Independent Chef

Tong Fong Soest; Soest; On-site; EUR 31,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free accommodation

Full-time 38 hours/wk

Gross salary €2,750–€3,250/month

Travel cost reimbursement

Free meals during shifts

Onboarding guidance

Job summary

Tong Fong Soest is seeking an Independent Chef in Soest to join their kitchen team. You will assist in preparing dishes and work closely with the kitchen staff in a professional setting.

The role requires independent work, good teamwork, and knowledge of basic cooking techniques. The position is full-time (38 hours per week) with a gross monthly salary of €2,750–€3,250 and relocation/travel support options.

Qualifications

• Ability to work independently and take initiative.
• Strong sense of responsibility and teamwork.
• MBO-3 level of thinking/working (encouraged to apply).
• Demonstrable knowledge of basic cooking techniques.

Responsibilities

• Select and prepare ingredients (wash, cut, mix).
• Quality checks during preparation and adjust as needed.
• Ensure consistent quality and hygiene standards.
• Supervise kitchen assistants and correct where needed.
• Manage inventory, order ingredients, and check deliveries.
• Clean workspace, equipment and stations daily.
• Report technical issues and resolve minor malfunctions.
• Contribute ideas for menu updates and methods.

Skills

Independent work

Problem solving

Teamwork

Cooking techniques

English proficiency

Education

MBO-3 level or higher

Job description

We are Tong Fong, a world/Chinese/Indian restaurant located in Soest, and we are looking for an Independent Chef to strengthen our kitchen team. Do you have a passion for cooking and enjoy working in a dynamic kitchen environment? Then you might be the perfect fit for us! You will assist in preparing dishes and work closely with our kitchen team in a professional and organized setting.

Tasks

• Selecting and preparing ingredients (washing, cutting, mixing, etc.)
• Performing quality checks during preparation (doneness, taste, color) and adjusting where necessary
• Ensuring consistent quality and hygiene standards
• Supervising kitchen assistants and correcting where needed
• Managing inventory, ordering ingredients, and checking deliveries
• Cleaning the workspace, kitchen equipment, and stations daily
• Reporting technical issues and resolving minor malfunctions
• Contributing ideas for menu composition, updates, and preparation methods

Requirements

• Ability to work independently and take initiative with a problem-solving mindset
• Strong sense of responsibility and teamwork
• MBO-3 level of thinking/working (if you don’t fully meet this, you are still encouraged to apply)
• Demonstrable knowledge of basic cooking techniques

Benefits

• Professional and friendly working environment
• Proper guidance during the onboarding period
• Opportunities for growth and development in the kitchenFlexible working hours (daytime, evenings, and weekends)
• Full-time position (38 hours per week)
• Gross salary: €2,750 – €3,250 per month
• Training opportunities
• Free accommodation
• Career advancement opportunities
• Travel cost reimbursement
• Free meals during shifts
• Additional paid leave days
• Discounts for friends, family, and employees
• Financial relocation assistance (ticket support)

Salarisomschrijving

EUR 2750-3250 per month

Vaardigheden

• Er is geen minimale opleiding vereist
• Je beheerst Engels