At Pulitzer Amsterdam we are true storytellers and you only have to step inside to know why! It is the home of 223 unique guest rooms, the timeless Pulitzer's Bar, café Pulitzer Garden and the modern-Dutch restaurant Jansz., all with stories we can't help but share.
The beating heart of Pulitzer Amsterdam is its team: motivated, passionate and genuine people with service in their veins. We are social and charming by nature, creating everlasting memories for our guests.
We're looking for a passionate and driven Kitchen Chef to take the lead in one of our most iconic dining outlets. In this role, you'll manage daily kitchen operations, guide a talented brigade, and help shape the culinary identity of Jansz. Through creativity, consistency, and leadership.
As Kitchen Chef, you'll play a key role in delivering high-quality dishes across breakfast, lunch, and dinner service, while creating a positive and motivating environment for the entire team.
Key Responsibilities
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Lead and motivate the kitchen and stewarding team (10-20 colleagues)
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Ensure consistent quality and presentation of all dishes
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Contribute to recipe development and seasonal menu changes
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Oversee stock management, ordering, and storage
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Maintain HACCP compliance and a safe, clean working environment
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Handle scheduling, kitchen administration, and reporting
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Support a smooth and effective collaboration with Front of House
What We're Looking For
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Leadership experience in a professional kitchen
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Solid knowledge of HACCP and kitchen operations
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Strong organizational and planning skills
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Ability to stay calm and focused under pressure
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A collaborative mindset and hands-on approach
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Experience with all-day dining (breakfast, lunch & dinner)
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A positive attitude and strong sense of responsibility
What We Offer
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A dynamic role within a passionate and close-knit team
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Opportunities for development and internal growth
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The chance to shape the culinary direction of Jansz.
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A supportive and inspiring work environment
What's in it for you?
* Experience Stay at Pulitzer Amsterdam as part of our introduction program (overnight stay with +1 including dinner, drinks & breakfast)
* 6 complimentary nights a year at any Lore Group hotel
* Lore Group Employee & Immediate Family Rates
* Lore Group Friend and Family Rates
* 50% Employee discount and 25% Friends and Family discount at over 800 partner hotels via Lore Discovery
* 50% discount in Lore Group restaurants and bars
* A monthly budget to spend on benefits platform Alleo
* Possibility to lease a bike
* 50% discount in restaurants & bars at 19 partner hotels in Amsterdam
* Free and unlimited appointments per year with a psychologist via OpenUp
* A monthly contribution to a pension scheme
* A monthly travel allowance
* A monthly clothing allowance (if applicable to your position)
* A yearly shoe allowance
* Possibility to take part in a Dutch language course
* Freshly prepared meals in the canteen
* Discount on supplemental health insurances
Location: Amsterdam