Culinary Leader & Menu Architect

WSH Group; Dublin; On-site; EUR 50,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holiday upgrade

Birthday day off

Volunteering days

Grandparent leave

Maternity leave 26 weeks

Secondary carer leave

Wedding day leave

Free meals on shift

Training and development

Life insurance

Perkbox discounts

Wellbeing hub

Employee assistance

Cycle to work

Job summary

BaxterStorey in Santry, Dublin is seeking a Chef Manager to lead high-quality culinary operations. The role oversees menu development, cost control, team leadership, and guest relations, ensuring exceptional dining experiences.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong culinary skills, effective leadership, and a proactive approach to health and safety. This full-time position offers excellent training and progression opportunities within BaxterStorey.

Qualifications

• Proven experience commensurate with role.
• Excellent creative culinary skills.
• Leadership and team management abilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal relations skills.
• Proficiency in food cost management.
• Knowledge of food safety and health and safety regulations.
• Ability to adapt and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Works according to the BaxterStorey core values.

Responsibilities

• Menu Planning and Execution - create and plan menus in accordance with the style and customer preferences of the location. Oversee food preparation and presentation to ensure high-quality dishes, monitoring wastage and portion control
• Employee Management - recruit, train, and supervise all colleagues, including chefs, cooks and front of house. Provide continual guidance, coaching, and performance feedback to kitchen team.
• Inventory and Cost Control - monitor and manage stock levels, sensible approach to ordering supplies
• Customer Relations - Interact with customers to understand their specific catering needs and preferences and maintain an open channel of communication to address any concerns or requirements. Consistently seeking feedback is key to success
• Health and Safety Compliance - support the head chef to ensure adherence to health and safety regulations and food safety protocols/policies. Create an environment that has safety embedded in the culture
• Budget and Financial Management - develop and manage kitchen budgets, report on financial performance and implement any cost savings required without impacting delivery of excellence
• Menu Development and Innovation - stay updated on culinary trends and incorporate new ideas into menus
• Compliance and Documentation - maintain accurate records of inventory, orders, and food preparation processes and ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements

Skills

Leadership

Culinary skills

Communication

Food cost mgmt

Health & safety

Fast-paced environment

Job description

BaxterStorey in Santry, Dublin is seeking a Chef Manager to lead high-quality culinary operations. The role oversees menu development, cost control, team leadership, and guest relations, ensuring exceptional dining experiences.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong culinary skills, effective leadership, and a proactive approach to health and safety. This full-time position offers excellent training and progression opportunities within BaxterStorey.