Lead Kitchen Opening Chef — Culinary Innovation

Hotelprofessionals - Eurostars Rijnhaven; Rotterdam; On-site; EUR 55,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounts in hotels worldwide

Online training access

Employee club benefits

Referral program with hotel nights

Opportunity to lead culinary opening

Job summary

Eurostars Hotel Company seeks a Head Chef to lead the opening team of a new hotel in Rotterdam, Netherlands. The role oversees kitchen setup, menu design, and maintaining top culinary standards to deliver an exceptional guest experience.

Ideal candidates bring proven Head Chef or Sous Chef experience in high-volume settings, strong leadership, and a passion for gastronomy. The position offers exposure to an opening project and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as Head Chef or Sous Chef in 4/5 hotels or high-volume restaurants.
• Experience in hotel openings is a strong plus.
• Strong leadership and organizational skills.
• High standards of quality and attention to detail.
• Passion for gastronomy and team development.

Responsibilities

• Lead the full opening and setup of the kitchen.
• Design menus aligned with brand standards and guest expectations.
• Ensure food quality, presentation, and consistency.
• Manage purchasing, supplier relations, stock control, and food-cost optimization.
• Implement hygiene, safety, and HACCP procedures.
• Recruit, train, and supervise the kitchen team.
• Coordinate with the F&B service team to ensure smooth operations.
• Drive culinary innovation and continuous improvement.

Skills

Engels

Education

No minimum education

Job description

Eurostars Hotel Company seeks a Head Chef to lead the opening team of a new hotel in Rotterdam, Netherlands. The role oversees kitchen setup, menu design, and maintaining top culinary standards to deliver an exceptional guest experience.

Ideal candidates bring proven Head Chef or Sous Chef experience in high-volume settings, strong leadership, and a passion for gastronomy. The position offers exposure to an opening project and opportunities for professional growth.