Breakfast Chef - Cafe Americain at Clayton Hotel Amsterdam American
Step into the spotlight at Café Americain - an iconic, Art Deco dining landmark in the heart of Amsterdam’s bustling Leidseplein.
We’re looking for a Breakfast Chef who brings passion, precision, and creativity to every plate, leading others with skill and flair. From cold and hot buffet items to à la carte disher, you’ll help shape the culinary identity of our breakfast at one of the city’s most storied restaurants.
Clayton Hotel Amsterdam American, part of the Dalata Hotel Group, is a 4-star, 173-room hotel nestled in one of the most beautiful art nouveau buildings in the Netherlands. Home to the legendary Café Americain and stylish Bar Americain, we serve guests from around the world with a culinary experience that’s as memorable as the setting.
Objective of the Role
As Breakfast Chef, you’ll take the lead in ensuring the hotel’s breakfast offering is consistently fresh, flavourful, and beautifully presented. You’ll oversee the cold and hot breakfast buffet, prepare à la minute egg dishes, and take pride in ensuring everything runs smoothly for the most important meal of the day.
You’re an early bird, a team player, and someone who enjoys the buzz of a busy morning service. With your attention to detail and knowledge of quality ingredients, you’ll help us set the tone for our guests’ entire day while maintaining smooth, efficient service – in return, you’ll get a set morning schedule to enhance your work-life balance.
Key Responsibilities
Lead the Breakfast
- Take ownership of the breakfast, handling breakfast operations with precision, care, and confidence
- Prepare hot and cold dishes for the breakfast buffet according to established recipes and standards
- Prepare and plate à la carte breakfast dishes to the highest standards, following recipes, plating guides, and chef’s specifications
- Conduct regular quality checks on flavour, texture, temperature, and presentation to ensure consistency
Manage Prep & Supplies
- Oversee mise en place, daily prep, and food storage, ensuring strict adherence to FIFO, HACCP, and safety procedures
- Identify and flag shortages promptly to keep kitchen operations running smoothly and efficiently
Create & Collaborate
- Work closely with the Sous Chef(s) and Head Chef to meet operational goals and enhance guest satisfaction
- Take initiative in contributing to breakfast menu development by suggesting creative improvements and new ideas
Maintain Standards
- Maintain high standards of cleanliness, organisation, and food safety throughout your section, the buffet, and the kitchen
- Ensure compliance with hotel policies and regulatory health & safety guidelines
What We’re Looking For:
We’re looking for a Breakfast Chef who’s got the skills, energy, and attitude to thrive in a fast-paced kitchen. Here’s what makes a great fit:
- Culinary training – MBO Level 2 or higher (or equivalent experience)
- Hands-on experience in a professional kitchen environment
- Solid knowledge of core cooking techniques, food safety standards, allergens, and food trends
- A natural sense of quality and presentation — you care about the details
- Strong organisation- and time management skills, especially during busy service
- A team player who communicates well and supports others
- Flexibility to work weekends and holidays – still with a set morning roster
If you're passionate, reliable, and ready to grow — we want to hear from you.
What You’ll Get From Us:
At Dalata, we believe great people deserve great rewards. Here’s what you can expect when you join our team:
A Culture That Cares
- A warm, people-first team where you’re valued and supported
- Regular staff events, recognition programmes, and a workplace that feels like home
Real Career Progression
- Access to our Dalata Academy for learning, growth, & career development
- Opportunities to grow your career across our hotels currently in Ireland, the UK, Germany, and the Netherlands
Daily Perks
- Fresh meals during your shift
- Uniform provided
- 50% off food & drinks in all Dalata hotels
- €60 employee room rate across all Dalata-owned properties
- 30% Friends & Family discount on stays
Extra Benefits
- One extra annual leave day for every year you work (up to 5 additional days)
- Travel allowance for commutes over 10km
- Free overnight stay in the hotel after your probation period
- Access to our Employee Assistance Programme
A Culture You Can Grow In:
At Dalata Hotel Group, we don’t just run hotels — we build careers and communities. We bring the heart of hospitality to everything we do: supporting our teams, welcoming our guests, and growing together across countries. As Ireland's largest hotel operator, we see our growth and expansion plans as a way of spreading our unique way of caring for our guests further around the world, bringing better experiences to more people. Currently the Dalata difference can be felt at each of our hotels in Ireland, the UK, Germany & the Netherlands, and we’ll keep expanding this further, focusing on key UK cities, Dublin and Continental Europe.
You’ll be joining a workplace that values Our People, Our Fairness, Our Service and Our Individuality. Whether you’re on your first day or your fifth year, your ideas, voice, and growth matter here. Our company is a place where you can do great things – individually and as a team. Through our award-winning training programmes and a culture of recognition, we’ll help you reach the next level — and enjoy the journey along the way.
Dalata is a proudly inclusive employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating a workplace where everyone can thrive. If you need any accommodations during the application process, just let us know.
Ready to take your next step? Apply now and show us what you bring to the table!
What We’re Looking For:
We’re looking for a Breakfast Chef who’s got the skills, energy, and attitude to thrive in a fast-paced kitchen. Here’s what makes a great fit:
- Culinary training – MBO Level 2 or higher (or equivalent experience)
- Hands-on experience in a professional kitchen environment
- Solid knowledge of core cooking techniques, food safety standards, allergens, and food trends
- A natural sense of quality and presentation — you care about the details
- Strong organisation- and time management skills, especially during busy service
- A team player who communicates well and supports others
- Flexibility to work weekends and holidays – still with a set morning roster
If you're passionate, reliable, and ready to grow — we want to hear from you.