Sous chef Linda's Corner KPMG

Your workplace

KPMG, a major international accounting firm, has been around for more than a century. Its roots were shot in 1917 on the Herengracht and the company has now grown to 12 offices in the Netherlands, part of a global network. At KPMG you will find an open and diverse culture, with the philosophy: ‘Stand close to the client & Quality comes first’.

This aligns perfectly with our vision at Vermaat. We offer our guests high-quality service, diversity and culinary delights they can enjoy every day. Of course, a delicious Caramel Latte Macchiato is part of that! We are creative when it comes to preparing new dishes, vegan lovers can find something of their choice every day.

Vermaat has multiple outlets at this beautiful high-end location of KPMG Amstelveen, including:

  • 2 restaurants
  • Full service espresso bar
  • Piaggio espresso cart

Our larger restaurant welcomes between 600 and 900 guests daily, while the other restaurant is cosy and green, with small high bars and lots of plants, perfect for 200 to 300 guests. Linda's our coffee bar is a picture to behold, instaperfect you could call it, here too there is a lot of greenery and lots of little spots to confer with a delicious cup of coffee. 
We also organise banqueting for KPMG's 90 meeting rooms, which makes for a vibrant working environment. We are open Monday to Friday from 07:00 to 20:00. Parking is plentiful in our underground garage, and public transport stops nearby. Prefer to come by bike? Our bicycle parking is waiting for you!

Your Team

The KPMG Amstelveen team is full of energy—a friendly mix of permanent staff and temporary workers. Together, we form a close-knit group of 20–30 colleagues, spread across two restaurants and two coffee corners. Everyone works together to make each day special for our guests!

Your job

You're done with school, but you haven't finished learning. Above all, you want to gain practical experience in a nice kitchen and learn the tricks of the trade from the professionals. We find it important that our apprentices really participate. Instead of standing on the sidelines, they work together with colleagues to create the perfect eating and drinking experience for our guests. During your traineeship, you will discover your talents and learn all the ins and outs of the culinary profession.

What will you learn with us?

  • Creating the most beautiful dishes with all the techniques involved.
  • Planning efficiently and effectively
  • Matching products to guests' wishes and thinking about the menu.
  • Commercial skills to buy cost-conscious products.
  • Safety regulations and guidelines on hygiene and working conditions.
     

Your growth

We find it especially important that you grow and get the best out of yourself. Together, we look at what you want to learn and how we can help you do that. Besides good supervision at your work placement company, you can also take a look at other Vermaat catering locations. With around 400 locations, there are enough possibilities and opportunities for you to stay on after your apprenticeship or come back after school.

Your ingredients

  • The kitchen is your domain. You know how to navigate it and collaborate with the head chef and the rest of the kitchen brigade;
  • You have at least 3 years of in leading a kitchen brigade;
  • You have good knowledge of allergies, dietary preferences, food trends, and preparation times, and you know how to apply this knowledge effectively in practice;
  • You have knowledge of regulations in the areas of HACCP, occupational health and safety, and security;
  • You are aware of what is happening in the world of food and drink and enjoy translating developments and innovations into your kitchen;
  • You prefer to work with a lot of freedom and your own input and ideas;
  • You can provide a Certificate of Good Conduct (VOG) upon request

Questions about this vacancy?

Recruitment is happy to assist you!

Ali Daskapan

Recruitment Business Partner
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Job conditions

This is how Vermaat helps you to grow!

A world of opportunities

Plenty of choices in workplaces, positions, and roles that fit your wishes and talents; no matter what stage of your career or personal situation you’re in.

Customized development

We prioritize personal growth and development. Our academy provides a range of talent programs, training sessions, and courses to support you.

Space to be and express yourself 

An open work environment where you feel at home. With trust, appreciation, and space for your ideas. Your contribution is invaluable.

About Vermaat

Started in 1978 as a delicatessen shop. Now grown into the specialist in customized hospitality and one of the largest hospitality employers in the Netherlands, with 500+ locations nationwide.

Our hospitality is almost always housed under someone else’s roof: within various companies, at airports, museums, hospitals, zoos, and much more.

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