We are bringing a new dining concept to Amsterdam — one that celebrates vegetables as boldly as proteins, pairs vibrant colours with layered flavours, and draws deep inspiration from the markets and kitchens of the Mediterranean and the Middle East.
Our menus will be fresh, seasonal, and imaginative — designed to delight the senses and challenge expectations. The atmosphere will be buzzing, the kitchen high-energy, and the service engaging yet refined.
As Head Chef, you will be the creative and operational heart of the restaurant. This is an opportunity to shape every detail of the menu, lead an ambitious and talented team, and build a destination that becomes one of the city’s most talked-about dining experiences.
As Head Chef, you will be responsible for the following duties:
Lead the kitchen with passion, creativity, and precision.
Recruit, train, motivation and performance manage all kitchen roles.
Participate in the setup of a new restaurant concept, inclusive a major kitchen upgrade.
Have experience in rebranding or preopening of a 100 seats restaurant.
Have a HACCP Certification.
Design seasonal menus with a bold, produce-driven approach and surprising flavour combinations.
Oversee day-to-day operations, ensuring excellence in quality, presentation, and consistency.
Mentor and develop your brigade, fostering a culture of innovation and collaboration.
Work closely with front-of-house and management to deliver an unforgettable guest journey.
As Head Chef, we expect from you:
Proven experience as Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef in a high-volume, quality-led restaurant.
A love for fresh, seasonal produce and the ability to transform it into memorable dishes.
Strong leadership skills and a hands-on approach.
The ability to balance creativity with operational and commercial awareness.
Our commitment to you:
A salary in scale VIII of the Horeca CAO.
Excellent career progression with an iconic, luxury, global hotel brand. A lot of our colleagues joined us at the beginning of their career and are now leading their own teams and divisions.
Fantastic learning and development opportunities for all levels of staff, with targeted development programs to get you ready for the next step in your career.
Discounted stays at our beautiful properties across the Group.
Multiple additional benefits, such as supplemented staff meals, uniform/laundry service, ticket raffles and a 50% contribution to your pension fund.
F&B Discount Card – discounts at restaurants at high-end hotels in Amsterdam.
Discounted collective health insurance and weekly personal training sessions.
This is more than a job — it’s your stage to set a new culinary benchmark in Amsterdam.
Discover your role within our luxury hotel:
The Conservatorium hotel is on track to transition to Mandarin Oriental by early 2026. Our teams consist of a diverse group of talented people with a wide range of backgrounds and specialties. This committed team is united by an open work culture that celebrates individuality, emphasises performance and encourages everyone to achieve their full potential. In addition to our commitment to the highest level of service we take pride in a longstanding track record of sustainable practices woven into every layer or our company.
Apply through this website and let us know why you are interested! We look forward to seeing your application. For any questions, reach out to us via +31 (0)20-570 0043. Please ensure eligibility to work in the Netherlands and secure housing in Amsterdam prior to applying. Due to high application volume, we will respond only to candidates meeting these criteria.
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