Chef de Partie

Conscious Hotels; Amsterdam; On-site; EUR 32,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary scale 5

Unlimited coffee

Job summary

Conscious Hotels is seeking a Chef de Partie for The Lobby, a dynamic kitchen that prides itself on quality and consistency.

You’ll work closely with the Chef, preparing dishes to our recipes, maintaining HACCP standards, and contributing ideas for menu development in a collaborative team.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Chef de Partie or in a similar role within a professional kitchen.
• A passion for cooking, gastronomy and fresh ingredients.
• A keen eye for detail and quality, flavour and presentation.
• Organised, calm under busy services, and a true team player.
• Knowledge of HACCP and hygienic working practices.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve dishes according to recipes and standards.
• Own your section and keep it well organised for each service.
• Work closely with the Chef and kitchen team during prep and service.
• Contribute ideas to menu development and dish ideas.
• Maintain and improve quality of dishes and kitchen service.
• Ensure mise en place is excellent and preparation is efficient.
• Follow HACCP guidelines and keep workspace clean and safe.
• Maintain high standards of quality, timing, and presentation.
• Support a positive, professional kitchen environment.

Skills

Team player

Communication

Organised

Attention to detail

HACCP knowledge

Job description

From Eggs Royale to côte de boeuf — you love great food and know exactly how to prepare it at its best. At The Lobby, we are looking for a Chef de Partie who thrives in a dynamic kitchen and has a keen eye for quality.

As a Chef de Partie, you are an important part of The Lobby’s kitchen team. Together with your colleagues, you ensure that dishes are prepared and served according to our recipes and standards. You work closely with the Chef and actively contribute ideas to our dishes and menu development.

During every service, you keep a clear head and maintain high standards. You work accurately, stay organised and make sure every plate leaves the kitchen exactly as it should. You have an eye for detail, enjoy working as part of a team and understand that good timing and communication are essential for a smooth service. Alongside preparing and serving dishes, you help maintain and continuously improve the quality and service at The Lobby. You work according to HACCP guidelines and understand the importance of working hygienically, safely and in an organised manner.

At The Lobby, you will have the opportunity to further develop your skills, contribute ideas for new dishes and become part of a team where quality, hospitality and passion for the profession go hand in hand. No service is ever the same, and that is exactly what makes working in the kitchen so exciting.

What you’ll be doing:

• Preparing and serving dishes according to recipes and The Lobby’s quality standards;
• Taking responsibility for your own section and ensuring it is well organised throughout every service;
• Working closely with the Chef and kitchen team during preparation and service;
• Contributing ideas to the composition and development of the menu;
• Maintaining and continuously improving the quality of our dishes and kitchen service;
• Ensuring excellent mise en place and efficient preparation;
• Working according to HACCP guidelines and maintaining a clean, safe and organised workspace;
• Maintaining high standards of quality, timing and presentation throughout every service;
• Contributing to a positive and professional working environment within the kitchen team.

About you:

• Experience as a Chef de Partie or in a similar role within a professional kitchen;
• A passion for cooking, gastronomy and working with high-quality, fresh ingredients;
• A keen eye for detail and a strong sense of quality, flavour and presentation;
• You work in an organised and structured way and keep a cool head during busy services;
• A true team player with strong communication skills and a collaborative mindset;
• Independent, responsible and able to organise and manage your own section effectively;
• Knowledge of and experience with HACCP and hygienic working practices;
• Creative and enthusiastic about contributing ideas for dishes and menu development;
• You see dietary requirements and allergies as a challenge and know how to translate them into delicious dishes with care and attention;
• Flexible and available to also work evenings and weekends;
• Ideally, you live in or around Amsterdam;
• Eager to learn and always looking for ways to further develop your skills and knowledge within the profession.

Join the Fun & Perks:

• We offer a suitable salary according to the collective labour agreement for hospitality in reference scale 5;
• Foodie heaven: unlimited coffee (or tea) from our baristas;