Executive Head Chef: Ireland Culinary Leader

Sodexo; Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wellbeing platform

Employee Assistance Programme

24/7 virtual GP

Sodexo Discounts

Pension Plan

Learning & development

Bike to Work

Enhanced benefits & leave

Job summary

Sodexo is seeking an Executive Head Chef to lead the Ireland culinary vision across the Microsoft Ireland estate. This senior role sets standards, drives innovation, and partners with the Account Manager and EMEA teams to deliver outstanding food experiences.

You will manage multiple kitchens, develop talent, and ensure food quality, sustainability, wellness and commercial performance across the estate.

Qualifications

• 5+ years progressive culinary experience, including leadership roles.

Responsibilities

• Lead Ireland culinary strategy and maintain high standards across food quality and service.
• Drive menu development, concepts, events and new experiences.
• Develop and coach Head Chefs and wider culinary teams; support recruitment and retention.
• Champion food safety, HACCP and allergen management; monitor costs and stock.

Skills

Culinary leadership

Commercial acumen

Team development

Food safety HACCP

Communication skills

Education

Executive Chef qualification

Tools

IT skills

Job description

Sodexo is seeking an Executive Head Chef to lead the Ireland culinary vision across the Microsoft Ireland estate. This senior role sets standards, drives innovation, and partners with the Account Manager and EMEA teams to deliver outstanding food experiences.

You will manage multiple kitchens, develop talent, and ensure food quality, sustainability, wellness and commercial performance across the estate.