Executive Sous Chef

Sodexo Ireland; Leinster; On-site; EUR 38,250 - 51,750; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension plan

Learning and development tools

Bike to work scheme

Employee assistance programme

Discount scheme

Job summary

Sodexo Ireland is seeking an Executive Sous Chef for its Dublin operations. The role requires professional chef qualifications and 3-5 years in hospitality or corporate catering, with expertise in food safety and budget management.

You will lead high-profile food service at executive meetings, with responsibility for seasonal menus, VIP events, and a strong culture of safety and excellence. The position offers full-time permanent employment in a dynamic hospitality environment.

Qualifications

• Professional chef qualification (CIEH Level 3 or equivalent).
• 3-5 years' experience within hospitality or corporate catering.
• Strong knowledge of food safety and hygiene standards.
• Experience managing stock, food costs, and budgets.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.

Responsibilities

• Preparing and presenting high-quality food for executive meetings, conferences, hospitality events, and workplace dining.
• Creating seasonal menus and delivering consistently exceptional food presentation.
• Supporting VIP events and providing a first-class hospitality experience.
• Maintaining the highest standards of food safety, HACCP compliance, and allergen management.
• Managing food costs, stock levels, and minimising waste.
• Coaching and supporting junior team members while contributing to a positive kitchen culture.
• Ensuring all food safety documentation and due diligence records are completed accurately.

Skills

Communication

Customer service

Calm under pressure

Education

CIEH Level 3 or equivalent

Level 6 qualification (Higher Advanced Certificate / National Craft Certificate)

Job description

Application Details

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Job Description

About the role: Executive Sous Chef.

Location: Dublin, Ireland.

Salary: €45,000 per annum.

Contract: Full-time, Permanent.

Responsibilities

Preparing and presenting high-quality food for executive meetings, conferences, hospitality events, and workplace dining.

Creating seasonal menus and delivering consistently exceptional food presentation.

Supporting VIP events and providing a first-class hospitality experience.

Maintaining the highest standards of food safety, HACCP compliance, and allergen management.

Managing food costs, stock levels, and minimising waste.

Coaching and supporting junior team members while contributing to a positive kitchen culture.

Ensuring all food safety documentation and due diligence records are completed accurately.

Qualifications

A professional chef qualification (CIEH Level 3 or equivalent).

3-5 years' experience within hospitality or corporate catering.

A passion for producing high-quality food with exceptional presentation.

Strong knowledge of food safety and hygiene standards.

Experience managing stock, food costs, and budgets.

Excellent communication and customer service skills.

The ability to work calmly under pressure in a fast-paced environment.

A proactive team player with a flexible approach and a passion for delivering outstanding hospitality.

Benefits

Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it’s a chance to be part of something greater. Belong in a company and team that values you for you. Act with purpose and have an impact through your everyday actions. Thrive in your own way.

We also offer a range of perks, rewards and benefits for our colleagues and their families including unlimited online wellbeing support, employee assistance programme, a 24hr virtual GP service, Sodexo Discounts Scheme, pension plan, learning and development tools, bike to work scheme, enhanced benefits and leave policies.

Sodexo reserves the right to close this advert early.

Career Level

Experienced (Non-Managerial)

Candidate Requirements

• Minimum Experienced Required (Years): 3
• Minimum Qualification: Level 6 (incl Higher Advanced Certificate & National Craft Certificate)

Desirable Skills

• Administration, Creativity, Interpersonal Skills
• Collaboration, Priority Planning, Teamwork

Sector

• Accommodation and food service activities