Independent Chef I: Indian & Nepalese Cuisine Mastery

Only Chefs Ltd; Bodegraven; On-site; EUR 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel expense reimbursement

Uniform provided daily

Internal training opportunities

Varied shifts

Job summary

Surya Bodegraven seeks a dedicated Chef-I to join a busy kitchen near the Bodegraven station. You will independently prepare lunch and dinner, perform mise en place, and ensure quality and presentation of every dish.

HACCP, safety, inventory, and teamwork are essential to success in this role. The candidate should hold an MBO level 3 diploma, possess basic culinary skills, and communicate in Dutch or English.

Qualifications

• Holds an MBO level 3 diploma of work and thinking level MBO 3.
• Basic culinary knowledge and skills.
• Shows initiative and can work independently.
• Can handle stress and peak busy periods effectively.
• Functions well within the dynamics of a restaurant team.
• Speaks Dutch or English.

Responsibilities

• Independently prepare lunch and dinner dishes.
• Carry out mise en place and other preparatory tasks (cutting, mixing, portioning).
• Ensure the quality, taste, and presentation of all dishes.
• Apply and comply with HACCP and safety regulations.
• Manage inventory: ordering, receiving, and checking products.
• Clean and maintain kitchen equipment and workspaces.
• Contribute ideas for recipes, menu updates, and more efficient processes.
• Supervising compliance with regulations and the work of the assistants.

Skills

Independent working

Basic culinary knowledge

Initiative

Stress management

Team player

Dutch or English

Education

MBO level 3 diploma

Job description

Surya Bodegraven seeks a dedicated Chef-I to join a busy kitchen near the Bodegraven station. You will independently prepare lunch and dinner, perform mise en place, and ensure quality and presentation of every dish.

HACCP, safety, inventory, and teamwork are essential to success in this role. The candidate should hold an MBO level 3 diploma, possess basic culinary skills, and communicate in Dutch or English.