Zelfstandig werkend kok-I / Independent working Chef-I

Kashmir kitchen; Utrecht; On-site; EUR 28,458 - 34,038; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel allowance

Internal training programmes

Pleasant working atmosphere

Job summary

A culinary establishment in Utrecht is seeking an independent working chef who can create their own dishes while being part of a dedicated team. The role is full-time, requiring relocation to the Netherlands, with a salary ranging from €2550 to €3050 per month based on experience. Duties include supervising dish preparation, ensuring compliance with food safety regulations, and maintaining hygiene standards. Ideal candidates will show a proactive attitude and strong culinary skills.

Qualifications

• Demonstrable knowledge of basic cooking techniques.
• Ability to motivate and enthuse others.
• Shows exemplary behaviour in the kitchen.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and supervise dishes.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations.
• Monitor the shelf life and hygiene of inventory.

Skills

Basic cooking techniques

Motivational skills

Confidence in abilities

Proactive attitude

Ability to work independently

Education

MBO level 3

Job description

Overview

At Kashmir Kitchen in Utrecht, we are committed to fostering a collaborative and respectful environment where your culinary skills can truly flourish. We celebrate diversity and embrace innovative ideas that elevate our guests’ dining experience. We are seeking six independent working chefs. As an independent working chef I, you will have the freedom to create your own dishes while being an integral part of a dedicated team that prioritizes excellence and creativity.

We require relocation to the Netherlands and the position is based in Utrecht. The role is full‑time, 38 hours per week.

Responsibilities

• To prepare and supervise dishes.
• Evaluate the quality of ingredients and prepare necessary tools.
• Handle preparatory work such as washing, cutting, mixing, etc., and prepare parts of dishes simultaneously.
• Perform interim quality checks for doneness, taste, color, flowability, etc., and adjust or add as necessary.
• Prepare orders for passing on to helpers.
• Ensure work is carried out in accordance with regulations (HACCP, occupational safety, etc.).
• Plan daily activities, order food and supplies, receive, check, and store ordered items.
• Monitor the shelf life and hygiene of inventory.
• Clean the work environment and kitchen equipment; dispose of waste.
• Identify issues or deficiencies and resolve minor malfunctions independently.
• Check and account for used quantities of ingredients and semi‑finished products.
• Contribute to menu, work instructions, etc.
• Develop or adjust recipes and discuss any deviations in menus; translate proposals into recipe instructions.

Requirements

• MBO level 3 work and thinking level.
• Demonstrable knowledge of basic cooking techniques.
• Shows interest in others and what concerns them.
• Knows how to motivate and enthuse others.
• Instills confidence and gives space to work independently and make mistakes.
• Lets others see exemplary behaviour.
• Starts proactively and does not wait.
• Has confidence in own abilities and quality.
• Looks ahead in their own work and acts when necessary.
• Notices when things are left undone and takes action when possible.
• Corrects immediately if requirements are not met.
• Asks for feedback from guests about quality and service.
• Presents suggestions to improve procedures.
• Remains calm and serene under difficult circumstances or high workload.
• Recovers quickly from setbacks or disappointments.
• Continues to work goal‑oriented even under pressure.

Benefits

• Varied shifts.
• Nice colleagues.
• Salary according to hospitality collective labour agreement: €2550‑3050 per month (based on experience).
• Pleasant working atmosphere and a work environment with clear structures.
• Travel allowance.
• Daily clean work attire.
• Internal training programmes.

Application Details

Language: English or Dutch (Required).

Work location: In person.

Are you willing to relocate to the Netherlands?

If you are passionate about Indian cuisine and meet the qualifications above, we invite you to apply and join our culinary team!