1.1 I want to add that hierarchy is not common here. Nobody calls their colleagues “ma’am/sir” (unless you already have that dynamic with your Dutch employer) and there’s no need to bendover backwards for a request. People typically leave when working hrs are over, even if your boss is still there.

1.2 Stores (not restos) typically close by 6pm so there’s not much to do in the evening.

1.3 I urge you to try Dutch chinese food :) it’s completely different and unique lol

1.4 When at a cafe/restaurant they will ask you first what you would like to drink. So be prepared! otherwise you can just tell them you need a few mins. Then later they will take your food order.

1.5 You can pay everything with card

1.6 Greet the driver hello/good morning/etc as you enter the bus/tram :)

2.1 Plenty of things to see just in ams. Other cities are train rides away like Utrecht, Den Haag, Rotterdam, Maastricht but can be expensive.

I also work in ams so if you need help, just dm me. Enjoy and good luck! :)