Cluster Executive Chef - Carstens & ARCA
We’re looking for a Cluster Executive Chef to lead a diverse and high‑performing culinary operation across two prominent hotels. This role oversees a wide portfolio of F&B outlets. You will also guide breakfast operations for both hotels, Meetings & Events catering, Caffé, in‑room dining, and several additional F&B venues across Park Plaza Victoria Amsterdam and art’otel Amsterdam.
If you’re a visionary chef who thrives in dynamic, upscale environments and loves blending innovation with operational excellence, this role is for you.
As a Cluster Executive Chef, you'll be committed to building a culturally diverse and inclusive team—from kitchen to service. Sustainability guides everything we do: from our ingredients and suppliers to how we support and develop our people.
Still interested? Great, keep reading then.
What You’ll do:
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Develop, implement, and continuously refine menu concepts and culinary direction for two unique restaurant identities: Carstens and ARCA.
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Lead R&D, menu tastings, seasonal rollouts, and special culinary events.
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Ensure culinary concepts remain commercially viable, competitive, and aligned with brand positioning.
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Oversee day‑to‑day kitchen operations across both outlets, ensuring consistency, quality, and compliance with health & safety standards.
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Establish and maintain culinary SOPs, recipes, plating guides, and quality benchmarks.
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Drive efficiency through cost control of food, labor, and kitchen resources.
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Lead, inspire, and mentor kitchen teams across both venues.
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Coach team members through performance reviews and career development plans.
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Manage culinary budgeting, including food and labor costs.
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Monitor revenue performance and adjust menus and pricing accordingly.
Are you the perfect match?
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You have 5 to 7 years' experience as an Cluster Executive Chef in relevant restaurants or hotels.
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You have experience managing multiple outlets or complex culinary operations.
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You have a strong understanding of European culinary trends; experience with Dutch, Portuguese, or Asian cuisines is a plus.
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You speak fluent English; Dutch is a plus.
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You have experience managing key stakeholders—from suppliers and F&B leadership to cross‑department teams—ensuring smooth communication and operational alignment.
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You bring solid expertise in overseeing kitchen budgets, forecasting, and food‑cost management, consistently achieving financial targets.
Benefits of working with us as an Cluster Executive Chef:
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Birthday bonus of €250 (gross, paid in the month of your birthday)
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Competitive salary
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Tasty meal during shift
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Industry pension plan
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25 days holiday
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1 extra day off for your wellbeing
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Exciting job opportunities within PPHE Hotel Group across Europe
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Discounted hotel rates (extends to the Radisson Hotel Group worldwide and family & friends)
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50% F&B discount at our restaurants and bars (for your whole party)
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Travel compensation (max €200 net pm based on full-time employment)
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Recommend a friend scheme (earn up to €750 for each friend who joins us)
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8% holiday allowance (paid yearly in May)
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Flexible working policy (if applicable)
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Annual company parties and outings
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Exclusive discounts in the employee benefit store (www.personeelsvoordeelwinkel.nl)
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Discount on the collective health insurance from VGZ
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Departmental incentive schemes
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Great (online) Learning & Development opportunities to grow your career
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An advanced onboarding program
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Access to the hotel gym during low peak hours
and more…
Park Plaza. Be part of it.
