Ready to bring good energy, unforgettable vibes, and culinary creativity to one of the most iconic spots in Brussels?
At Plein Publiek Brussels, nestled in the stunning Dynasty Palace, we’re cooking up a brand-new restaurant concept and we’re looking for a Chef who’s ready to co-create, reinvent and inspire. 💥
Whether you're serving a fresh lunch for 100 guests, preparing dinner for 200, or crafting a tailored experience for a private event of 300 guests, you'll be right where food meets experience.
Curious? Scroll down for more! 🌟
👨🍳What we’re cooking:
We’re transforming our venue into a buzzing day-to-night hotspot for:
- Laid-back lunches,
- Punchy afterwork bites,
- Twist-on-classic dinners,
- And flavourful event catering that elevates private soirées, cultural nights and corporate gatherings.
Our goal? Delivering a food experience guests remember and want to relive, built on a stable menu with two key pillars:
- All-day dishes made for spontaneous enjoyment: a small bite with a drink, a light lunch, or an addition to dinner.
- Bold, recognizable classics with a comforting twist: the solid backbone of our menu, designed to become true guest favorites.
And we want you to help define what that looks and tastes like.
Based in: Dynasty Palace, right above Brussels Central Station
Start: As soon as possible
Available for: day service, evening dining, and event-driven energy, really important.
What we’re looking for:
- A creative chef with experience, guts, and passion.
- Someone who loves classics but isn’t afraid to play with them.
- A co-creator: you’ll help shape the concept, menu and the kitchen flow.
- You’re comfortable leading a kitchen. team across different formats (à la carte, walking dinner, set menu…).
- You see the kitchen as part of a larger story: music, people, atmosphere and energy.
- You know how to scale a menu from intimate dining to large-scale event catering.
- Skilled in supporting food cost calculations, sourcing the right suppliers and staff planning.
- You are fluent in Dutch or English, knowledge of French is a strong plus
What’s in it for you:
- A blank canvas in one of Brussels’ most iconic venues.
- The chance to build your own kitchen concept from the ground up.
- A buzzing location with a restaurant, a nightclub, immersive exhibitions and events, all under one majestic roof.
- Flexibility, creativity and ownership, we believe in autonomy and accountability.
- A passionate team that values freedom, creativity, and collaboration.
- The energy of a city hotspot, with a soulful, sustainable twist.
- A healthy work-life balance with a rotating schedule, so you won’t work every weekend by default.
Are you the chef we’re looking for?
Then we want to hear from you. Whether you’re ready to pitch your ideas, show off your portfolio, or want to invite us for a tasting (we do love these), apply now!
About our company
Congé, known amongst others from Plein Publiek, Mercado, Happiness and various successful digital art exhibitions, specializes in engaging locations into new destinations. Project developers and public authorities entrust Congé with the task of revitalizing blind spots in the city and regions. Depending on the dynamics and needs of the area, a customized theme is chosen centered around a hospitality experience. While visitors are presented with new perspectives - never pedantic, but always refreshing - and undergo a behavioral change, a new destination emerges and transforms into a thriving vibrant hotspot.
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Why Plein Publiek BXL?
🚆 Prime location: located right above Brussels Central Station, Plein Publiek offers unbeatable accessibility.
🌿 A green oasis: Our vibrant venue brings the outdoors inside, creating an urban jungle where creativity, sustainability, and hospitality come together.
🚀 Room for growth: We provide plenty of opportunities for personal and professional development. With us, you’re encouraged to learn, make mistakes, and grow.
🤝 Supportive team culture: Join a talented team of driven individuals in a friendly and open atmosphere. No micromanagement, no rigid tools: just real responsibilities and a supportive team that helps you succeed.
♻️ Sustainability at the core: We’re proud of our circular business approach, meaning you can have a great time while making a positive impact on the planet.
🎨 Creative freedom: Got an idea? We want to hear it! We encourage out-of-the-box thinking and give you the freedom to innovate and shape our restaurant. No “same old, same old” here!
😎 Work hard, play hard: We live by this motto. You’ll thrive in a fast-paced, high-energy environment and still find time to unwind with your teammates after a successful day.
What we offer
We are dedicated to your professional growth and offer plenty of opportunities for career development and training. Our work culture emphasizes growth and achieving results. Hard work and overtime are part of the deal, but they pay off in the results you achieve and the satisfaction of being surrounded by driven and motivated people. If you’re looking for a role where you can lead and truly make an impact, we would love to welcome you to our team.
Teambuildings
Trainings
flexible work roaster
Drinks & food
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Autonomy
Inspiring workplace
Sustainable work environment
Salary
A competitive salary package with attractive benefits
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