Head Chef

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Location: North Wall Quay, Dublin Contract: Full-Time, Permanent Salary: €53,000 - €63,000 per annum plus Sodexo benefits We are looking for an experienced Head Chef to lead a high-performing kitchen operation, delivering exceptional food experiences, outstanding hospitality, and operational excellence within a prestigious corporate setting. This is an exciting opportunity for a talented culinary professional who combines creativity, leadership, and strong financial management skills with a genuine passion for food and customer service. What You Will Be Doing Culinary & Operational Leadership Lead the day-to-day kitchen operation, ensuring exceptional food quality, presentation, and service delivery. Deliver catering and hospitality services in line with agreed service standards, KPIs, and client expectations. Develop innovative and seasonal menus that enhance the customer experience. Maintain the highest standards of food preparation, production, presentation, and service. Team Leadership & Development Lead, motivate, and develop a team of chefs and kitchen staff. Conduct daily team briefings and foster a positive, collaborative working environment. Support training, coaching, and continuous professional development within the team. Promote a culture of accountability, engagement, and excellence. Financial & Commercial Management Manage food costs, labour budgets, and kitchen expenditure to achieve financial targets. Ensure all dishes and menus are accurately costed to deliver strong gross profit margins. Monitor stock levels, purchasing, and supplier performance. Identify opportunities to grow revenue and enhance the overall catering offer. Client & Hospitality Excellence Build strong relationships with clients and key stakeholders. Deliver outstanding hospitality services for senior leadership meetings, events, and corporate functions. Respond proactively to customer feedback and continuously improve service delivery. Support business development opportunities and innovative food concepts. Compliance & Safety Ensure full compliance with food safety, hygiene, health & safety, and company policies. Maintain all relevant documentation, audits, and compliance records. Conduct regular equipment, safety, and operational checks. Champion best practices across all aspects of the catering operation. What We Are Looking For We are seeking a Head Chef who brings: Proven experience leading a kitchen team within corporate dining, hospitality, contract catering, or a high-volume foodservice environment. Strong culinary skills with a passion for innovation, quality, and customer experience. Experience delivering hospitality services for senior clients and corporate events. Excellent leadership and people management skills. Strong commercial awareness with experience managing food costs, labour budgets, and profitability. Knowledge of food safety legislation, HACCP principles, and health & safety compliance.