Sous Chef - 5* Hotel Rotterdam (Opening)

Hotusa Group; Rotterdam; Hybrid; EUR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hotel discounts

Online training

Employee club

Referral program

Job summary

Eurostars Hotel Company in Rotterdam is seeking a Head Chef to lead the opening and setup of the kitchen. You will design menus aligned with brand standards and guest expectations, and ensure food quality, presentation, and consistency.

You will manage purchasing, supplier relations, stock control, and food-cost optimization while enforcing hygiene, safety, and HACCP. Recruiting and training the kitchen team and coordinating with the F&B service team will be essential for a smooth opening.

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

• Leading the opening and setup of the kitchen.
• Designing menus aligned with brand standards and guest expectations.
• Ensuring food quality, presentation, and consistency.
• Managing purchasing, supplier relations, stock control, and food-cost optimization.
• Implementing hygiene, safety, and HACCP procedures.
• Recruiting, training, and supervising the kitchen team.
• Coordinating with the F&B service team to ensure smooth operations.
• Driving culinary innovation and continuous improvement.

Skills

Leadership

Menu design

Food quality

HACCP knowledge

Purchasing & cost control

Recruiting & training

Team development

Job description

ID: 8954

Welcome to Eurostars Hotel Company, The Happiness Industry!

Eurostars Hotel Company is the hotel division of Grupo Hotusa, with more than 300 hotels across 20+ countries. We believe that the success of a company lies in the talent and passion of its people.

Would you like to join the Happiness Industry?

We are looking for a Head Chef to join the opening team of a new hotel in Rotterdam (Netherlands).

What will you be responsible for?

Leading the full opening and setup of the kitchen.

Designing menus aligned with brand standards and guest expectations.

Ensuring food quality, presentation, and consistency.

Managing purchasing, supplier relations, stock control, and food-cost optimization.

Implementing hygiene, safety, and HACCP procedures.

Recruiting, training, and supervising the kitchen team.

Coordinating with the F&B service team to ensure smooth operations.

Driving culinary innovation and continuous improvement.

What are we looking for?

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.

What do we offer?

Up to 50% discount in our 4/5 hotels worldwide.

Free and unlimited online training with The Power Business School.

Access to our Employee Club with exclusive advantages and discounts.

Referral program rewarding your recommendations with hotel nights.

The opportunity to lead the culinary opening of a new hotel.