De Groene Olifant is a beautiful and old café 2.0 in Amsterdam-east under the shadow of Artis. A place where good food, excellent service, hospitality, and quality drinks come first. This wonderful venue is the place where the whole neighborhood loves to spend their free time! Hospitality and conviviality are paramount in this concept, and everyone is welcome for a nice beer on the terrace, a delicious bottle of wine with a cheese platter, an extensive dinner in the evening, or a cocktail in the late hours. There is something for everyone, and everyone will feel at home here.   We are looking for a sous chef for De Groene Olifant who has an affinity for creating and developing great dishes, aspires to grow within the organization, and is above all a huge team player.   

The role; 

• Leading and directing your team, you are a true team player;  

• Co-creating the menu that changes every 3 months; 

• Co-responsible for the quality and consistency of the kitchen;  

• Keeping track of the purchasing and stock in the kitchen;  

• Receiving and checking orders;  

• Responsible for keeping the work environment clean;  

• Responsibility for identifying issues and defects in the work environment;  

• Working cost-consciously, effectively, and efficiently;  

• Ensuring compliance with safety regulations;   

• Responsible for HACCP.     

Who are you? 

• Proven management experience in the kitchen, or ambitious & quick learning; 

• Available full-time (4-day workweek negotiable); 

• Affinity with world cuisine, creative mindset; 

• Good communication skills;  

• You have a passion for hospitality;  

• Positive attitude & you ensure a pleasant working atmosphere. 

What do we offer? 

• A very friendly team; 

• Staff discount at all our venues; 

• Many other discounts and benefits via Alleo; 

• Option for mental support via OpenUP; 

• Option for flexible payment; 

• Room for your own input and creativity; 

• Fun staff outings; 

• Opportunities for growth within an ambitious hospitality group; 

• Possibility to participate in various training courses for your development.