At August, we place great importance on quality, creativity and a unique guest experience. We are looking for a driven Sous Chef to help us further strengthen August’s culinary identity.
As Sous Chef, you will join an international and passionate kitchen team led by Head Chef Pieter Starmans.

As the chef’s right hand, you will play a key role in the daily organisation and management of the kitchen. You will combine a hands-on role during service with responsibility for the team, the quality of the dishes and the efficient running of the kitchen.

RESPONSIBILITIES
• Support the Head Chef in the daily management and organisation of the kitchen, taking charge in his absence.
• Lead the kitchen brigade, delegate tasks and ensure a high standard of service.
• Actively contribute to the development of menus, new dishes and specials.
• Help plan and deliver the culinary offering for events, from private dining and weddings to corporate events and exclusive hotel buyouts.
• Monitor food costs, manage stock efficiently and minimise food waste.
• Guide, motivate and train team members, contributing to a professional working culture.
• Oversee mise en place, preparation, presentation and consistent dish quality.
• Proactively contribute to improving workflows and overall kitchen operations.
• Maintain cleanliness and order in the kitchen, ensuring compliance with safety and HACCP requirements.

• You have extensive experience in a high-quality gastronomic kitchen and are ready to take on greater responsibility.
• You have strong culinary and technical knowledge and keep up with emerging trends and developments in gastronomy.
• You are a natural leader who can motivate, guide and inspire colleagues.
• You combine creativity and attention to detail with a practical, hands-on approach.
• You understand food costs, stock management and efficient kitchen organisation.
• You are solution-oriented, take initiative and take ownership of results.
• You are flexible and thrive in a dynamic environment that combines restaurant service with events.
• You remain calm and focused under pressure, maintaining a clear overview.
• You are a true team player with a positive attitude and the ambition to grow alongside the team.

• Full-time

By mutual agreement.

• We bieden u een fantastische opportuniteit in een uniek hotel concept in Antwerpen.
• U ontvangt een competitief salaris met diverse voordelen.
• Gezien onze ambities, zullen er mogelijkheden voor groei zijn binnen onze organisatie.
• Je werktijden worden afgestemd op het business profiel van de afdeling.

Send your CV and cover letter to work@august-antwerp.com