14 Head Chef jobs in Ireland
Head Chef
Dublin, Leinster
The Firm
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Head Chef for popular restuarant in Dublin City Centre Great opportunity for a talented Head Chef to join this popular restaurnat in Dublin city centre. Boasting vibrant environs, lovely food provenance and private dining space, they now seek a proven Head Chef to manage the kitchen and lead the team. What Youll Do: Lead and motivate kitchen staff during busy service Oversee prep, quality control and plating standards Decide on seasonal menus and daily specials Uphold hygiene, safety and consistency at all times Deputise for Executive Chef in their absence What You Bring: 3+ years experience in a senior kitchen role Solid knowledgeable in cost control, kitchen operations and food trends Positive leadership style, genuine ethos of team spirit Ability to remain cool under pressure, thriving in a fast-paced, professional kitchen Passion for food! Send in your CV today to take the next step in your culinary journey! *Please note that candidates must currently reside in Ireland and be fully eligible to work here in order to be considered for this role. Skills: Restaurant Head Chef
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Head Chef
Dublin, Leinster
Career Vision Recruiters
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Head Chef High Profile Dublin City Venue We are seeking an ambitious and highly skilled Head Chef to lead the kitchen team at a prestigious, high-profile venue in the heart of Dublin City. This is a fantastic opportunity for a culinary professional with vision, creativity, and strong leadership to make their mark in one of Dublins most exciting hospitality settings. The Role: Oversee the day-to-day management of the kitchen, ensuring consistently high standards of food quality, presentation, and service. Lead, inspire, and develop a talented brigade of chefs, fostering a culture of teamwork, innovation, and excellence. Design and deliver seasonal, creative menus that reflect the venues reputation for quality and flair. Ensure compliance with all HACCP, health, safety, and hygiene standards. Manage kitchen budgets, costings, GP targets, and stock control efficiently. Work closely with senior management to ensure smooth running of operations and an outstanding guest experience. The Ideal Candidate: Proven track record as a Head Chef or Senior Sous in a high-volume, quality-driven environment. Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and inspire a team. Passion for food, creativity, and keeping up to date with industry trends. Excellent organisational, financial, and communication skills. A calm, professional, and hands-on leader who thrives under pressure. Whats on Offer: Competitive salary package, reflective of experience and expertise. Opportunity to lead a flagship Dublin City venue with a strong profile. Supportive senior management team with a focus on quality and career development. A dynamic and exciting working environment at the forefront of the hospitality scene. If you are a driven, passionate, and experienced chef ready to take on this exciting challenge, we would love to hear from you. Please send your CV to Stuart at Career Vision Recruiters or apply to the link below Skills: Food Quality Menu planning Culinary Food Management Culinary Skills Benefits: Performance Bonus
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Head Chef
Cork, Munster
Broadline Recruiters
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Head Chef Luxury Hotel | Cork Broadline Recruiters are delighted to partner with a prestigious hotel in Cork to recruit a talented and experienced Head Chef. This is an exciting opportunity to join one of the citys leading hospitality teams, delivering exceptional culinary experiences across multiple outlets. The Head Chef will oversee all kitchen operations, ensuring the highest standards of food quality, hygiene, and team performance. The ideal candidate will have a proven background in high-end or fine dining environments. Michelin star experience is a distinct advantage. Key Responsibilities: Lead all aspects of kitchen operations and ensure smooth day-to-day running. Manage food production across all F&B outlets, maintaining consistency and quality. Monitor and control kitchen budgets, food costs, and GP targets. Support and develop a motivated, professional kitchen team. Ensure compliance with food safety, hygiene, and health & safety legislation. Collaborate with the F&B Manager on menu development and innovation. Drive sustainability through food waste management and cost controls. Candidate Profile: 23 years' experience as an Head Chef or Sous Chef in a 4-star or higher property. Fine Dining experience highly desirable. Strong leadership, communication, and team development skills. Proven success in managing kitchen financials and meeting targets. Passion for quality, innovation, and guest satisfaction. HACCP and all relevant health & safety certifications required. This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious Head Chef to take the next step in their career, leading a dynamic team in a luxury Cork hotel. If you are a results-driven, passionate Head Chef, we want to hear from you. Apply today through Broadline Recruiters. CPERM22 INDCAT1 Skills: Luxury hotel Executive head chef Head chef Fine dining Banqueting Kitchen Management HACCP
