required (hotel school, vocational restaurant training majoring in restaurant operations).
2. Experience: Two years in a similar position or progressively responsible restaurant work in a recognized culinary organization.
3. Language Requirements: Speaking/Reading/Writing Level III (good working knowledge) English and Dutch are required. (This may be tested.)
4. Skills and Abilities: Must be familiar with different styles of cooking. Must be able to work within a budget. Must be flexible and be able to “upgrade” a private meal to an official at a moment’s notice. Must be discreet.
Any of the above qualifications may be tested through an assessment as part of the recruitment process. Creating and presenting a menu may be part of the recruitment process.
Additional Selection Criteria
1. The employer may consider any of the following when determining successful candidacy: nepotism, conflicts of interest, budget, and residency status.
2. The candidate must be able to obtain and hold a Local Security Certification.
How to Apply
Interested applicants for this position must submit their application by e-mail (preferably written in English) and any additional documentation that supports or addresses the requirements of the position (e.g., transcripts, degrees, permits) to the following e-mail address: HROTheHague@state.gov. Incomplete packages (i.e., only resumes and application letters) will be considered unqualified.
Please contact hrothehague@state.gov to obtain the application form before submitting your application.
Note: The selected candidate will not be an employee of the U.S. Government.
Point of Contact
Contact HROTheHague@state.gov for additional information about the position.
All applications must be received by the closing date to receive consideration. Only short-listed applicants will be contacted for interviews.