Commis de Cuisine - Junior Cook

StudentJob; Amsterdam; On-site; EUR 22,320 - 26,784; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

One-night guest experience including breakfast

Free access to the hotel gym

Refer a friend bonus of 1000 euro

50% discount at partner hotels

Job summary

Pestana Amsterdam Riverside is seeking a passionate kitchen team member to assist in delivering exceptional culinary experiences. You will engage in ingredient preparation, ensure cleanliness, and support the kitchen service. The position offers a dynamic environment with international growth opportunities within the Pestana Hotel Group.

Candidates should have prior experience, multitasking abilities, and proficiency in English. Enjoy perks like a one-night stay at the hotel and fitness access while being part of a friendly team.

Qualifications

• Experience in a hospitality kitchen environment preferred.
• Ability to work under pressure and contribute to teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Assist with ingredient preparation for dishes.
• Support the kitchen team in maintaining cleanliness.
• Manage stock and deliveries as per guidelines.

Skills

Prior experience in a similar position

Multitasking

Knowledge of HACCP

English proficiency

Ability to work independently

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Cutting tools

Cookware

Bakeware

Job description

Join Our Team at Pestana Amsterdam Riverside!

Are you passionate about hospitality and ready to join a dynamic team?Pestana Amsterdam Riverside, a beautiful monumental hotel along the Amstel River, is looking for dedicated colleagues. Are you someone who can handle busy mornings and wants to be part of a fun and hard-working team? Then we are looking for you!

About Us:

The Pestana Hotel Groupis the largest multinational group of Portuguese origin in the tourism sector. With a presence in 16 countries, we manage 12,000 rooms and employ a global team of 5,000 professionals, chosen by over 3 million customers annually. Our Pestana Amsterdam Riversideis a stunning hotel offering 154 rooms and suites, a spa with an indoor swimming pool and sauna, a gym, 10 meeting rooms, and a beautiful restaurant and bar. This hotel can be your new luxury home in Amsterdam.

What You Will Be Doing:

• Assist with mise-en-place and ingredient preparation (cutting, portioning, marinating).
• Support in preparing simple dishes and garnishes.
• Maintain a clean and organized workstation in accordance with HACCP guidelines.
• Check and store deliveries and manage stock rotation.
• Assist with plating and clearing workstations during service.
• Actively contribute to effective teamwork within the kitchen.

What Is In It For You:

• Full-time employment.
• Salary in accordance with hospitality employment conditions, appropriate to the position and experience.
• A dynamic but relaxed, international work environment.
• Friendly, passionate, and fun colleagues.
• International growth opportunities, with priority given to applications within the Pestana Hotel Group worldwide.
• Learning and development opportunities through our online courses.
• A one-night guest experience in our hotel, including breakfast.
• You like staying fit? You have free access to the hotel gym.
• Amazing team outings.
• Refer a friend bonus of 1000 euro!
• 50% discount on bars and restaurants at partner hotels across Amsterdam..

Are You the One We Are Looking For?

If you are enthusiastic about this role and see yourself as part of our team, we invite you to be creative and share your motivation and CV with us.

If you're selected for the first round of interviews, you'll hear from us within 10 days - we can't wait to discover what you'll bring to the team!

We value people who:

• Have prior experience in a similar position.
• Can multitask and work efficiently under pressure.
• Have experience using cutting tools, cookware, and bakeware.
• Love working in a team but are also able to work independently.
• Are familiar with HACCP and can follow sanitation procedures.
• Speak English (Dutch is a plus).

Salarisomschrijving

In overeenstemming

Dienstverband

Vaardigheden

• Je beheerst Engels

Opleiding

Middelbare school