Independent Chef (level 1)
We at world restaurant Eten & Zo in Zwolle are looking for a motivated Independent Chef (Level I) to strengthen our kitchen team. Are you a skilled chef who thrives in the kitchen? As our chef, you will be responsible for the preparation and presentation of dishes and meal components. You will work under the guidance of our head chef or owner but can also independently manage the kitchen when needed. Additionally, you will collaborate with fellow chefs and, if required, supervise kitchen assistants. You will follow established guidelines regarding ingredients, recipes, working methods, and visual presentation. Our restaurant is located at Boerendanserdijk 43, 8024 AE in Zwolle. We are looking for someone who is available full-time (38 hours per week). Interested? Please contact Ms. Sun at werken@etenenzozwolle.nl.
Your Responsibilities:
- Selecting, preparing (washing, cutting, mixing, etc.), and cooking dishes according to recipes.
- Conducting intermediate checks (doneness, taste, color, etc.) and making adjustments as needed.
- Ensuring consistent quality and hygiene.
- Coordinating and directing (assistant) chefs and kitchen staff.
- Maintaining inventory, ordering ingredients, and checking deliveries.
- Daily cleaning of the work environment, kitchen equipment, and workstations.
- Reporting technical faults and resolving minor issues.
- Providing input on menu composition, changes, and methods.
What We Offer You:
- A professional and pleasant working environment.
- Proper guidance during the onboarding period.
- Opportunities for further development in the kitchen.
- Flexible working hours (day and evening shifts, including weekends).
- Full-time: 38 hours per week.
- Gross salary: €2,500 to €3,000.
- You take independent initiative and act solution-oriented.
- You work with conviction and dare to take responsibility.
- MBO-3 (vocational education) work and thinking level. (If you don’t meet the requirements, please still contact us to see what we can do.)
- Demonstrable knowledge of basic cooking techniques.
- We provide training.
- Free accommodation.
- Promotion opportunities.
- Travel allowance.
- Free meal during shifts.
- Additional paid leave days.
- Discounts for friends/family/employees.
- Financial relocation assistance (ticket).