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Head Chef
Kildare, Leinster
Victorian Tea Rooms
Posted 3 days ago
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Job Title: Head Chef Location: The Victorian Tea Rooms, Straffan, Co. Kildare Employment Type: Full-time About Us The Victorian Tea Rooms is a much-loved, award winning spot in Kildare, known for freshly prepared food, homemade bakes, and a warm welcome. We pride ourselves on serving quality dishes in a relaxed, friendly setting. Role Overview We are seeking a skilled and passionate Chef to lead our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for running our busy day time kitchen, preparing and presenting high-quality dishes, menu development, and maintaining high standards of cleanliness and food safety in the kitchen. Key Responsibilities Manage other staff in the kitchen Menu planning, bringing creative ideas while keeping in line with the Tea Rooms style. Prepare and cook dishes to a consistently high standard. Ensure compliance with HACCP and food safety regulations. Manage stock levels and ordering. Lead the team to deliver excellent service to customers. Requirements Previous experience leading a kitchen in a café, restaurant, or similar environment A recognised culinary qualification (e.g. FETAC/QQI or equivalent) desirable. Strong knowledge of HACCP and food safety practices. Ability to work under pressure in a busy kitchen. Creativity and enthusiasm for producing fresh, quality food. What We Offer Competitive pay rates. Friendly and supportive work environment. Daytime working hours typical of a café setting , weekend availability essential Employee assistance program On site parking Discount available in Life Store
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Head Chef
Dublin, Leinster
Maria Logan Recruitment
Posted 4 days ago
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Head Chef - Dublin City Centre Maria Logan Recruitment are currently seeking a passionate Head Chef for this stunning 4 star hotel in Dublin City Centre. In this role, you will be responsible for the daily operations of the kitchen, while leading a committed brigade to ensure the team produces dishes to the highest culinary standard. This will suit someone who is organised and strategic in approach, with the ability to succeed in a busy environment. The personality for this challenge is motivated, passionate and a great leader. For more information, please apply through the link. Skills: Head Chef Restaurant Gastropub Bar
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Head Chef
Dublin, Leinster
The Green
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About Us: O'Callaghan Collection is a thoughtfully curated and design led collection of 5 Irish family-owned and managed luxury boutique hotels located in the heart of Dublin and Gibraltar city centres. Each boutique hotel has its own unique identify that reflects its location and offered guest experience. Our properties are continually being developed in order to exceed evolving customer expectations. Our philosophy centres around tailored guest and client solutions. We prioritise personalised service and experience over a one-size-fits-all approach. We recognise that excellent customer outcomes are directly tied to the satisfaction and engagement of our employees. Therefore, our approach to attracting and retaining talent is centred around creating a workplace culture that values and supports our staff. We seek talented people, visionaries who want to make their mark by helping to create something truly spectacular, who want to know that their opinions count, and their contributions are valued. We strive to provide our employees with a challenging and rewarding work environment that encourages personal and professional growth. We offer comprehensive training and development programs to help our team members achieve their career goals and stay up to date with industry trends. In addition to investing in our employees' career development, we also prioritise their well-being and work-life balance. We offer competitive compensation packages, flexible scheduling, and a range of employee benefits and perks. Our goal is to attract and retain top talent in the industry who share our commitment to excellence and passion for providing exceptional