Self-employed Cook UWV Alkmaar

You will be working in the company restaurant of UWV Alkmaar, located on the edge of the city center. UWV is involved in job placement and reintegration. Vermaat provides the corporate catering here for the employees of UWV. The location is easily accessible by car and public transport, with Alkmaar central station just a five-minute walk away. Additionally, there is free parking available. The company restaurant has a warm, informal atmosphere, and is primarily visited by regular guests for their daily break.

At this location, you will work with the sustainable and healthy Vermaat concept 'Stek', in which the company restaurant forms the central meeting point, supplemented by a number of coffee pantries scattered throughout the building. A varied selection of healthy lunch meals, snacks, and drinks is served. You will be working in a small and close-knit team, who work hard together to create a place where everyone loves to return.

You are available Monday through Friday and work between 7:00 AM and 4:00 PM. We will coordinate the exact contents of your schedule based on the needs of the location and your availability.

As a self-employed cook at UWV, Alkmaar, you will demonstrate your craftsmanship in the kitchen every day. You will work within a food concept where you are given the space to add your own creativity and style to the offering. With an eye for quality, taste, and presentation, you ensure that guests can enjoy surprising dishes. Additionally, you will keep kitchen processes in order and contribute to an efficient and safe working environment.

As an independent chef:

• You prepare daily dishes according to the food concept and your own craftsmanship;
• You monitor the quality, presentation, and taste of all dishes;
• You work independently and take responsibility within the kitchen where necessary;
• You ensure that HACCP, occupational health and safety, and safety guidelines are followed;
• You handle orders where necessary, maintain allergen registrations, and assist with kitchen administration;
• You contribute ideas for new recipes and know how to surprise guests time and again.

We are looking for an experienced independent chef with a passion for the profession. You work accurately, keep a cool head during busy moments, and have an eye for quality. With your experience and creativity, you contribute every day to an excellent culinary experience:

• You have experience as a freelance chef;
• You work both independently and collaboratively and take initiative when the situation calls for it;
• You are familiar with HACCP, occupational health and safety, and safety guidelines;
• You continue to work efficiently even during peak moments without compromising on quality;
• You know how to surprise guests with flavorful and varied dishes;
• You can provide a Certificate of Conduct (VOG) upon request.

Do the ingredients not quite align with you? At Vermaat, we welcome everyone and embrace our differences. Do you experience, for whatever reason, a distance to work? Through our Social Return page, our Job Coaches would love to get in contact with you.