Cost Control Intern

About our hotel

Sofitel Legend The Grand Amsterdam offers five-star luxury in a unique and historic setting. As part of Accor, we combine the rich heritage of our landmark building with contemporary elegance, French art de vivre, and exceptional service standards.

Located in the heart of Amsterdam, The Grand is renowned for creating unforgettable experiences for guests from around the world while offering meaningful development opportunities for hospitality professionals.

Availible from Augustus/ September 2027

Job description

In the Cost Control department of The Grand, we ensure that all goods and supplies for the various departments of the hotel are efficiently managed. This includes physically checking deliveries, organizing stock, and making sure that all orders are distributed correctly. You will also assist with keeping the purchase administration up to date and support the manager with invoice processing and inventory reporting. 

What do we offer?

Our team is young and full with passion and motivation. The Grand highly values personal and professional growth, therefore, we have a full time Learning & Development Manager who contributes do your development. Not only during, but also after your internship, we see possibilities and career opportunities. You also have the possibility to do various cross trainings in different departments to broaden your hotel knowledge. As part of your internship experience, you'll get the opportunity to take part in an operational shift once a month, giving you valuable hands-on insight into our daily operations.

The internship allowance is €600 gross per month, based on 38 hours per week. Besides this, you also have the possibility to receive travel allowance. Every day you can enjoy a meal (for free) in our staff canteen.

Do you like to go out for dinner and drinks? Good! You will get up to 50% discount in several restaurants and bars in 4 and 5 star hotels in Amsterdam!

What will you do?

• Communicating daily with suppliers.
• Checking internal delivery systems and updating all records.
• Physically organizing containers with goods at our receiving center.
• Ensuring stock levels are updated.
• Picking up deliveries and sorting them for each department.
• Coordinating with all departments to meet their needs.

Student profile

We are looking for you if you meet these requirements:

• You are fluent in English.
• You are well organized and interested in Luxury Hospitality.
• You are enrolled in school for the entire duration of the internship.
• You are available for at least 22 hours per week.

What we offer

Our team is young, dynamic, and passionate about hospitality. The Grand highly values personal and professional development, which is why we have a dedicated Training Manager who actively supports your growth throughout your internship journey.

In addition to your operational learning experience, you will have the opportunity to:

• Participate in various cross-trainings across different hotel departments
• Gain exposure to quality management and operational coordination projects
• Take part in an operational management shift once per month, providing valuable insight into daily hotel operations and decision-making
• Explore future career opportunities within Sofitel Legend The Grand Amsterdam and the wider Accor network

The internship allowance is €750 gross per month based on 38 hours per week. In addition, you may be eligible for a travel allowance.

Every day, you can enjoy a complimentary meal in our staff canteen.

Love dining out? As part of the Accor family, you can enjoy discounts of up to 50% at selected restaurants and bars within participating 4- and 5-star hotels in Amsterdam.

Please note that only candidates who already have the legal right to work in the Netherlands will be considered. Sofitel Legend The Grand Amsterdam does not provide visa or work permit sponsorship.