service to our guests. If this sounds like you, wed love to connect. We are Caring|Proud|Accountable|Determined. Benefits: Free use of our fully equipped gym Your Birthday as an extra paid day off! Enhanced holidays with service Rewards programme Refer a friend - €500 reward Discounted room stays - friends and family Discounted F & B when you are a guest in any of our hotels The opportunity to progress - 4 Hotels in Dublin city and a Hotel in Gibraltar Tax saver for travel tickets Bike to work scheme and a safe place to leave your bike. Role information: Menu Development: Create innovative, seasonal menus aligned with the hotel's theme, considering dietary restrictions, costing, and local ingredients availability. Kitchen Management: Oversee kitchen operations, including staffing, scheduling, training, and ensuring adherence to safety and sanitation standards. Quality Control: Maintain high food quality standards by conducting regular inspections, tasting sessions, and providing guidance to the kitchen team. Inventory and Cost Control: Manage inventory levels, minimize waste, and control costs by implementing efficient purchasing practices and portion control. Collaboration and Communication: Coordinate with other departments, such as event planning or F&B management, to ensure seamless service and meet guest expectations. Leadership and Development: Mentor and lead the kitchen staff, fostering a positive work environment, encouraging creativity, and facilitating professional growth. Requirements: Minimum experience of four years of previous hotel/hospitality work experience as Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef level. Completed Hospitality/ Travel/ Tourism qualification at Diploma level. Minimum level 3 Food Safety (HACCP). Excellent communication skills and people management. Excellent customer care and complaint-handling skills. Excellent presentation and appearance. Ability to deliver quality and standards. Ability to work flexible shifts. Experience in dealing with budgets, forecasts and quality standards. Proficiency with computers and computer programs, including Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook. Skills: Team Management attention to detail creative Benefits: Competitive Salary, Free Gym
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Head Chef
D08 Dublin, Leinster
€55000 - €60000 annum
Teamworx
Posted 345 days ago
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Teamworx are delighted to be recruiting a Head Chef for a an award winning Dublin City Restaurant. What's on offer: Salary of approx €65- 60K (neg depending on experience)Flexible hoursMeals on Duty The role: Strong leadershipSound Financial acumen.Implement new Kitchen procedures in line with new menus and food offeringsEnsure food offering is of the highest standard to create new and repeat businessSourcing and dealing with suppliersTraining of new kitchen staffEnsuring all Food and Hygiene standards are adhered to RostersCreate a positive team environment at all timesMinimise wastage at all times The ideal candidate: A minimum of 3 years experiences as a Head or Senior Sous ChefHighend Grill/ Steak house experiencePrevious experience with menu creation and costingsPrevious experience successfully managing a teamA real foodie with a passion for cooking and keeping up with the latest food trendsMust be sound and have a real passion for food.Attention to details and a good problem solverApply today or call Maurice on for more info
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Head Chef - Daytime
Galway, Connacht
Burren Amber
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Head Chef Premier Stadium Venue, Galway Location: Galway City Salary: €55,000 Are you an experienced Head Chef ready to take on a high-profile leadership role in one of Galways most exciting venues? Our client, a leading name in the food and hospitality industry, is seeking a dynamic culinary professional to lead operations at a flagship multi-use stadium. This venue hosts everything from major sporting events to corporate functions and community gatherings. As Head Chef, youll be responsible for delivering exceptional food experiencesranging from day-to-day café service to high-end banqueting and player-focused nutrition. Key Responsibilities Lead, inspire, and manage a busy kitchen team. Deliver innovative, high-quality menus that champion local, seasonal, and sustainable produce. Oversee all aspects of kitchen operations, including stock management, supplier relations, and equipment maintenance. Ensure HACCP standards are fully implemented and adhered to. Collaborate with management to deliver on budgets, targets, and client expectations. Play a central role in hosting corporate, hospitality, and special events. Recruit, train, roster, and develop your team to maximise productivity and performance. The Ideal Head Chef: At least 5 years experience as Head Chef or in a senior kitchen management role. Strong leadership, delegation, and communication skills. Proven ability to perform under pressure and deliver results. Passion for innovation, quality, and sustainability. BURAMB22 INDCAT1 Skills: Head Chef Head Chef hotel catering banqueting Benefits: See Description
