Executive Chef

We’re looking for an experienced and hands-on Executive Chef to lead the kitchens at Hyatt Regency Amsterdam.

This is a role for someone who enjoys being present on the floor, working with the team, and shaping the day-to-day culinary experience.

You will be responsible for all kitchen operations across the hotel, from Mama Makan (our signature dining destination), bar, in-room dining and events.

You will set the tone for the team, the food, and the standards we work to.

What you’ll be doing

• Overseeing all culinary in the hotel, including restaurant, bar, events and room service

  
  

• Keeping a close eye on quality, consistency and presentation across all venues

  
  

• Driving menu development with a focus on seasonality, sustainability and local sourcing

  
  

• Managing food cost, labor, purchasing, and stock control responsibly

  
  

• Making sure everything runs in line with HACCP, hygiene standards and Dutch regulations

  
  

• Working closely with F&B and other departments to make the operation run smoothly

  
  

• Experience & Expertise

  
  

• Minimum 8 to 10 years of culinary experience, including 3 to 5 years in a senior leadership role – either as Executive Chef, Executive Sous Chef, or Head Chef

  
  

• Proven experience managing multiple venues (restaurants, events & in-room dining) in an upscale or high-volume environment

  
  

• Demonstrated success in menu creation, food innovation, and concept development

  
  

• Solid kitchen financial and operational judgement

  
  

Skills & Competencies

• Inspirational leader with a hands-on approach

  
  

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

  
  

• Creative mindset with a passion for storytelling and guest experience

  
  

• Resilient and adaptable in a fast-paced, high-performing environment

  
  

Qualifications

• Degree, diploma, or certification in Culinary Arts or Hospitality preferrable

  
  

• Fluency in English required; Dutch is an advantage

  
  

• Prior experience within an international hospitality brand

  
  

If you are a passionate culinary leader who wants to shape experiences, inspire teams, and create impact in one of Amsterdam’s most dynamic hotels, we would love to hear from you.

Hyatt Regency Amsterdam offers 211 guestrooms, including 15 suites. The hotel features meeting & ballroom space, a fitness center and MAMA MAKAN Indonesian Kitchen.

CREATING MEANINGFUL CONNECTIONS

WHEN WE CONNECT, MEANINGFUL THINGS HAPPEN

Interactions with others teach us the most about ourselves: what’s important to us, how we spend our time, what interests and excites us. It’s the connections we make that shape who we are.

We’ve created a place designed around the power of meaningful connections. A place filled with delightful surprises. Where guests come together to share, socialize and collaborate; to exchange ideas with colleagues, reconnect with friends, family or with themselves; and recharge in the course of their busy lives. A place where dynamic interactions - from quick coffee dates to shared culinary experiences to meetings and special events - energize its many spaces. Everything is right here, under our roof and within easy reach. Our commitment to creating effortless experiences whatever the needs, whatever the occasion - ensures guests and planners can confidently leave every detail to us.

Welcome to making the most of all of life’s connections.

MAMA MAKAN Indonesian Kitchen

At MAMA MAKAN, fine-all-day-dining is combined with authentic Indonesian kitchen. Our #mamaloves taking you on a culinary journey to Indonesia - experience the original dishes reminiscent to the menus on the walls of cafés in Jakarta. Located in the famous Indische buurt of Amsterdam, MAMA MAKAN is the spot to enjoy a fully-filled rijsttafel, the real Pandang cake or some signature botanical cocktails on the cosy terrace.