Creative Hotel Cook — Fresh Dishes, Team‑Driven Kitchen

Hesperia group; Bussum; On-site; EUR 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training & development

Annual bonus

Employee hotel rates

F&B discounts

Team events

Growth opportunities

Job summary

NH Bussum Jan Tabak, part of NH Hotels & Resorts, seeks a dedicated cook to join our culinary team. You will contribute to mise en place, quality and guest satisfaction in a vibrant kitchen environment.

You should have restaurant or hotel experience, strong English, and a hands-on approach. Creativity, teamwork and commitment to HACCP and fresh ingredients are valued.

Qualifications

• Experience in a restaurant or hotel kitchen.
• Good command of English; Dutch is a plus.
• Strong focus on quality and presentation.
• Able to work independently and in team.

Responsibilities

• Work independently on mise en place and recipes.
• Maintain HACCP standards and high-quality presentation.
• Manage orders, stock, and daily kitchen planning.
• Collaborate with kitchen and service teams to deliver guest experiences.

Skills

Mise en place

Recipe development

HACCP

English

Team player

Job description

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Date: Aug 10, 2026

Location:

Bussum, NL The Netherlands

Join our team at NH Hotels & Resorts, a global leader in upscale and midscale hospitality, renowned for our exceptional service and facilities.A brand with a strong footprint in Europe and the Americas that is beginning its adventure in Greater China.
You will have the opportunity to provide our guests with reliable experiences that combine value, location and your own human touch.You can join us in our quest to make every hotel stay remarkable by meeting the needs of guests looking for functional hotels & resorts with a natural and fresh style, doubled by friendly service.Become part of a brand that is like you: Functional, natural and down-to-earth, innovative, reliable and friendly.

As a Cook at NH Bussum Jan Tabak, you will be part of a passionate culinary team where quality, creativity, and hospitality come together. Your dedication and craftsmanship will help create the warm, welcoming atmosphere that makes every guest visit truly unforgettable.

Your Benefits at NH Hotels

• Free online & offline training organized by our own University.
• End of year bonus (up to 100% of monthly gross salary) & refer-a-friend bonus (500 EUR).
• Employee rates startingfrom €36in all our hotels worldwide, 30% discount in the F&B outlets, and Friends & Family discount up to 25%. Various discounts in (web)shops.
• Team building events, trips and holiday parties.
• The opportunity to grow within our company worldwide.
• Salary based on your experiences starting from Horeca CLA scale 5.

Your Roleat aGlance

• Work independently on mise en place and recipes
• Take pride in quality, taste, and presentation
• Help create new dishes with your own ideas and creativity
• Manage orders, stock, and daily planning
• Maintaining HACCP standards
• Work closely with the kitchen and service teams to deliver top‑level guest experiences

What Makes You a Great Fit

• Helping guests puts a big smile on your face. The ‘always a pleasure’ mentality is second nature for you, and you are happy go the extra mile for our guests;
• You have previous experience in a restaurant or hotel environment, and you are ready for the next step in your career.
• You are a hard worker with an eye for detail and see a challenge in every situation;
• You have the passion for food, fresh ingredients, and creating beautiful experiences
• You have a good command of the English language, Dutch is an advantage;
• You’re a cook at heart: dedicated, hands‑on, and eager to grow.

Are you looking for a new challenge? Apply now!

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