You are so much more than a cook, you are a Culinary leader in the path of discovery. It is your passion to lead a team while cooking and sharing stories with the products you use and the way you present them. Ultimately creating a unique and personalized guest experience.

As Executive Chef you will oversee the complete Kitchen operation ensuring a high standard of quality to be upheld consistently. Implement menu engineering and maximise food revenue whilst controlling costs and other overheads.

Your day will consist of

• Co-ordination of all aspects of the Kitchen operation to ensure that the services of the department are delivered to guests with the aim of exceeding guest expectations and in accordance with Renaissance’s standards and procedures.

  
  

• Analyse and respond to guest feedback, guest satisfaction and ambassador satisfaction information; and give a positive commitment to continuous improvement of product and performance.

  
  

• Responsible for the day to day management of the Kitchen team

  
  

• Lead menu development in conjunction with the F&B Manager and Sous Chef.

  
  

• Be creative in the design and implementation of ongoing food concepts.

  
  

• Oversee the Stewarding operation to ensure it is operating efficiently and effectively.

  
  

• Work together with venue managers on a daily basis for all operational requirements.

  
  

• Work together with the Chief Engineer as to maintenance requirements and be instrumental in planning a maintenance program for all kitchens to ensure all equipment is maintained and in proper working order.

  
  

• Effective recruitment, training and development, certification, performance evaluation, turnover reduction and optimisation of productivity.

  
  

• Efficient scheduling produced according to Hotel policy.

  
  

• Ensure compliance with all relevant Workplace Health & Safety and Occupational Health & Safety legislation, and related Renaissance Policies.

  
  

You…

• Live life to Discover

  
  

• Have a coaching mentality

  
  

• Have a passion for food and creative food displays (and the skills to deliver)

  
  

• Can communicate in English (Dutch is a plus but not a must)

  
  

• Are in the possession of a culinary degree          

  
  

• Currently hold the same position in a similar type of operation OR have at least 2 years of experience as Executive / Senior Sous chef   

  
  

• Able to work in weekends, weekdays and holidays

  
  

• Have knowledge of overall hotel operations

  
  

We…

• Offer you a great place to work in a diverse team

  
  

• Offer a dynamic working environment and team with a work hard, play hard kind of mentality

  
  

• Offer a working environment where learning & development are a priority (internal and external job trainings will be provided regularly)

  
  

• Have a special Associate Discount Rate in all Marriott Hotels worldwide

  
  

• Competitive salary according to the Horeca Collective Labor Agreement

  
  

And also a lot of very nice Employee Benefits from IHCP Hotels like…

• A bucket list program where we safe money for your wish list

  
  

• Enjoy a free guest experience in the hotel you work for

  
  

• Not sick bonus of €250 

  
  

• Free night stay

  
  

• Recruitment incentive of €150

  
  

• Special rates in all our hotels

  
  

• Discounts with your IHCP employee card

  
  

• Access to unlimited digital Dutch language courses

  
  

JOIN OUR TEAM

“LET YOUR PASSION FOR DISCOVERY BECOME A CAREER” - Renaissance 

This Renaissance Hotel is franchisee-owned and operated

The Renaissance Amsterdam Schiphol Airport Hotel, located at the border of Aalsmeer and Schiphol, provides a unique mix of modern style and characteristics from Amsterdam Bos.

Our working culture follows a flat hierarchy as we aim for communication and collaboration between all colleagues. Furthermore, we want to encourage our employees to share new ideas and be involved. 

At Renaissance Amsterdam Schiphol Airport we believe that satisfied employees can perform great customer service, therefore, we provide a working environment that stimulates motivation, creativity, innovation and originality. The Renaissance addresses the discoverer in all of us who like to add new tastes, sights and experiences to their own story.