Head Chef
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Job Location:
Breda - Netherlands
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Job description
WOULD YOU LIKE TO BE PART OF A FAST-GROWING ORGANISATION
JOIN US AS HEAD CHEF AT OUR RESTAURANT FROM FEBRUARY 2026
ABOUT THE RESTAURANT
Our newest destination in Hotel Nassau Breda is a place made for sharing savouring and slowing down. Inspired by Riviera cuisine and infused with Parisian classics bold Basque flavours and Venetian bites its more than just a restaurant its a social hotspot.
Imagine warm lighting over rustic wood laughter around shared plates and guests lingering over dessert and wine. Here we celebrate fresh seasonal produce vibrant flavours and a menu designed to be enjoyed together in a relaxed yet elegant atmosphere.
THE POSITION
As Head Chef you are the creative force and operational leader of our restaurants culinary team. Youll be responsible for bringing the concept to life through inspired menu development high-quality execution and outstanding leadership.
You combine creative flair with strong business acumen balancing flavour innovation and efficiency. Youll build and coach a talented kitchen team ensure every dish reflects our high standards and develop seasonal menus that excite our guests.
This is your chance to shape a new culinary story from the ground up within the Odyssey Hotel Group family.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Lead and inspire the kitchen brigade ensuring excellence in every aspect of food preparation and presentation.
Contribute to developing creative menus that reflect the restaurants concept; Mediterranean Parisian Basque and Venetian influences with a contemporary twist.
Manage and optimise kitchen operations including cost control purchasing and inventory management.
Maintain the highest food hygiene and safety standards (HACCP).
Collaborate closely with the Restaurant Manager and F&B team to deliver a seamless guest experience.
Recruit train and motivate kitchen staff fostering a culture of teamwork creativity and excellence.
Oversee supplier relations product quality and menu engineering to meet financial goals.
Stay ahead of culinary trends and bring fresh ideas to keep the restaurant relevant and exciting.
Job requirements
WHAT YOULL BRING
Proven experience as a Head Chef in a high-end or concept-driven restaurant.
A deep understanding of Mediterranean European or fusion cuisine with a passion for tapas and sharing-style dining.
Strong leadership skills with the ability to build inspire and empower a team.
A balance between creativity and operational focus you know how to make things delicious and efficient.
Excellent communication and collaboration with front-of-house and management.
Fluent in English (Dutch is an advantage).
A curious energetic and entrepreneurial mindset ready to bring a concept to life.
WHY THIS ROLE AT ODYSSEY
Attractive benefits package
Employee discount rates in more than 8000 hotels for you and your family
Your personal development taken seriously grow within our brands or HQ
Access to personal well-being resources through Alleo
Room for your ideas and creativity your vision matters
Working from beautiful and inspiring locations
A dynamic work environment where no day is the same
A culture where great colleagues become true friends
Varied tasks and the opportunity to contribute to projects
A chance to work with a dynamic and innovative team in a leading hospitality company
INTERESTED
Apply via this vacancy posting. Our Talent Acquisition Team will reach out to you. We cant wait to hear your story taste your passion and see how you might thrive at our restaurant.
ABOUT ODYSSEY HOTEL GROUP
We are The Odyssey Hotel Group Europes most ambitious hospitality operator and the team behind many well-known international hospitality concepts. We partner with Marriott IHG Accor and other leading brands to develop exceptional properties and F&B concepts. With over 800 employees across Europe and backed by Activum SG we believe in creating unforgettable guest experiences through design authenticity and attention to detail. At Odyssey your creativity leadership and passion matter.
ODYSSEY CULTURE
Youll be joining a fast-moving ambitious and successful team thats shaking up the industry we love. If you thrive on responsibility share a passion for great service and are a natural collaborator well be a good fit. We pride ourselves on a collaborative mindset.
- Breda Noord-Brabant Netherlands
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Key Skills
- Culinary Experience
- Food Handling
- Restaurant Experience
- Kitchen Management Experience
- Food Preparation Experience
- Kitchen Experience
- Food Industry
- Cooking
- Cost Control
- Baking
- Sanitation
- Leadership Experience
About Company
We design, build and operate hotel brands guests know and trust. What’s unique to all, is our attention to detail and delivering something truly special. From an essential, value-led stop-over to a luxury weekend, our passion to make hospitality better is creating a performance we can ... View more
