IZAKAYA - Kitchen Intern (Stagiaire)

Kitchen Intern – IZAKAYA Amsterdam

Are you passionate about Japanese cuisine and eager to learn in a dynamic kitchen environment?
Join our team at IZAKAYA Amsterdam as a Kitchen Intern, where you will receive hands-on training and mentorship from our talented chefs in the art of fine-dining Asian Fusion cuisine.

The Job

We are looking for an enthusiastic Kitchen Intern to join our renowned IZAKAYA kitchen team. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who wants to grow in the culinary industry and specialize in Japanese fine dining. You will work closely with our chefs, assisting with the preparation of our signature dishes and learning the essential skills to become a successful chef.

As an intern, you will have the opportunity to:

• Assist with food preparation and cooking of IZAKAYA’s signature dishes.

• Learn how to maintain mise-en-place, ensuring everything is prepared fresh and on time.

• Help with cleaning the kitchen and maintaining hygiene standards (HACCP).

• Contribute to the distribution of stocks and assist your team as needed.

• Work in a high-paced environment, balancing high volume with high quality.
  

Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation and cooking of food for the kitchen team.

• Ensure that all mise-en-place is prepared to the highest standard.

• Maintain a clean and organized kitchen.

• Follow the recipes and portion controls for each dish.

• Help your team with general kitchen tasks and support where needed.
  

Requirements

• Motivated and eager to learn about Asian Fusion and Japanese cuisine.

• Flexible and able to work in a fast-paced environment.

• Physically fit and comfortable working long hours.

• Able to speak basic English for communication with the team.

• Must be a team player and willing to take direction from senior chefs.

• Ideally living nearby or in Amsterdam.

• Previous kitchen experience is a plus, but not essential.
  

Benefits

• Learning opportunity: Hands-on training and mentorship from top chefs.

• Career progression: Gain valuable experience in one of Amsterdam’s best Asian Fusion kitchens.

• Hotel benefits – Sircle Collection (The Netherlands, Spain, Germany, and Austria).

• Employee discounts at IZAKAYA and other Entourage Group restaurants (25%).

• Free bootcamp every Monday @ Sir Adam – Sircle Collection.

• Birthday & Christmas gifts.

• Paid moving day if relocating for the internship.

• Salary for the internship is 550 euros excluding tips.
  

About IZAKAYA & The Entourage Group

IZAKAYA is part of The Entourage Group, an international hospitality empire known for its award-winning restaurants and concepts such as MOMO, THE BUTCHER, SHIRKHAN, and more. We pride ourselves on delivering high-quality cuisine and an unforgettable dining experience. As an intern, you'll be part of a vibrant team that continues to push the boundaries of Asian Fusion dining.

Interested?

Apply now and take the first step towards an exciting culinary career at IZAKAYA Amsterdam. Please submit your application by clicking on the "Apply for this job" button below and make sure to complete the application form.

For any questions regarding this internship, please contact us via email.

We look forward to meeting you!