Head Chef de Cuisine

Hospitality Talents, a recruitment agency specialized in hospitality profiles, is looking for hand’s on and experienced Head Chef for it’s client in Antwerp.

Our client is a high-profile, internationally inspired restaurant concept located in the heart of Antwerp. The cuisine blends a strong sense of terroir with Mediterranean and Italian influences, focusing on high-quality, seasonal, and locally sourced products.

The restaurant operates as a refined brasserie with a strong identity, high standards of execution, and a dynamic service environment. The culinary philosophy is rooted in generosity, precision, and consistency, offering guests a vibrant and celebratory dining experience.

The Head Chef will be part of a professional, international kitchen environment composed of talented and motivated team members striving for excellence.

Role & Responsibilities

As Head Chef, you are responsible for the daily culinary operations and for ensuring consistent quality, organisation, and leadership within the kitchen.

Key responsibilities include:

• Preparing and supervising hot and cold dishes in line with the restaurant’s culinary standards.
• Organising and overseeing mise-en-place and daily kitchen operations.
• Managing orders, stock levels, and supplier follow-up.
• Controlling deliveries and ensuring product quality and freshness.
• Creating staff schedules and organising kitchen planning.
• Ensuring cleanliness, order, and compliance with hygiene and food safety standards.
• Actively participating in service to guarantee smooth execution and quality.
• Leading, motivating, and developing the kitchen team with a strong people-oriented approach.

Profile

• Passionate, driven, and eager to grow within a high-quality culinary environment.
• Strong attention to detail with a hands-on mindset.
• Stress-resistant and able to maintain structure and focus during peak service.
• Able to work autonomously while being a strong team player.
• A natural people manager with leadership skills and a sense of responsibility.
• Strong organisational skills and a results-oriented working style.

Benefits

What’s on Offer

• A key culinary leadership role within a high-end restaurant environment.
• The opportunity to work closely with an internationally recognised culinary vision.
• A professional, ambitious, and quality-driven setting.
• Competitive employment conditions aligned with experience and responsibilities.

Working Schedule

• Tuesday to Saturday.