Assistant Executive Chef - Full-time - NH Amsterdam Zuid

As an Assistant Executive Chef (f/m/d), you support the Executive Chef in leading the daily kitchen operation while ensuring exceptional quality, efficiency, and teamwork.

Your Benefits at NH Hotels

• Free online & offline training organized by our own University. 
• End of year bonus (up to 100% of monthly gross salary) & refer-a-friend bonus (500 EUR).  
• Employee rates starting from €36 in all our hotels worldwide, 30% discount in the F&B outlets, and Friends & Family discount up to 25%. Various discounts in (web)shops. 
• Team building events, trips and holiday parties.  
• The opportunity to grow within our company worldwide.  
• Salary based on your experiences starting from Horeca CLA scale 7. 

Your Role at a Glance  

• Lead and supervise your kitchen section and support the Executive Chef
• Ensure high‑quality preparation, cooking, and presentation of all dishes
• Organize daily operations, assign tasks, and monitor workflow and qualityMaintain strong communication with the service team, especially during busy operations and events
• Train, guide, and support new colleagues, students, and apprenticesAssist in menu development, recipe testing, and improvement of work methods
• Manage ordering, stock control, and deliveries according to FIFOSafeguard HACCP, safety, hygiene, and brand standards at all times

What Makes You a Great Fit   

• Creating exceptional experiences comes naturally to you—hospitality is part of who you are.
• You have at least two years of experience as a Sous Chef and a passion for high‑quality cuisine.
• Busy service doesn’t stress you out, you stay calm and ensure quality in every dish.
• You’re proactive, curious, and love bringing new ideas to the kitchen.
• You have a good command of the English language; Dutch is a plus.