Start as a Japanese chef in Amsterdam
Cook authentic Japanese food in Amsterdam! Looking for training, growth, and a Michelin-star boost for your CV? Read on
What are you going to do:
Imagine yourself in Japan, right in the heart of Amsterdam! At this restaurant, you will be part of a team creating authentic Japanese cuisine. As a chef in a Japanese restaurant, you help bring the magic of kaiseki ryori, Japanese haute cuisine, to life, ensuring every dish is a masterpiece. This isn't just cooking; it's an art form, and you play a crucial role in maintaining the restaurant's Michelin star standards.
Daily tasks:
- Assess ingredients, prepare tools, and cook delicious dishes according to recipes.
- Plate each dish with precision, ensuring it looks as good as it tastes.
- Keep your workspace sparkling clean, helping with deliveries and waste disposal.
- Suggest improvements to menus and cooking methods, your ideas matter!
This restaurant is more than just a place to eat; it's an experience. We pride ourselves on using the freshest, seasonal ingredients and crafting dishes that are both visually stunning and incredibly flavorful. We believe in tradition, quality, and creating a memorable dining experience for every guest.
Why you?
You're passionate about food and eager to learn the art of Japanese cuisine. You have a keen eye for detail, a positive attitude, and you thrive in a fast-paced environment. You're not afraid to take initiative and you're always looking for ways to improve. As a chef in a Japanese restaurant, you're someone who remains calm under pressure and strives for ongoing development.
This is an opportunity to work evening hours in Amsterdam, in an artistic and creative environment.
What we offer
- A salary of minimum €2566.15 based on 38 hours;
- Potential bonus based on restaurant performance;
- Enjoy generous vacation days annually;
- Pension plan and survivor benefits included;
- Travel allowance provided for commutes from 10 kilometers or more;
- Training budget to boost your skills;
- Discounted stays and meals;
- Free overnight stay after probation period.
What we ask
- MBO 3 level work and reasoning;
- 1+ year experience in an authentic Japanese kitchen;
- Basic English language skills;
- Experience in a Michelin star kitchen (a plus);
- Experience in a Kaiseki kitchen (a plus).
Apply
Are you the perfect candidate? Click the button 'Apply Now! and we'll contact you as soon as possible!
Extra information
- Status
- Open
- Education Level
- MBO
- Location
- Amsterdam
- Working hours per week
- 38
- Type of Contract
- Fulltime (startersfunctie), Avondwerk, Fulltime (ervaren)
- Salary indication
- Tussen €2.566 en €3.106 Per maand
- Responsible for
- As a Japanese chef, you are responsible for preparing authentic Japanese dishes according to high standards
- Published at
- 26-09-2025

Recruiter
Tessa van Dijk, bereikbaar op tel. 0202614810 of +31623331717
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