Independent Chef

Lemongrass Thai TakeAway in Utrecht is looking for an experienced and passionate Independent Chef to join our kitchen team. We are seeking someone with extensive knowledge of Thai cuisine, who is capable of preparing both traditional and modern dishes that will surprise and satisfy our guests. Our restaurant is conveniently located in the centre of Utrecht!

Your Responsibilities:

Preparing and Cooking Thai Dishes: With attention to detail and a love for the craft, you will prepare authentic Thai dishes, ensuring a perfect balance of flavors and presentation.

Inventory Management and Purchasing: You will efficiently manage the kitchen inventory, ensuring that all necessary high-quality ingredients are available. Additionally, you will be responsible for ordering fresh products on time.

Maintaining Hygiene and Safety Standards: You will ensure a clean and safe working environment by strictly adhering to hygiene guidelines and safety regulations.

Menu Development: You will contribute ideas for new menu items and keep up with the latest trends in Thai cuisine. Your creativity will help continuously refresh our menu.

What We Expect From You:

Extensive Experience: You have at least 2 years of work experience in a professional kitchen with a focus on Thai dishes, and you are fully familiar with Thai flavors and cooking methods.

Comprehensive Knowledge of Thai Ingredients and Techniques: You possess a deep understanding of Thai herbs, spices, and cooking techniques, and you can skillfully apply these in your dishes.

Good Communication and Teamwork: You are a team player who can communicate well with colleagues and contribute to a positive working atmosphere.

Flexible Availability: You are willing to work evenings and weekends, and you can be flexible to meet the restaurant's needs.

What We Offer:

Attractive Salary: We offer a competitive salary (according to the collective labor agreement) that matches your experience and skills, with opportunities for salary increases based on performance.

Pleasant Working Environment: You will work in a stimulating and respectful environment where teamwork and personal development are central.

Development Opportunities: At Lemongrass TakeAway, you will have the opportunity to further develop yourself, with possibilities for advancement within our restaurant.

Interested? Do you have a passion for Thai cuisine and want to work as an Independent Chef in a dynamic environment? Apply today! Send your CV and cover letter to [email protected]. For more information about our restaurant, visit our website: https://www.lemongrass-takeaway.nl.

We look forward to your application!

Employment Type: Full-time

Salary: Between €2,400.00 – 2,500.00 per month (collective labor agreement, CAO)

Additional Compensation:

Tips

Overtime pay

Holiday pay

Employee Benefits:

Flexible working hours

Complimentary food & drinks during working hours

Pension scheme

Language Requirement:

Dutch not required

Working Hours:

Evenings

Weekends

Holidays

Experience:

Restaurant Industry: Minimum 2 years (required)

Thai cuisine: Minimum 2 years (preferred)

Languages:

English (preferred)

Thai (preferred)

Certificates / Diploma:

HACCP (preferred)

Social Hygiene (preferred)

Diploma equivalent to ‘’Dutch MBO level 3 education’’ or higher. (required)