Senior Sous Chef

COREcruitment; Vlieland; On-site; EUR 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff housing

4 or 5 day work week

Accommodation provided (modest fee)

Job summary

COREcruitment on Vlieland, Friesland is seeking a talented Senior Sous Chef to join our young, dynamic kitchen team on Vlieland’s island with nature-rich surroundings, where guests return for the food. The ideal candidate has formal culinary education and 3–5 years of professional kitchen experience, with a passion for French cuisine, leadership by example, and fluency in Dutch.

The role offers a permanent 38-hour contract, holiday pay, staff housing, and options for 4 or 5 day weeks, with

Qualifications

• Formal culinary education and 3–5 years of professional kitchen experience.
• Knowledge of current food trends and dietary restrictions.
• Strong hygiene and food safety standards.
• Dutch language fluency.

Responsibilities

• Hands-on approach with active involvement in kitchen operations.
• Innovative mindset with creative menu ideas.
• Maintain a creative, visually appealing, and high-quality culinary offer.
• Use premium ingredients with no compromises on quality.
• Strong attention to detail with efficient workflow management.
• Maintain a smooth, clean, professional kitchen environment.
• Lead by example with high standards for the team.

Skills

Leadership

Creativity

Food safety

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Education

Formal culinary education

Job description

Job Title: Senior Sous Chef

Location: Vlieland, Friesland

Salary: €2500-€3800 gross per month

ASAP Start

We are looking for a talented Senior Sous Chef to join our young, dynamic kitchen team on Vlieland’s culinary scene and enjoy life on an island full of nature.The restaurant isn’t just a place to eat, it’s a place where guests return to the island just for its food.

If you’re ready to inspire, innovate, and elevate, we want you to shape the future of our kitchen.The ideal candidate can be someone with great experience, with passion for French cuisine or someone who is ready to make the next career step and shine as a Head Chef and will thrive in an environment where attention to detail is high, has a passion for culinary creativity, and is committed to delivering exceptional dining experiences.

Key Responsibilities

• Hands-on approach with a passion for active involvement in kitchen operations.
• Innovative mindset with a track record of contributing creative menu ideas.
• Ability to maintain a creative, visually appealing, and high-quality culinary offer.
• Commitment to using only premium ingredients, with no compromises on quality.
• Strong attention to detail paired with efficient workflow management.
• Experience in maintaining a smooth, clean, and professional kitchen environment.
• Leadership by example, setting high standards for the team.

Qualifications & Skills

• Formal culinary education and 3–5 years of professional kitchen experience.
• Creative, enthusiastic, and dedicated to delighting guests with exceptional experiences.
• Knowledgeable about current food trends, dietary restrictions, culinary techniques, and execution.
• Strong understanding of hygiene and food safety standards.
• Flourishes with creative autonomy and the freedom to innovate.
• Collaborative team player who works seamlessly across departments.
• Enjoys building relationships with a close-knit team and loyal guests.
• Fluency in Dutch language.

What We Offer

• Permanent 38-hour contract.
• A motivated, passionate team.
• Holiday pay.
• Staff housing (an independent home for you + partner if needed).
• 4 or 5 day work week.
• Accommodation provided against a moderate fee: independent staff housing (with options for partners/children, if applicable)