Find a Chef – targeted hospitality recruitment for the UK & Ireland

Finding a reliable chef has become increasingly difficult.
The market is tight, service doesn’t wait and kitchen pressure is constant.

That is why Koksuitspanje.nl combines a self-service employer platform
with a Premium active search service.
This allows you to find a chef who fits your kitchen,
your level and your way of working.

No agency constructions, no payroll, no detachment.
All chefs are hired directly into your business.

No empty promises and no “48-hour guarantees” —
just a clear, realistic recruitment process that works.

How finding a chef works

You choose the route that fits your urgency and internal capacity.

Option 1 – Search yourself (Platform – Basic)

• Your vacancy is visible to chefs across Europe
• Candidates apply directly to your employer dashboard
• You manage selection and communication yourself
• Fixed annual fee – no cost per candidate

Option 2 – We recruit for you (Premium)

• We actively approach chefs that match your requirements
• Pre-selection based on experience, level and availability
• You only receive relevant, suitable profiles
• No cure, no pay on the placement fee

Want a full explanation of our Premium approach?
👉 Chef wanted – how we fill chef vacancies

Who this service is for

We support hospitality businesses across the UK & Ireland, including:

• Restaurants and bistros
• Hotels and resorts
• Pubs and gastro pubs
• Beach venues and seasonal operations
• Company catering
• Healthcare and large-scale kitchens

We recruit for roles ranging from
independent working chefs and
Chef de Partie to
Sous Chef and
Head Chef.

Why employers choose Koksuitspanje.nl

1. Hospitality experience

We understand kitchen pressure, staff shortages and what is realistic in daily operations.
That experience shapes how we recruit and screen chefs.

2. Europe as recruitment network

UK & Ireland as work destination, Europe as recruitment base.
This gives you access to a broader and more reliable talent pool.

3. Transparent and direct

No vague promises. Clear steps, clear expectations and direct contact.

4. Simple pricing

No hidden costs and no complicated constructions.

5. Proven reputation

Our work has been featured by
NOS,
RTL Nieuws,
Nieuwsuur,
Al Jazeera and
Misset Horeca.

Pricing – clearly explained

Basic – €499 per year

• Access to the employer platform
• Post and manage chef vacancies
• Applications directly in your dashboard
• Ideal if you want to recruit independently

Premium – €499 per year + one month’s gross salary (on placement)

• Active recruitment and pre-selection by us
• Only suitable chef profiles presented
• Placement fee only if you hire (no cure, no pay)

Frequently asked questions – Find a chef

How fast can you find a chef?

This depends on role, region, requirements and season.
We focus on the right match, not unrealistic speed promises.

Does the chef work for you or for us?

The chef is always employed directly by your business.

Can we use only the platform?

Yes. The Basic subscription is designed for employers who want to recruit themselves.

What if we don’t hire anyone via Premium?

Then you pay no placement fee.
Premium is fully no cure, no pay.

Ready to find a chef?

Want to recruit more effectively via Koksuitspanje.nl?

Start your request

You choose: platform only, or Premium active recruitment.