Amsterdam, Netherlands
IZAKAYA - Head Waiter/Waitress
THE ENTOURAGE GROUP · Amsterdam · Netherlands
Posted: 15-5-2026 · Last checked: 11-10-2026
Job description
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The Venue
Since 2012, IZAKAYA Asian Kitchen & Bar has painted Amsterdam with the vibrant colors of an Asian charm, changing the Dutch hospitality industry day after day. IZAKAYA offers pure relaxation and indulgence in an urban chic environment. IZAKAYA stayed true to their ambition to constantly change the culinary landscape of Amsterdam. Join us in setting new standards for modern hospitality.
The Job
We are looking for a confident Head Waiter/Waitress to join the team for our authentic, yet never traditional, shared-dining concept.
As an IZAKAYA Amsterdam Head Waiter/Waitress you will be required to run the restaurant with a compact team of staff to provide an unforgettable, overall dining experience for our guests. The IZAKAYA Amsterdam team is looking for someone who enjoys working as a team and providing efficient and incredible service to our customers. As a Head Waiter/Waitress you will not only uplift the guests dining experience during their visit, but you will also uplift your team to the next level. We are looking for an individual who will have the patience, personality and perseverance to thrive in this role and who can multi-task various duties. Furthermore, you should be a team player, be able to effectively communicate with your colleagues and lead by example.
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Responsibilities
Be able to lead by example to ensure your high standards filter through the floor team
Be fully responsible for assisting in the smooth running of the restaurant, staff management and training along with ordering and stock control
Report to the Assistant General Manager
Present menu and provide detailed information when asked (e.g. about the shared-dining concept, ingredients or potential food allergies)
Offer menu recommendations upon request
Coordinate the communication between the floor and the kitchen team
Coordinate the table settings
Positive attitude and aim to provide great communication skills
Requirements
Work experience as a Head Waiter or Head Waitress
Strong team player
A strong desire to develop a career in high-end restaurants
Attentiveness and patience for guests
Aim to deliver excellent presentation skills
Organizational and multitasking skills, with the ability to perform well in a fast-paced environment
Active listening and effective communication skills
Team spirit
Flexibility to work in shifts and full time
Fluent speaking and writing in English (Dutch is a plus)
You live in Amsterdam (or nearby)
Benefits
In house training
Annual in-house experience within the Sircle Collection hotels
Hotel staff discounts within the Sircle Collection hotels
25% staff discount throughout THE ENTOURAGE GROUP restaurants
10% retail discount at XBANK
Collective discount at Business Fitness Netherlands
Free bootcamp every Monday morning
Refer a friend bonus
Paid moving day
Free lifestyle coaching
Interested?
Please apply with your CV, motivation and picture!
IZAKAYA AMSTERDAM is a member of The Entourage Group. THE ENTOURAGE GROUP is an unexampled hospitality imperium, creating and building internationally acclaimed concepts. The brainchild of creative entrepreneur Yossi Eliyahoo ‘Hospitality Entrepreneur of 2015’, THE ENTOURAGE GROUP’s story began in Amsterdam in 2008 with the launch of MOMO, a sophisticated Asian-fusion restaurant, bar and lounge that immediately established itself as the go-to venue for local and international tastemakers. The success story continued with the creation of A-list favorites such as IZAKAYA, THE BUTCHER, THE BUTCHER Social Club, SHIRKHAN, Toni Loco, THE DUCHESS and MR PORTER STEAKHOUSE.
www.the-entouragegroup.com
If you have any questions regarding this application please contact us via email.
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