Lead Breakfast Chef - Morning-Shift Mastermind

Dalata Hotel Group; Amsterdam; On-site; EUR 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fresh meals

Uniform provided

Discount meals

Employee room rate

Friends & Family discount

Commute travel allowance

Free overnight stay

Employee assistance

Job summary

Dalata Hotel Group in Amsterdam is seeking a Breakfast Chef for Café Americain at Clayton Hotel Amsterdam American. You will lead breakfast service, oversee cold and hot buffets, and craft à la minute egg dishes, ensuring top quality presentations for guests from around the world.

You’ll work with the Sous and Head Chef, contribute to menu development, and uphold food safety and cleanliness standards in a busy morning kitchen, with a set morning roster for work-life balance.

Qualifications

• Culinary training – MBO Level 2 or higher (or equivalent).
• Hands-on experience in a professional kitchen environment.
• Solid knowledge of core cooking techniques, food safety, allergens and trends.
• Attention to quality and presentation in every dish.
• Strong organisation and time management for morning service.
• Team player with good communication and reliability.
• Frequent weekends/holidays work with a set morning roster.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Breakfast: own breakfast operations with precision and confidence.
• Manage Prep & Supplies: oversee mise en place and FIFO compliance.
• Create & Collaborate: work with sous and head chef on menu ideas.
• Maintain Standards: uphold cleanliness, food safety, and policy compliance.

Skills

Kitchen experience

Cooking techniques

Food safety

Quality focus

Team player

Education

MBO Level 2 or higher (or equivalent)

Job description

Dalata Hotel Group in Amsterdam is seeking a Breakfast Chef for Café Americain at Clayton Hotel Amsterdam American. You will lead breakfast service, oversee cold and hot buffets, and craft à la minute egg dishes, ensuring top quality presentations for guests from around the world.

You’ll work with the Sous and Head Chef, contribute to menu development, and uphold food safety and cleanliness standards in a busy morning kitchen, with a set morning roster for work-life balance.