Head Chef - The College Hotel / The Dean Restaurant

At Corendon, you step into a dynamic, international work environment where energy, style, and a strong sense of community come together. Here, you’re not just a colleague you become part of a close-knit family driven by passion, ambition, and hospitality. This is the heart of our culture and the essence of the Corendon DNA.

We believe that work is more than just a job. It’s a place where you can be yourself, where you build something meaningful together with your colleagues, and where your contribution is truly appreciated. You’ll experience this not only in the atmosphere but also in everything we offer you.

What is in it for me?

• A fulltime competitive salary between €3.500,- & €4.400,- per month.

• A stylish, dynamic, international working environment;

• A unique opportunity to be part of a fun, friendly and enthusiastic team;

• Special discounted (staff) rates for 9000+ Marriott hotels worldwide for you, your family and friends!

• Personal coaching & training to support you in your day-to-day job

• Career opportunities within the Corendon group;

• Space for own initiative;

• A you know where you work day, so you will receive 1 overnight stay for 2 people and can enjoy a delicious dinner;

• We organize many social activities, such as our Associate Appreciation Week, an annual Staff Party, Friday afternoon drinks and Team outings,

• Free use of our own gym.

• AMAZING discounts with Corendon tour operator

• Special discount. Not only for you, but for your friends and family too!

• Want to try out one of our Mondi restaurants? We will give you 25% discount on your total bill.

• Need some time to recharge? We have our own spa and wellness which you can enjoy with a huge discount. Also, you will get 2 massages for FREE per year.

Become part of the Corendon Family as our new Head Chef!

We are looking for you as our Head Chef at The College Hotel, Autoraph Collection by Marriott.

The College Hotel is one of the hotspots in Oud-Zuid. The hotel is housed in a stylish 19th-century building, which opened as a school in 1895. You can spend the night in what used to be the math classroom, the biology classroom or maybe the economics classroom. The hotel is harmonized with “state of the art” design with respect for authenticity. Each room is unique and has its own details from the past. The fantastic location, the iconic boutique hotel The College, makes a night out for dinner extra special. The College Hotel is now a Marriott franchise which has changed its full name to:
The College Hotel, Autograph Collection by Marriott. This brings new challenges. For you as an employee, this provides interesting benefits such as discounts at other Marriott brands and extra training for your personal development and growth!

💡 Did you know that we are a certified training company and were even chosen as one of the top 10 training companies in the Netherlands last year? Something we are proud of and would love to make even more well-known!

What does the job include?

Are you a passionate chef with a love for hospitality and experience in a classic brasserie kitchen? Then this is your opportunity to become part of the beautiful The College Hotel and our restaurant The Dean, including our Bar & Bistro, where culinary excellence and coaching come together.

As Head Chef, you are responsible for the day-to-day kitchen operations at The Dean, Bar & Bistro. You are hands-on in the kitchen, actively working with your team and leading by example. You also play an important role in coaching and supervising students and trainees, helping them develop their skills in a real hospitality environment.

Your role includes:
✔️ Managing, coaching, and developing your kitchen team and hospitality students
✔️ Overseeing the kitchen operations in both The Dean Restaurant and Bar & Bistro
✔️ Ensuring daily operations run smoothly according to brand and service standards
✔️ Working closely with other departments for a seamless guest experience
✔️ Taking responsibility for food quality, hygiene (HACCP), stock control, and cost efficiency
✔️ Actively contributing to menu development with fresh ideas and seasonal products
✔️ Motivating the team to deliver a consistent “WOW” experience

As Head Chef, you are not just responsible for delivering great food — you also help build the next generation of hospitality professionals while running a vibrant and dynamic kitchen.

Acquisition

Acquisition in response to this vacancy is not appreciated.
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At Corendon, you step into a dynamic, international work environment where energy, style, and a strong sense of community come together. Here, you’re not just a colleague you become part of a close-knit family driven by passion, ambition, and hospitality. This is the heart of our culture and the essence of the Corendon DNA.

We believe that work is more than just a job. It’s a place where you can be yourself, where you build something meaningful together with your colleagues, and where your contribution is truly appreciated. You’ll experience this not only in the atmosphere but also in everything we offer you.

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• Experience: Extensive experience as a head chef

• Leadership: Demonstrated leadership skills and the ability to inspire and motivate a team.

• Creativity: Innovative in developing new menus and creating unique dishes

• Organization: Excellent organizational skills to ensure smooth kitchen operations, including inventory management and cost control.

• Hygiene and Safety: Solid knowledge of food hygiene and safety standards, and the ability to maintain them.

• Budget Management: Skill in budgeting and managing budgets, including monitoring food costs.

• Communication: Good communication skills to collaborate effectively with the team and communicate with guests.

• Flexibility: Willingness to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

• Passion: A genuine passion for cooking

If you have any questions about this job opening, feel free to call or message us:

Jeffrey Roger Otten, Corporate Recruiter: 06 18 73 89 01

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