Head Chef

Job Title: Head chef - 5* hotel
Location: Rotterdam, Netherlands
Salary: €40,000 - €48,000 gross per year

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

This pivotal leadership role within the pre-opening team is responsible for shaping the kitchen’s identity, assembling the culinary team, and establishing operational excellence before and after opening.

Key Responsibilities

Direct the complete establishment and launch of all hotel kitchen operations and dining outletsCreate and execute a Mediterranean-focused menu that reflects a luxury hotel dining experienceMaintain consistent quality, presentation, and service standards across breakfast, à la carte, and event cateringManage procurement, vendor relationships, inventory systems, and food cost optimizationEnforce and uphold rigorous hygiene, HACCP, and food safety protocolsRecruit, train, and manage the kitchen staff during the hotel’s pre-opening phaseCollaborate with Food & Beverage and senior management to deliver a flawless guest experienceChampion menu innovation, seasonal refreshes, and culinary concept evolutionTrack kitchen performance metrics, staffing levels, and operational effectiveness

Candidate Profile

Demonstrated experience as Executive Chef, Head Chef, or Senior Sous Chef in 4- or 5-star hotels or equivalent luxury hospitality settingsExtensive expertise in Mediterranean cuisine; Spanish culinary background is a significant advantagePrior involvement in hotel launches or pre-opening initiatives is highly beneficialSelf-assured and organized leader with a track record of managing kitchen teams in hotel environmentsDeep knowledge of hotel food service operations, cost management, and multi-outlet deliveryCommitment to culinary excellence, guest satisfaction, and staff developmentCapacity to thrive in a dynamic pre-opening setting

What’s on Offer

Chance to spearhead the culinary debut of a luxury Rotterdam hotelAttractive compensation package commensurate with experienceSignificant independence in defining kitchen operations and culinary visionLong-term professional growth opportunities in a global hospitality contextEncouraging and driven pre-opening team environment   If you are a dynamic leader with a passion for food and luxury hospitality, we invite you to apply. Please submit your CV to luizas@corecruitment.com   Job Title: Head chef - 5* hotel
Location: Rotterdam, Netherlands
Salary: €40,000 - €48,000 gross per year