Chef de Cuisine | Luxury Hotel Restaurant | Budapest | A‚¬6,000 Gross + Benefits

Location:

Budapest, Hungary

Salary:

£5.3k per month + Benefits

Type:

Permanent

Main Industry:

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Advertiser:

COREcruitment

Job ID:

132605629

Posted On:

06 January 2026

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Chef de Cuisine to lead the culinary operations of a premium fine-dining restaurant within a luxury hotel in Budapest. This high-profile opening allows an ambitious culinary professional to shape a flagship venue, delivering exceptional cuisine and a world-class guest experience from day one.

Perks & Benefits

* A‚¬6,000 gross monthly salary
* Lead a high-end restaurant launch within a luxury hotel
* Long-term career growth opportunities within a growing hospitality group
* Influence menu creation and operational standards
* Work alongside a dynamic, multicultural team

Your Experience

* Minimum 5 years in a senior kitchen leadership role, preferably in upscale or branded restaurants
* Formal culinary education and strong technical skills
* Proven ability to manage, train, and inspire kitchen teams
* Experience with menu development, food cost management, and supplier relationships
* Knowledge of international cuisines and modern culinary trends
* Fluent in English; additional languages are an advantage
* Experience in high-volume or pre-opening environments is preferred

Your Responsibilities

* Lead and manage the kitchen team, fostering a high-performance culture
* Oversee day-to-day culinary operations, ensuring consistency, quality, and presentation
* Develop menus and seasonal offerings aligned with the restaurant’s concept
* Manage inventory, supplier relationships, and kitchen budgeting
* Ensure compliance with food safety, sanitation, and hygiene regulations
* Collaborate with hotel management to enhance the overall guest dining experience
* Drive culinary innovation while maintaining operational efficiency

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