About us:
Welcome to Crowne Plaza Amsterdam – South, a modern business hotel in the lively Zuidas district. With 207 rooms, 7 meeting venues, and buzzing spots like De Japanner Zuid and the Manhattan Lounge-Bar, we offer guests and team members a place to connect, grow, and belong — as part of the global IHG Hotels & Resorts family.
Your day to day:
As an Fulltime Employee at Japanner Restaurant, you’ll bring warmth, professionalism, and personality to every guest experience. You’ll work at restaurant De Japanner Zuid - ensuring each guest feels welcome and cared for from the first “hello” to the last “thank you.”
Your responsibilities will include:
Welcoming guests, taking orders, and serving food and beverages with genuine hospitality
Providing menu explanations and food or wine recommendations to enhance the guest experience
Preparing and maintaining the setup of your assigned area — tables, buffets, and service stations
Transmitting orders to the kitchen accurately and efficiently
Handling payments and billing, including room charge procedures and cash remittance
Maintaining a clean, organized, and inviting environment in all outlets
Supporting events and banquets with setup, service, and breakdown tasks
Coordinating with colleagues and other departments to ensure smooth service
Following hygiene and safety procedures (HACCP, Fire Life Safety, Green Engage)
Being attentive to guest needs, always aiming to exceed expectations
What we need from you:
Previous experience in hospitality or F&B service is an advantage
Strong communication skills in English and preferably Dutch; any additional language is a plus
A true host — guest-oriented, service-minded, and enthusiastic
Well-groomed appearance and professional attitude
Ability to multitask and remain calm under pressure
Eye for detail and passion for quality
Flexible availability, including mornings, evenings, festive holidays and weekends
At Crowne Plaza Amsterdam – South, we make sure you feel right at home with:
Employee discount for all 6000+ IHG hotels worldwide
Friends & family rates to share with your loved ones
Up to 50% discount in participating hotel bars and restaurants
Travel allowance based on the distance from home to work
A paid day off for volunteering
A paid day off for your birthday or a birthday voucher
Homemade lunch or dinner during your working hours
Opportunities for personal development, training, and coaching
A CultuurWerkt! account for discounts on theatre, cinema, and more
A ClassPass discount for fitness, wellness, or healthy meals
Discount on a collective health insurance
Discount at Doctor Feelgood, our local massage partner
Access to the hotel’s gym facilities (when not in guest use)
An In-House Experience including breakfast, dinner and drinks at Crowne Plaza Amsterdam - South as part of your onboarding
A fun, international team that values teamwork, laughter, and growth
Regular staff events, parties, and departmental outings
At IHG, we believe in giving you the Room to Belong, Grow, and Make a Difference. Through our myWellbeing program, we support your health, lifestyle, and career development — because we know that when you feel your best, you perform your best