About this role
On the ground floor of Hotel Okura Amsterdam, you will find the authentic Japanese Yamazato Restaurant. Here, more than fifty specialties from the traditional kaiseki ryori cuisine, the Japanese haute cuisine, are served. With the use of typically Japanese materials in the interior and the adjacent garden - which features beautiful cherry blossoms in spring - you will feel as though you are in Japan. The authentic Japanese Yamazato Restaurant has been awarded one Michelin star since 2002. The standards that apply to the kaiseki cuisine differ greatly from those of modern Japanese cuisine. The Yamazato menu is composed according to the classic kaiseki structure. The kitchen distinguishes itself by focusing on the purity of seasonal, traditional Japanese ingredients. The style is minimalist, and all dishes are carefully balanced: from taste and texture to appearance and color. Japanese tradition is also reflected in the tableware and the kimonos worn by the waitresses. What can you expect? As a Cook III, you work according to fixed instructions regarding ingredients, recipes, working methods, and visual presentation. The role reports to a subject matter supervisor. Your main tasks are: - Prepare ingredients, tools and dishes according to established recipes and preparation methods; - Work with fresh and seasonal ingredients and apply various, including specialized, Japanese cooking techniques; - Prepare and plate dishes according to the required presentation standards; - Check the quality, taste, texture and appearance of ingredients and prepared dishes; - Make adjustments where necessary to ensure consistent quality; - Maintain a clean, organized and safe working environment in the kitchen; - Clean kitchen equipment and workstations and report any irregularities; - Assist with receiving, checking and storing deliveries; - Monitor the use of ingredients and equipment and contribute to efficient kitchen operations; - Identify bottlene...