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Head Chef - Boutique Hotel
Dublin, Leinster
Red D Recruitment
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Red D are recruiting a Head Chef for a very stylish boutique hotel in Dublin. This is a brilliant opportunity for a creative, hands-on leader to take charge of a kitchen that blends personality, flair and high standards. As Head Chef, youll be setting the tone for the hotels entire food offering from relaxed breakfasts to vibrant restaurant service and beautifully executed private events. This role is about more than running a kitchen: its about building a team that thrives, producing food that people talk about, and creating menus that celebrate seasonality and style. What Youll Be Doing Leading and inspiring your brigade, mentoring and training chefs at all levels Driving consistency and quality across restaurant, bar, banqueting and events Creating menus that are fresh, seasonal and exciting, while keeping an eye on costs Ensuring top-class HACCP standards and smooth kitchen operations day to day Working closely with the management team to deliver memorable guest experiences What Were Looking For Proven Head Chef or strong Sous Chef experience in an upmarket hotel or restaurant A passion for seasonal Irish produce and modern food trends Strong leadership skills someone who can motivate, train and develop their team Financial awareness with experience in managing GP and stock control A calm, positive presence in the kitchen even when the pressures on Whats on Offer Excellent salary and benefits Meals on duty Company discounts The chance to put your stamp on the food offering of one of Dublins most stylish boutique hotels We can only consider candidates with full, unrestricted permission to live and work in the EU. UK passport holders are also welcome to apply.
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Head Chef - Boutique Hotel
R51 Kildare, Leinster
Teamworx
Posted 65 days ago
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Teamworx are delighted to be recruiting an experienced and innovative Head Chef to lead our client's professional and highly skilled kitchen team. If you have the relevant qualifications, would like to develop your career within a busy and extremely popular property this could be an excellent opportunity for you.
The Role:
This is a full-time position working an average of 45 hours per week - 5 days over 7 to include weekends and public holidays.
Main Duties:
· Management of the food service department of the hotel.
· Lead a team of 12-14 staff within the kitchen
· Working closely with the Food & Beverage Manager, Group Executive Head Chef and Directors/Owners on the strategic planning for the hotel.
· Management of budgets and targets in relation to the kitchen/food service of the property as well as payroll costs for kitchen.
· Staff Training & Development
· Menu Development/Design
· Working closely with the Senior Team on further developing the restaurant & food service within the hotel.
· Working as an active chef within the hotels busy kitchens.
· Management of the kitchens/hotels HACCP system.
· Ensuring the highest standards are achieved within the department.
· Stock Takes
· Ordering
· Rosters
Requirements:
· Must have a minimum of 3-4 years previous experience as a Head Chef working within busy properties.
· 4/5 years’ experience working as a senior chef within 4* hotels within the Irish hospitality industry is essential.
· Must have experience in managing kitchen finances and in the financial aspect of managing a busy kitchen.
· Must be fluent in the English Language both written and spoken.
· Must be HACCP Trained – level 2 or 3 and have experience in managing a kitchens HACCP system.
· Must have a proven track record in training and development of staff.
· Must have strong people management skills
· Excellent communications skills.
· Excellent people skills.
· Must be able to work as part of a team and on own initiative.
· Must be a team player and be able to work with members of the hotels management team on various in-house food related projects.
Benefits:
Salary up to €60,000· Employee Assistance Programme
· Free Parking
· Free Staff Meals while on Duty
· Group Pension Scheme
· Group Health Insurance (Reduced Rates)
· Excellent Training Opportunities
· Staff Reward & Recognition Initiatives
Apply today or for more information call Sarah Strachan (Head of Hospitality) on #retailcareer
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