Executive Chef (ex Chef)

Job Title: Executive Chef - New Luxury Italian Restaurant Concept

Salary: €6,000 gross per month + 8% holiday allowance

Location: Amsterdam, Netherlands

A new luxury Italian dining concept launching in Amsterdam is seeking an exceptional Executive Chef to join the project from its development phase. This establishment will emphasize refined hospitality, premium ingredients, sophisticated presentation, and dynamic high-volume service within an upscale dining environment.

We are looking for candidates with experience in internationally recognized luxury hospitality. The ideal profile comes from high-end, high-volume restaurant settings with a strong commitment to service excellence, ambiance, consistency, and modern fine dining.

Key Responsibilities:

• Define and execute the culinary vision and menu development

• Recruit, train, and lead the kitchen team

• Establish and maintain operational frameworks, consistency, and quality benchmarks

• Manage food costs, procurement, supplier relations, and kitchen administration

• Ensure exceptional execution during high-volume luxury service

• Collaborate with ownership and senior leadership on guest experience and concept evolution

• Foster a culture of professionalism, hospitality, and collaboration in the kitchen

The Ideal Candidate:

• Strong operational capabilities

• Demonstrated expertise in high-end Italian cuisine

• Proven track record in high-volume luxury service operations

• Exceptional leadership and team development abilities

• Contemporary and refined culinary approach

• Global perspective with deep hospitality roots

Job Title: Executive Chef - New Luxury Italian Restaurant Concept

Salary: €6,000 gross per month + 8% holiday allowance

Location: Amsterdam, Netherlands

If you would like to have more information about the role, please apply or send your cv to luizas@corecruitment.com