Junior Sous Chef

De L'Europe Amsterdam; Amsterdam; On-site; EUR 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Gross salary (38h)

Vacation days 25

8% holiday allowance

Pension Horeca

Travel allowance

Uniform care and washing

Discounts at restaurants/hotels

Job summary

De L'Europe Amsterdam’s Brasserie Marie seeks a Senior Chef de Partie to support daily kitchen operations, lead by example, and push culinary excellence in a luxury setting.

You will assist in preparing and plating, supervise staff during service, and uphold strict hygiene and safety standards while contributing ideas for menu development and coaching junior teammates.

Qualifications

• Ambitious, motivated chef with Senior Chef de Partie experience.
• Strong leadership and teamwork skills in a fast-paced kitchen.
• Commitment to high standards of food quality, hygiene, and safety.

Responsibilities

• Support the kitchen leadership team in daily operations.
• Prepare and plate high-quality dishes.
• Supervise and motivate the kitchen team during service.
• Maintain high standards of food quality, hygiene and safety.
• Contribute ideas for menu development and improvements.
• Share knowledge with colleagues and coach junior teammates.
• Collaborate with Head Chef and Sous Chef.

Skills

Leadership

Team coordination

Food preparation

Sanitation & safety

Communication

Tools

Kitchen equipment knowledge

Job description

About Us

At Brasserie Marie, the art of hospitality comes to life in the heart of Amsterdam. Nestled within the vibrant De L’Europe Amsterdam, our brasserie is a culinary haven infused with the rich flavors of the Côte d’Azur. From the warm ambiance to the exquisite dishes, Marie embodies the vibrant French Riviera, inviting guests into a world of exquisite taste.

What You’ll Do

• Support the kitchen leadership team in daily operations
• Actively participate in preparing and plating high‑quality dishes
• Supervise and motivate the kitchen team during service
• Help maintain high standards of food quality, hygiene and safety
• Contribute ideas for menu development and improvements
• Share knowledge and skills with colleagues
• Assist in training and coaching junior team members
• Work closely with Head Chef Jop Schippers and the Sous Chef

Who You Are

• An ambitious and motivated chef with experience as a Senior Chef de Partie
• Passionate about cooking and eager to grow into a leadership role
• A natural team player who leads by example
• Someone who thrives in a fast‑paced kitchen environment
• Strong sense of responsibility and attention to detail
• Positive, energetic and solution‑oriented mindset
• Able to communicate clearly and work effectively with colleagues
• Flexible and willing to work evenings, weekends and holidays
• You take pride in your work and inspire the people around you through your attitude and dedication

Nice to Have

• Experience in a brasserie or similar concept
• Interest in luxury hospitality
• Experience or interest in coaching and developing others
• Affinity with French cuisine or Mediterranean flavors

What We Offer You

• A competitive gross salary based on 38 hours
• Salary ranges from Junior, Medior to Senior to grow
• 25 vacation days and 8% holiday allowance
• Pension Horeca & Catering
• Travel allowance
• Discount on health insurance
• Lease your own Swapfiets
• We take care of and wash your uniform
• Experience stay at De L’Europe Amsterdam
• 50% discount in our own restaurants & bars and partner hotels
• Friends and family discount rate
• Varied fresh and healthy meals
• Personal coaching
• Development opportunities based on your ambition

Let’s meet!

We are looking forward meeting you! When you send your application, we will carefully review and personally contact you. After that you will be invited to meet us in person. This is your opportunity to get to know your future colleagues and ours to understand your strengths and potential. If we both feel there is a match, we schedule the next step. This can be another chat with different colleagues, a look behind the scenes or an assessment. We do whatever is needed to decide on your next career step!