Sous Chef in Rotterdam
UK working eligibility only.
Job Title: Sous Chef- Luxury hotel
Location: Rotterdam, Netherlands
Salary: €35,000 - €40,000 gross per annum
A new luxury hotel opening in Rotterdam is assembling its kitchen brigade and is looking for a Sous Chef to play a key operational role within the team. Working closely with the Executive Chef, you will be responsible for ensuring smooth day-to-day kitchen execution during service and maintaining consistency across all food offerings.
This position is very hands-on and service-driven, with a strong focus on supporting kitchen coordination, supervising sections during busy operations, and ensuring standards are consistently delivered in a high-volume hotel environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Support the Executive Chef in the daily operation and pre-opening setup of the kitchen.
- Supervise kitchen sections during service and ensure smooth execution across all outlets.
- Maintain quality, consistency, and presentation standards across dishes.
- Assist with mise en place planning and service preparation.
- Monitor stock levels, support ordering processes, and help control food costs.
- Ensure compliance with HACCP, hygiene, and safety standards.
- Train and support junior kitchen staff in daily operations and procedures.
- Assist in coordinating service flow between kitchen sections and FOH teams.
- Contribute to menu development through practical, operational feedback.
Candidate Profile
- Experience as Sous Chef, Senior Chef de Partie, or similar role in hotels or high-volume restaurants.
- Strong background in Mediterranean cuisine; Spanish culinary experience is a plus.
- Experience in hotel openings or structured kitchen environments is beneficial.
- Strong ability to work under pressure during service.
- Hands-on, detail-oriented, and team-focused approach.
- Good understanding of kitchen organisation, hygiene standards, and service flow.
- Passion for cooking and maintaining high standards in execution.
Job Title: Sous Chef- Luxury hotel
Location: Rotterdam, Netherlands
Salary: €35,000 - €40,000 gross per annum
If you would like to have more information about the role, please apply or send your cv to maria@corecruitment.com
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