Who am I?
As a chef i stand for local and artisanal cooking, with a deep appreciation for the flavours and techniques from our region. My journey as a chef didn't just start in the kitchen, but also on the road - between my training courses I traveled the world to experience different cultures and their specialties. I took those experiences and use them in my dishes, with respect to traditions and an open mind for innovation.
In the kitchen I am a coaching and inspiring leader. I believe that the basis for a amazing eat experience is a strong team. Through sharing knowledge and motivating others, I create an enviroment in which people can grow and strive for perfection. Craft is central for me: pure ingredients, prepared with care and of course a warm welcome for our guests. Because in the end it all revolves around hospitality - people wanna be seen, appreciated and satisfied. That's whats it all about.
Experiences
Work Culinary Experiences
- 2006-2009, 3 Years of Self-Employed Chef Vista School (Heerlen, The Netherlands)
- 2009-2010, 1 Years of Managerial Kitchen Vista School (Heerlen, The Netherlands)
- 2013-2015, 2 Years Sterklas School (Amsterdam, The Netherlands)
- 2015-2018, 3 Years Sous Chef Restaurant Dafné (Sittard, The Netherlands)
- 2018-2020, 2 Years Head Chef Restaurant Dafné (Sittard, The Netherlands)
- 2020+, Head Chef Restaurant Bougainville (Amsterdam, The Netherlands)
Private Life Experiences
- 2010-2011, Travel & Learning across South-America
- 2011-2012, Travel & Learning across Australia
- 2012-2013, Travel & Learning across India, Japan & South Korea
- 2019+, Starting YouTube & Tiktok