Head Chef EMA

The European Medicines Agency is an agency of the European Union in charge of the evaluation and supervision of pharmaceutical products. The building is located on the Zuidas in Amsterdam in the impressive Vivaldi building. It is an international workplace where English is the go-to language. It is a high-end location with a luxurious look and feel. There are 3 outlets in the building, including the restaurant, coffee bar, and the Sky lounge. The restaurant serves breakfast and a luxurious hot lunch for around 800 guests per day. We also take care of the banqueting, so it can be quite busy. The building at EMA is open 24/7 and the kitchen is open between 7 a.m. and 4 p.m.

You will soon get to know the guests you receive every day. This allows you to respond to their (dietary) wishes and, together with the fantastic team, make everyone happy. EMA is easily accessible by car and public transport.

Jouw team

"Are you looking for an international and dynamic working environment where team spirit is of paramount importance? Do you want to be part of a close-knit team that not only works hard but also celebrates successes and enjoys what they do? Then you are at the right place!

Our team is multicultural and open-minded, and values diversity of thought and perspectives. It is a big family, where everyone can be themselves. “We encourage the sharing of ideas and strive for continuous growth and development, both professionally and personally.”

Jouw functie

You can certainly get your culinary fix at this location. As a Head Chef at Vermaat, you are challenged every day to serve guests a varied healthy, sustainable menu. With only fresh quality products. A standard menu cycle is not an option. You surprise guests every day with your creativity, eye for detail, and knowledge of different cuisines.

You are also responsible for leading and organizing the kitchen and dishwashing staff, where you closely monitor instructions, work progress, quality, and problem-solving. You make daily planning for all ingredients, develop menus and recipes, and ensure efficient cost management.

You also manage budgets, perform personnel management tasks such as recruitment, training, and motivation, and ensure hygiene and safety regulations. Excellent communication skills (English/Dutch), flexibility, and a passion for culinary sustainable creations are essential for this role.

Just briefly summarized::

• Master of flavors in a professional kitchen environment, with weekends and evenings off!
• Shine with your creative menu creations.
• Every day is your day as a Head Chef, where you transform the menus with seasonal flair.
• True cooking enthusiast, passionate, who’s always looking for the perfect taste.
• Work clothing and safety shoes are reimbursed by Vermaat and a knife set is ready!

In short, as a Head Chef at Vermaat, you are not only a master in the kitchen, but also an inspiring leader who gets the best out of yourself and his team every day.

Jouw ingrediënten

• Demonstrated experience as a Head Chef in a professional kitchen environment
• Creativity and innovation to develop weekly changing sustainable menus that exceed our guests' expectations.
• Strong people management skills and the ability to lead and motivate a close-knit team.
• Knowledge of food safety standards and hygiene regulations. (HACCP / allergens)
• Excellent communication skills, English and Dutch

Do the ingredients not quite suit you? At Vermaat we welcome everyone and embrace our differences. Do you experience a distance from work for whatever reason? Our Job Coaches would like to get in touch with you via our Social Return page.

Jouw werkplek

The European Medicines Agency is an agency of the European Union in charge of the evaluation and supervision of pharmaceutical products. The building is located on the Zuidas in Amsterdam in the impressive Vivaldi building. It is an international workplace where English is the go-to language. It is a high-end location with a luxurious look and feel. There are 3 outlets in the building, including the restaurant, coffee bar, and the Sky lounge. The restaurant serves breakfast and a luxurious hot lunch for around 800 guests per day. We also take care of the banqueting, so it can be quite busy. The building at EMA is open 24/7 and the kitchen is open between 7 a.m. and 4 p.m.

You will soon get to know the guests you receive every day. This allows you to respond to their (dietary) wishes and, together with the fantastic team, make everyone happy. EMA is easily accessible by car and public transport.

Jouw team

"Are you looking for an international and dynamic working environment where team spirit is of paramount importance? Do you want to be part of a close-knit team that not only works hard but also celebrates successes and enjoys what they do? Then you are at the right place!

Our team is multicultural and open-minded, and values diversity of thought and perspectives. It is a big family, where everyone can be themselves. “We encourage the sharing of ideas and strive for continuous growth and development, both professionally and personally.”

Jouw functie

You can certainly get your culinary fix at this location. As a Head Chef at Vermaat, you are challenged every day to serve guests a varied healthy, sustainable menu. With only fresh quality products. A standard menu cycle is not an option. You surprise guests every day with your creativity, eye for detail, and knowledge of different cuisines.

You are also responsible for leading and organizing the kitchen and dishwashing staff, where you closely monitor instructions, work progress, quality, and problem-solving. You make daily planning for all ingredients, develop menus and recipes, and ensure efficient cost management.

You also manage budgets, perform personnel management tasks such as recruitment, training, and motivation, and ensure hygiene and safety regulations. Excellent communication skills (English/Dutch), flexibility, and a passion for culinary sustainable creations are essential for this role.

Just briefly summarized::

• Master of flavors in a professional kitchen environment, with weekends and evenings off!
• Shine with your creative menu creations.
• Every day is your day as a Head Chef, where you transform the menus with seasonal flair.
• True cooking enthusiast, passionate, who’s always looking for the perfect taste.
• Work clothing and safety shoes are reimbursed by Vermaat and a knife set is ready!

In short, as a Head Chef at Vermaat, you are not only a master in the kitchen, but also an inspiring leader who gets the best out of yourself and his team every day.

Jouw ingrediënten

• Demonstrated experience as a Head Chef in a professional kitchen environment
• Creativity and innovation to develop weekly changing sustainable menus that exceed our guests' expectations.
• Strong people management skills and the ability to lead and motivate a close-knit team.
• Knowledge of food safety standards and hygiene regulations. (HACCP / allergens)
• Excellent communication skills, English and Dutch

Do the ingredients not quite suit you? At Vermaat we welcome everyone and embrace our differences. Do you experience a distance from work for whatever reason? Our Job Coaches would like to get in touch with you via our Social Return page.