Head Chef

HEAD CHEF - LEONARDO ROYAL HOTEL AMSTERDAM

At Leonardo Royal Hotel Amsterdam, food is not just part of the experience - it's what sets us apart. With 490 rooms and four diverse outlets (breakfast, meeting & events, bar, and restaurant), our culinary offering is one of the main reasons international meeting organizers and guests choose us over the competition.  

 

We're looking for a Head Chef who can inspire, energize, and lead our kitchen team to deliver show-stopping à la carte dishes and unforgettable event dining experiences.  

 

Our vision is to position the Leonardo Royal Hotel as the leading choice in the upscale market, by empowering our team to consistently deliver experiences that makes you say "This is Royal" 

 

ARE YOU READY TO TAKE THE LEAD?

Every day in our hotel (kitchen) is different - and that's exactly what excites you. From leading the team through a bustling breakfast service for 500+ guests, to preparing menus for major conferences and gala dinners, to serving refined à la carte dishes for LEO's International Flavors, you make sure everything runs like clockwork. You keep an overview, give direction, leading by example, ensuring your team delivers top-quality dishes across all outlets. With your leadership and passion for food, every service becomes a smooth, memorable experience for our guests. 

 

Together with the Executive Chef, Food & Beverage Manager and Restaurant Manager, you'll be at the heart of our culinary story. Your creativity, leadership, and love for great food will drive the team forward and keep our guests and clients coming back for more. 

 

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING:

• Leading kitchen operations across all outlets - from breakfast and LEO's restaurant to meeting & events and gala dinners 
• Recruiting, onboarding, and coaching (together with your sous-chefs) both the kitchen and stewarding teams, making sure every new talent feels at home and grows with us 
• Driving menu concept engineering by shaping creative menus for breakfast, international conferences, gala dinners, and LEO's International Flavors 
• Taking charge of financial management, keeping food cost, payroll, and overall F&B costs under control while never compromising on quality 
• Ensuring the kitchen runs smoothly every day: schedules, holiday approvals, HACCP compliance, and a spotless working environment are all in your hands 
• Building strong communication with Heads of Departments to make sure our service is seamless across the entire hotel 
• Overseeing daily procurement and supplier relationships to guarantee the best products at the best value 

 

WHY YOU ARE THE ONE:

• Passionate chef with relevant (hotel) experience in a similar leadership role, preferably overseeing multiple outlets in a dynamic environment 
• You've got strong product knowledge and cooking techniques that inspire your team 
• HACCP? You've got it covered in your daily operations  
• You thrive under pressure and never lose your spark 
• Flexible and hands-on, there is a lot of flexibility but important you are present at the "right" moments 
• Above all: you love cooking, you love leading and teaching your team and you love creating experiences that guests will never forget 

 

WELCOME TO LEONARDO ROYAL HOTEL AMSTERDAM

The largest hotel of the all-Leonardo Hotels in Europe this 4-star superior hotel features 18 floors and 490 rooms with a fresh, innovative design and high-quality modern equipment. The 1,200 square meters of conference space is spread over 11 meeting rooms and an impressive ballroom of 900m2 up to 700 guests, where we host large international meetings and events, one-of-a-kind gala dinners and à la carte experience at LEO'S International Flavors. 

It is located directly at the Overamstel metro station: 5 minutes from the Zuidas and the RAI, 10 minutes from the city center and 15 minutes from Schiphol Airport. Beautiful views over the city and the most refined dishes in restaurant  

 

WHAT IS IN IT FOR YOU?

• 70% travel allowance (up to €10.71/day for commutes over 10 km) 
• Overtime paid out or saved for extra time off - your choice 
• Training and growth opportunities with the Leonardo Development Lab 
• Tax-friendly purchase options (bike, phone, etc.) via FiscFree 
• Global employee discount program - stay with us worldwide! 
• "Know Where You Work" experience: an overnight stay with dinner & breakfast in your own hotel 

 

Let's cook up something amazing together! 

 

Bring your passion, creativity, and leadership to Leonardo Royal Hotel Amsterdam.  

 

Apply today and let's make every plate unforgettable. 

📩 Apply now! 

 

Questions? Reach out to our recruitment team: jobs@leonardo-hotels.nl 

YOU'RE AWESOME! WHY AREN'T YOUR WORKING FOR US YET?
Let us know if you want to become part of our team and apply now! Questions? Contact the recruitment department: jobs@leonardo-hotels.nl