Key Skills

Job Description

Company Description Plato Loco Caribbean Cuisine is a restaurant originating from Amsterdam, Netherlands, specialising in authentic Caribbean dishes and flavours. The restaurant focuses on delivering high-quality, flavourful meals and a welcoming dining experience. Team members work in a dynamic, guest-centred environment that values culinary creativity and consistent execution. We emphasise fresh ingredients, vibrant menus, and strong collaboration among kitchen and front-of-house staff to maintain high standards of service and food quality. Role Description This is a full-time, on-site Chef role based in Amsterdam. The Chef will be responsible for planning and preparing Caribbean-inspired meals, cooking and plating dishes to company standards, and ensuring consistent taste, presentation, and portion control. Day-to-day tasks include supervising kitchen operations, coordinating with kitchen staff, managing food inventory, and maintaining cleanliness and food safety in all preparation areas. The role also involves monitoring quality, adjusting recipes as needed, and collaborating with management to introduce seasonal or special menus. The Chef will support training of junior staff, help control food costs, and contribute to an efficient, respectful, and inclusive kitchen environment. Training will be provided. Qualifications Experience in a professional kitchen, preferably with Caribbean or similar cuisine, and the ability to execute menus consistently. Knowledge of food safety, hygiene regulations, and best practices for kitchen sanitation and safe food handling. Ability to manage kitchen operations, including coordination of staff, inventory control, and efficient workflow during peak service times. Demonstrated creativity in menu development, flavour balancing, and presentation, with attention to detail and quality. Effective communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to work respectfully in a diverse, fast-paced environment. Relevant culinary education or formal training is preferred; equivalent professional experience will be considered. Willingness to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, as needed in restaurant operations. Basic proficiency in English; knowledge of Dutch is an advantage but not required.

Core Responsibilities

Plan and prepare Caribbean-inspired meals, cook and plate dishes to company standards, and maintain consistent quality, taste, presentation, and portion control. Supervise kitchen operations, coordinate staff and inventory, uphold food safety and cleanliness, support training and cost control, and collaborate on seasonal and special menus.

Requirements

Professional kitchen experience is sought, preferably with Caribbean or similar cuisine, along with knowledge of food safety, sanitation, kitchen operations, and inventory control. Creativity, attention to detail, communication, teamwork, flexibility, and basic English proficiency are expected; culinary education or formal training is preferred, and equivalent experience is accepted.