Independent Working Chef (M/F) - Full-time - Leiden

Kathmandu Kitchen; Leiden; On-site; EUR 27,966 - 36,270; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel expense reimbursement

Daily clean workwear

Internal training and opportunities for advancement

Varied shifts with responsibilities

Job summary

Kathmandu Kitchen in Leiden is seeking an Independent Cook to join their team. This full-time position involves various responsibilities such as preparing ingredients, ensuring food quality, adhering to safety regulations, and managing inventory. The candidate should possess MBO 3 work and thinking level and has proven knowledge of basic cooking techniques. A stable workplace within a multicultural team and opportunities for training are offered, ensuring a professional work environment.

Qualifications

• Proven knowledge of basic cooking techniques.
• Ability to work independently and in a structured manner.
• Willingness to undergo internal training where necessary.

Responsibilities

• Carry out preparatory work such as washing, cutting, and mixing.
• Assess quality of products and prepare equipment.
• Execute preparations while monitoring quality and taste.
• Prepare orders for service.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and HACCP.
• Responsible for inventory and order management.
• Technical supervision of assistant(s).

Skills

Basic cooking techniques

Independent work

Structured work

Education

MBO 3 work and thinking level

Job description

About Kathmandu Kitchen

Since 2013, Kathmandu Kitchen has been the place in the Netherlands for authentic Indian and Nepalese dishes. With four successful locations and a growing team, we offer an inspiring work environment where quality, tradition, and collaboration are central. We invest in our people and create room to grow, learn, and take responsibility.

Position

Independent Cook. Employment type: Full-time / 38 hours per week, Salary indication: €2,506 - €3,250 gross per month, excluding holiday allowance. Employment conditions in accordance with the Hospitality CAO.

Duties and responsibilities

• Carrying out preparatory work such as washing, cutting, (pre-)cooking, mixing, stirring, etc.
• Assessing the quality of products/ingredients (freshness, shelf life, etc.) and preparing equipment
• Executing preparations while monitoring and adjusting quality, doneness, taste, colour, consistency, etc. where necessary
• Preparing orders for service
• Ensuring compliance with safety regulations, working conditions rules (Arbo), HACCP, and work and presentation methods
• Responsible for inventory and order management
• Technical supervision of assistant(s)

We are looking for someone who

• Has an MBO 3 work and thinking level
• Has proven knowledge of basic cooking techniques
• Can work independently and in a structured manner
• Is willing to undergo internal training where necessary

What do we offer you?

• A stable and dynamic workplace within a growing family business
• A close-knit, multicultural team with room for personal development
• Salary indication: €2,506 - €3,250 gross per month, excluding holiday allowance
• Travel expense reimbursement and daily clean workwear
• Internal training and opportunities for advancement
• A professional work environment with clear structures and room for initiative
• Varied shifts with own responsibilities

Requirements

• Speaks Dutch (English is a plus, not a requirement)
• Has a valid work and residence permit in the Netherlands

Do you feel addressed? Apply today and become part of a team where your talent truly gets to shine.