Your workplace
You will be working in the staff restaurant at Booking.com, whose campus is located on Oosterdok in Amsterdam, just a five-minute walk from Amsterdam Central Station. Booking.com is a platform that enables travelers around the world to find and book accommodations and travel experiences. Join Program, part of Vermaat, provides the catering services for Booking.com employees and guests, ranging from daily lunch service to banqueting for larger meetings and events.
The catering facilities on campus are diverse and include a staff restaurant, multiple coffee bars, meeting facilities, and event spaces, all under one roof. You will become part of a large, international team of dedicated colleagues who enjoy sharing knowledge and supporting one another. Together, you will ensure that guests can rely on welcoming service and a high-quality food and hospitality experience every day.
You are available on Mon - Fri and work between 7:00 and 17:00. The exact schedule will be determined based on the needs of the location and your availability.
Your job
As a independently working cook at Booking.com, Amsterdam | Campus, you bring your culinary expertise to life every day in the kitchen. Working within the Join Program food concept, you have the opportunity to add your own creativity while staying within established guidelines. With a keen eye for quality, flavor, and presentation, you ensure guests enjoy surprising and varied dishes. In addition, you oversee kitchen operations and contribute to a smooth and efficient daily service.
As a independently working cook:
Prepare dishes daily in line with the food concept while showcasing your own culinary expertise;
Monitor the quality, taste, and presentation of all dishes leaving the kitchen;
Ensure compliance with HACCP, health & safety, and workplace safety regulations;
Manage orders, maintain allergen records, and support kitchen administration when required;
Contribute ideas for new recipes and continuously surprise guests with creative culinary offerings.
What we ask for
We are looking for a driven independently working cook with a passion for cooking and a keen eye for quality. You work independently, take ownership of your responsibilities, and maintain a clear overview even during busy periods. At the same time, you combine craftsmanship with creativity and a structured way of working:
You have experience as an independent chef and feel at home in a professional kitchen;
You work well both independently and as part of a team, and take initiative when the situation calls for it;
You are familiar with HACCP, health & safety, and workplace safety regulations;
You remain efficient during peak periods without compromising on quality;
You know how to surprise guests with new ideas, exciting flavors, and creative presentations.
Don’t feel like the ingredients quite match you? At Vermaat, we welcome everyone and embrace our differences. Do you experience a distance to work, for any reason? Our job coaches would love to get in touch with you through our Social Return page.
Your workplace
You will be working in the staff restaurant at Booking.com, whose campus is located on Oosterdok in Amsterdam, just a five-minute walk from Amsterdam Central Station. Booking.com is a platform that enables travelers around the world to find and book accommodations and travel experiences. Join Program, part of Vermaat, provides the catering services for Booking.com employees and guests, ranging from daily lunch service to banqueting for larger meetings and events.
The catering facilities on campus are diverse and include a staff restaurant, multiple coffee bars, meeting facilities, and event spaces, all under one roof. You will become part of a large, international team of dedicated colleagues who enjoy sharing knowledge and supporting one another. Together, you will ensure that guests can rely on welcoming service and a high-quality food and hospitality experience every day.
You are available on…