Sous-Chef

Il y a 2 jours

Belgique Van der Valk Hotel Brussels Airport Temps plein 42 000 € - 54 000 €/an

At Van der Valk Hotel Brussels Airport, we are looking for an experienced and passionate Sous Chef who is ready to take ownership, support the Head Chef, and play a key role in the success of our kitchen operation.

As the right hand of the Head Chef, you will help lead a 14-member kitchen brigade within our busy 4-star hotel , where restaurant service, events and banqueting come together in a fast-paced and rewarding environment.

This is not just a cooking position. We are looking for a leader who can motivate a team, ensure smooth service, and help shape the future of our culinary offering.

What will you do?

  • Act as the right hand of the Head Chef
  • Assist in leading and developing a kitchen team of 14 colleagues
  • Coordinate daily kitchen operations across restaurant, banqueting and events
  • Ensure smooth service and consistent food quality
  • Train, coach and motivate team members
  • Contribute to menu development and operational improvements
  • Manage stock, ordering, food cost and waste control
  • Ensure HACCP and food safety compliance
  • Take responsibility for the kitchen in the absence of the Head Chef

Requirements

  • Experienced Sous Chef or ambitious Chef de Partie ready for a leadership role
  • Strong people manager who enjoys coaching and developing others
  • Organized and capable of managing multiple priorities simultaneously
  • Hands-on and visible on the kitchen floor
  • Stress-resistant and solution-oriented
  • Passionate about quality, consistency and team performance
  • Flexible availability (morning, evenings and weekends)
  • Fluent in English; French is a plus