(Assistant) Cook (m/f/x)

as of now – fulltime – in 1101-CD Amsterdam, Netherland

To support our team at the a&o Hostel Amsterdam Zuidoost we are looking for YOU! A hardworking and independent (Assistant) Cook (m/f/x) for our restaurant service.

As a cook (m/f/x) at our shelter for asylum seekers you play a crucial role in preparing nutritious meals in very large quantities according to an existing menu cycle and creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere for the 900 residents. You will be part of a team of about 10 cooks committed to providing comfort and support to people in vulnerable situations.

OUR OFFER

Salary depending on experience between 2.446€ - 2.800€ gross / month
75% discount on private overnight stays in all a&o hostels
An exciting and meaningful work environment where you can make a difference in people's lives
A close team of colleagues committed to a common goal
attractive corporate benefits such as discounted leisure activities and events in other a&o countries
subsidized language courses
Mental Health: We offer you free and anonymous mental health coaching from our independent partner “Likeminded”, who will support you with professional, private and health-related challenges
Of course, all hostel employee, are provided with drinks, fruit and vegetables every day
Short decision-making processes and open communication

YOUR JOB

Preparation of varied buffet style breakfast, hot lunch and dinner for approximately 900 residents, taking into account cultural background and any dietary groups
Maintaining the highest standards of food safety and hygiene, following applicable guidelines and legislation
Purchasing through our local and regional suppliers is handled by other colleagues, but with input from the cooking team

YOUR PROFILE

Demonstrated experience as a cook, or demonstrable affinity with food preparation or in case of no/insufficient work experience a motivation for your passion
Creativity with the ability to prepare tasty meals in a beautiful buffet presentation
Team player with good communication skills
Dutch is not required, but if you don’t speak Dutch, fluency in English is a must. Arabic is a plus
HACCP certificate or Social Hygiene or willingness to obtain these during your employment

Are you that good-humored, service minded and hospitable person we are looking for?
We are very happy to receive your application (resume, earliest possibly starting-date).

Apply now!

Sven de Boer
General Manager | Regional Manager

More about a&o hostels:

As Europe's largest hostel chain, a&o is colourful, diverse and always has a smile. We live our mission ‘everyone can travel’ through affordable prices and steady growth. By 2025, the company wants to be the first European hostel chain to be CO2 net zero - reducing its own ecological footprint to a minimum and offsetting the rest. Since its foundation, a&o Hostels has seen itself as an employer whose teams are formed regardless of origin, gender, sexual orientation, religion or ethnicity.

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