Sous Chef

Are you ready for a new challenge working for a unique hospitality concept that combines short and long stays, rooftop Social Spaces, coworking facilities and a global community?  Then keep reading!

Zoku is a home for business travelers who want to live in a city for anywhere from a few days to a few months. We’re not your typical business hotel: we offer a relaxed place to stay, work and meet new people, while helping residents feel connected to the local scene. Our fresh take on hospitality has been recognized around the world with plenty of press attention and design awards. 

We’re also proudly B Corp certified at all four of our locations (Amsterdam, Copenhagen, Paris and Vienna), which means we hold ourselves to high standards when it comes to social and environmental impact, transparency and accountability. At Zoku, you’ll join an international team of driven, proactive and fun-loving people who all share one thing: a passion for connecting people across the globe.

TELL ME MORE
Life doesn’t become more social than through sharing food. That’s our founding food philosophy and it can be yours too. The food that comes out of the Living Kitchen is fresh, simple, honest, healthy and local. With short-end preparation times, simple ingredients and limited preparation steps, our assortment is incredibly intelligent and facilitates fast service.

Reflecting the belief that we are what we eat, our kitchen aims to physically energize, appeal to the senses and nourish the soul. Our food is prepared in an open kitchen and served on long communal tables – ideal for salt passing and idea swapping.

WHAT WILL YOU DO?
No day looks the same as a Sous Chef… but here’s a glimpse of what you can expect:

Take the lead in the kitchen: You’ll oversee Zoku’s Living Kitchen in Paris and ensure it’s in line with our main food philosophy. You are responsible for any food that comes out of the Living Kitchen: from conception, to execution, to presentation and leading other chefs during a shift.

Become an all-around kitchen guru: You are working closely together with our Head Chef to develop menus offerings and taking care about supply needs. You will also ensure that the Living Kitchen meets all local regulations, including HACCP and safety guidelines.

Show your creative outlet on a plate: You will plate beautiful dishes and make creative buffets, which do not only look good, but also taste amazing. This includes making sure the kitchen looks amazing too. You can also swing by our rooftop garden for a fresh herb or garnish whenever you want to!

Chat up a storm: You'll chat with an international mix of residents and locals. As you are cooking in an open kitchen, you will get to know and chat with guests while cooking up a storm. You'll be sure to meet some interesting people along the way!

WHAT MAKES OUR KITCHEN UNIQUE?

• You won’t hide in the background. You get to work in an open kitchen environment with plenty of space and natural sunlight.

• You get the ultimate flexibility. You can come up with your own dishes and let your creativity run wild.

• You can have good conversations with visitors. You’re the face of the kitchen and get to directly chat with guests.

• You get to be independent in your work. You like doing your own thing and can cook solo when you need to.

• You can get to know the entire team. You are in close contact with our front of house and entire Zoku team in general.

• You can work in a unique kitchen setup. We’re not like your average kitchen (feel free to stop by our rooftop to see for yourself!)

• You are encouraged to work with fresh and seasonal ingredients. We have strong emphasis on incorporating vegetables into your dishes.

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?

• A market conform salary package, in accordance with experience and know-how

• Cool benefits like a free after-work drink, free fitness offers, discount on an annual public transport card, Friends & family rates at all Zoku locations + 40% discount on F&B for you and 4 friends Zoku locations.

• A yearly free night stay for you and your +1 at a Zoku of your choice.

• Access to regular social events, after-work drinks, and a purpose-driven, international team environment.

• A workplace where your ideas matter and your impact is visible every day.

• A fun, young, multi-national company with colleagues from across the globe to meet, learn and grow with. 

• Exciting on-the-job training opportunities and fun events throughout the year to celebrate achievements and milestones.

WE LOVE PEOPLE WHO...

• Show their creativity through their passion for food and never settle for less.

• Can juggle many tasks at the same time while remaining cool headed and warm hearted.

• Have experience in working independently and leading a team.

• Have a hands-on and proactive mentality when it comes to problem solving, both inside and outside of the kitchen.

• Are fully flexible and not stuck to fixed working days and hours.

• Have experience in healthy homestyle cooking – vegetarian cooking skills are a plus.

• Have provable knowledge of various cooking techniques.

• Have basic knowledge of food cost control.

A FEW MUST HAVES

• You have a minimum of 2 years working experience in a similar position.

• You have experience with implementing the local HACCP guidelines.

• You are fluent in French and English – other languages are a plus.

• You are an EU resident or have a working and living permit valid for France.

• You love to work, as we need you full time.

• You are based in or around Paris, or are willing to relocate.

• You are comfortable and enjoy working in an open kitchen.