Chef Thai Cuisine

For our client in MIDDELKERKE, we are looking for a CHEF – THAI CUISINE.

This is a family-run business where, in time, you will have the opportunity to run the entire kitchen independently and take on responsibility within the business.

Do you have extensive knowledge of Asian cuisine, or do you have solid experience as a chef and are you eager to learn Thai cuisine? Then this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

Your responsibilities as CHEF – THAI CUISINE in MIDDELKERKE:

• You are responsible for preparing dishes from the Thai cuisine;
• You take care of the mise-en-place;
• You cut vegetables and prepare meat and vegetable ingredients;
• You ensure a professional presentation and finishing of the dishes;
• You check deliveries and ensure that products are stored correctly;
• You correctly store all products in the cold room; this is physically demanding work;
• In time, you will take full responsibility for the kitchen and the entire menu independently;
• You actively contribute to the daily operation and take responsibility within the kitchen.

Our offer

What our client offers you as CHEF – THAI CUISINE in MIDDELKERKE:

• A competitive salary between €16.88 and €23 per hour (negotiable depending on experience);
• Eco vouchers, end-of-year bonus and travel allowance;
• A Sunday premium of €2 per hour;
• A permanent contract after a positive evaluation;
• A daily hot meal;
• 3 polo shirts and chef's shoes provided as workwear;
• Working hours: split shifts between 10:30 AM – 2:30 PM and 5:30 PM – 10:30 PM;
• During the winter months, you are off on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday;
• During the summer months, the restaurant is open 7 days a week. Working days are negotiable, but weekend work is required;
• Holidays can be taken freely, mainly during the winter period;
• An independent and responsible position within an authentic Thai restaurant;
• The opportunity to take full responsibility for the kitchen in the long term;
• A lot of freedom and responsibility in the day-to-day operation;
• A busy and lively atmosphere during the summer, with more flexibility during the winter months;
• A pleasant working environment within a young and dynamic couple-run business.

Requirements

This is you as CHEF – THAI CUISINE in MIDDELKERKE:

• You have experience as a chef, preferably within Thai or Asian cuisine;
• You can work independently and are comfortable taking responsibility;
• A good command of English is important to learn and follow the recipes correctly;
• You are reliable and take ownership of your kitchen;
• You work accurately and maintain high standards of hygiene;
• You are flexible and stress-resistant during busy services;
• You are motivated to take on full responsibility for the kitchen in the long term.