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Ready to master the art of Teppanyaki? Get 2 months of training in Japan and boost your career in Amsterdam's top Japanese restaurant. What are you going to do:

• Mastering authentic Japanese skills through a paid two-month training in Japan;
• Developing your culinary expertise by working with top-tier meat and fish;
• Utilizing a yearly training budget of €1000 to further specialize your craft;
• Growing your career within a globally recognized luxury hotel group;
• Perfecting the art of kaiseki-style presentation on the Teppanyaki grill.

Your tasks?

• Executing complex recipes with precision on the Teppanyaki grill;
• Assessing the quality of premium ingredients on a daily basis;
• Contributing creative ideas to improve the menu and seasonal offerings;
• Mentoring new staff after completing your own specialist training in Japan;
• Strictly following quality procedures to maintain Michelin-level standards.

You as a person?

You are an ambitious chef with a deep passion for Japanese cuisine and a desire to become a specialist. You have a keen eye for detail and are always looking for ways to improve your skills and the restaurant's workflows. You thrive on learning new techniques and are excited by the prospect of an intensive training program in Japan. You are professional, disciplined, and dedicated to ongoing personal development.

What we offer

• Unique 2-month training in Japan, fully paid by the company;
• Annual training budget of €1000 to boost your professional skills;
• Salary starting at €2.566,15 (5% surplus above the CAO);
• 1-year contract with clear possibilities for extension and growth;
• High-end working environment with top-quality equipment;
• 8% holiday allowance and a comprehensive pension plan;
• Generous vacation days and travel expenses covered.

What we ask

• Minimal MBO level 3 certificate and a strong desire to learn;
• 1+ year experience in authentic Japanese cuisine;
• Basic English skills and a professional, growth-oriented attitude;
• Experience with teppanyaki or high-end kitchens is preferred.

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Status Open Education Level MBO Location Amsterdam Working hours per week 38 Type of Contract Fulltime (startersfunctie), Avondwerk, Fulltime (ervaren) Salary indication Tussen €2.566 en €3.106 Per maand Responsible for Maintaining the highest culinary standards and implementing advanced Japanese techniques on the grill. Published at 04-02-2026