Sous Chef CIMA Rooftop Bar

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As sous chef at CIMA Rooftop Bar, you are at the heart of one of the hotel’s most vibrant concepts. High above Amsterdam, CIMA brings together bold, Mexican-inspired flavours, great drinks and the buzzing atmosphere of a rooftop bar.

You work closely with the hotel’s Executive Chef and the wider culinary team and help steer the daily kitchen operation at CIMA. During service you are hands-on, supporting and guiding the team and making sure every dish that leaves the kitchen matches the energy and quality of the rooftop.

What will you do?

As Sous Chef CIMA Rooftop Bar, you are responsible for:

• Supporting the daily kitchen operation at CIMA Rooftop Bar, so preparation and service run smoothly all day long.

• Leading by example during service and keeping the kitchen organised, focused and ready for busy nights on the rooftop.

• Supporting the executive chef in developing menus, seasonal updates and fresh ideas that fit CIMA’s bold, Mexican-inspired identity.

• Guiding, coaching and supporting the kitchen team, and helping create a positive environment where people work well together and enjoy what they do.

• Organising mise en place, preparation and workflows, so the team is ready for service.

• Keeping an eye on stock levels, ordering, food costs and food waste, and thinking along about practical ways to work smarter and more efficiently.

• Keeping HACCP, food safety, cleanliness and hygiene standards high at all times.

• Working closely with CIMA’s service and bar teams to communicate clearly and keep service flowing.

• Responding to guest feedback and working with the team to keep improving the dishes and the overall CIMA experience.

• Supporting special events, rooftop promotions, guest appearances by hospitality professionals and other culinary projects where needed.

What makes you successful in this role?

You are a hands-on cook who gets energy from the pace and buzz of a busy kitchen. You care about great food and consistent quality, and you understand that an amazing rooftop experience is all about the full picture: food, drinks, atmosphere and a team that works well together.

Does this sound like you?

• You have experience as a sous chef, junior sous chef or in another kitchen leadership role.

• You feel at home in a dynamic restaurant or bar environment.

• You have a genuine interest in bold flavours and Mexican or Latin American-inspired cuisine.

• You love being hands-on with your team during busy services.

• You know how to keep the kitchen organised while safeguarding quality and consistency.

• You have good knowledge of HACCP and food safety standards.

• You work well with both the kitchen team and the service team.

• You bring positive energy, flexibility and a practical approach.

• You communicate fluently in English.

• You are legally allowed to work in the Netherlands.

What do we offer?

• An inspiring and professional work environment that sparks creativity and personal growth.

• A travel allowance of up to € 200 to make your commute easier.

• A referral bonus when you bring in a new colleague: more friends = more bonuses!

• Personal coaching to support you in your daily work, plus plenty of opportunities for development and training.

• Clear and exciting career opportunities within our growing hotel, with room to grow and make your mark.

• Special employee rates on Marriott and Archer products and services worldwide.

• TakeCare: Marriott’s comprehensive wellbeing programme that supports the physical, mental and emotional wellbeing of our people.

• Plenty of moments to celebrate together, such as our employee appreciation week, the annual staff party and team outings.

About the Renaissance Amsterdam Hotel

The Renaissance Amsterdam Hotel is just a stone’s throw from Amsterdam Central Station. It is a place where people, stories and cultures come together, and where your story is welcome too.

We are proud to have been named Europe’s Leading Sustainable City Hotel 2025, and we keep raising the bar on an ecological, social and cultural level. The Renaissance Amsterdam Hotel offers equal opportunities to everyone.

Ready to bring your culinary talent to one of the most vibrant rooftops in Amsterdam? Apply now and join the CIMA team. Anyone who wants to grow with us is welcome to apply.