Job Title: Sous Chef - 5* hotel
Location: Rotterdam, Netherlands
Salary: €35,000 - €40,000 gross per year

A new luxury hotel in Rotterdam is preparing for launch and seeks a Sous Chef to support the Head Chef in establish and leading all kitchen operations from the ground up. The culinary vision features contemporary Mediterranean cuisine, delivered within a high-end hospitality setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Overseeing the complete kitchen opening and setup
• Participating in creating menus that meet brand standards and guest expectations
• Maintaining food quality, presentation, and consistency
• Handling purchasing, supplier relations, inventory control, and food cost optimization
• Enforcing hygiene, safety, and HACCP procedures
• Participating in the recruiting and training processes and supervising kitchen staff
• Collaborating with the F&B service team to ensure smooth operations
• Driving culinary innovation and continuous improvement

Candidate Profile

• Proven experience as Sous Chef in 4/5-star hotels or high-volume restaurants
• Experience with hotel openings is a strong advantage
• 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 within the hotels of the same company
• Free and unlimited online training
• Access to exclusive employee benefits and discounts
• Referral program with rewards including hotel stays
• The opportunity to participate in leading the culinary opening of a new hotel

For more information or to apply, please submit your CV to luizas@corecruitment.com

Job Title: Sous Chef - 5* hotel
Location: Rotterdam, Netherlands
Salary: €35,000 - €40,000 gross per year