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Will you join our team?
Osteria Da Vinci is one of the best Italian restaurants in Groningen because it keeps the culinary tradition of the Italian peninsula alive and relevant.
Our team, consisting mainly of Italian and Dutch students, is not only committed to conveying the quality of Italian cuisine and hospitality, but also supports and guides the integration process in Groningen by organising wonderful events together.
If you are interested in any of the positions listed here, please do not hesitate to contact us.
Independent chef
Job description
For us, it's all about passion: passion for flavour, for quality and for Italian and Sardinian cuisine. In our kitchen, we create dishes that transport our guests to the Mediterranean. Are you a chef who cooks with love, works with pride and brings the flavours of Italy to life on every plate? Then we are looking for you.
What will you do?
- You prepare high-quality, authentic Italian and Sardinian dishes according to traditional recipes and with attention to detail.
- You work independently and maintain an overview, even during busy evenings.
- You contribute to a warm, Italian atmosphere by bringing la dolce vita to life through your dishes.
- You will work closely with a motivated, friendly team that shares the same passion.
What skills do you bring?
- Demonstrable experience as a chef, preferably in an Italian kitchen (but not mandatory).
- Motivation to work hard and grow within a team that prioritises quality.
- Ability to work evenings and weekends.
- Affinity with Italy or Sardinia – speaking the language is a plus, but a love for the cuisine is most important.
Are you excited to join us in the kitchen? Then please contact our head chef Danilo via +31 651553950 or send us an email with your CV and cover letter to info@osteriadavinci.nl. We can't wait to taste your culinary skills!
Service staff
Job description
At Osteria Da Vinci you enter a little piece of Italy in the heart of Groningen. We stand for high-quality, authentic Italian and Sardinian dishes – and for an atmosphere in which every guest gets to experience la dolce vita . That's why we're looking for you: someone who not only serves our guests, but makes them feel like they belong to la famiglia during their stay.
What will you do?
- You make our guests feel as if they are truly dining in Italy.
- You create a warm, homely atmosphere in which everyone feels part of the (Italian) family.
- Hospitality is in your DNA – you find it natural to work with a smile.
- You will be working with a motivated, friendly team in an authentic Italian atmosphere.
What skills do you bring?
- Experience as service staff.
- Availability in the evenings and on weekends.
- Speaking Italian is a plus, but certainly not a must – a love for Italy counts just as much.
Does this sound like a place where you would thrive? Then please contact our restaurant manager Carlo via +31 6 49282644 or send us an email with your CV and cover letter to info@osteriadavinci.nl. We look forward to meeting you!

