Head Chef

Victoria Hotel; Galway; On-site; EUR 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff meals

Job summary

The Victoria Hotel in Galway is seeking a passionate Head Chef to lead our culinary team across bars, restaurants and event catering. You will drive culinary excellence, craft innovative menus and ensure a memorable dining experience for guests.

The ideal candidate has proven Head Chef experience in a high-volume, upscale setting, strong leadership to develop a cohesive team, budget control and a keen eye for food safety and presentation.

Qualifications

• Proven Head Chef experience in high-volume, upscale hotel or restaurant.
• Culinary arts training from a reputable institution; hospitality management certs a plus.
• Strong leadership with a track record of developing a cohesive team.
• Creative culinary skills with the ability to forecast and react to dining trends.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills, with proficiency in managing budgets and cost controls.

Responsibilities

• Develop and refine menus, ensuring a mix of traditional and contemporary dishes that reflect our brand and satisfy diverse palates.
• Manage kitchen operations, including ingredient procurement, recipe standardization, food preparation, and presentation.
• Lead, train, and inspire a team of kitchen staff to ensure culinary and hygienic standards are met.
• Collaborate with management to control kitchen costs, improve efficiency, and ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.
• Spearhead the culinary aspect of events, creating bespoke menus and overseeing their execution to high standards.

Skills

Head Chef experience

Leadership

Menu development

Budgeting & cost control

Health & safety knowledge

Education

Culinary arts training

Job description

Job Title

Head Chef

Job Summary

Byrne Hotel Group seeks a passionate and enthusiastic Head Chef to lead our culinary team in The Victoria Hotel. The ideal candidate will be pivotal in driving culinary excellence across our bars, restaurants, and event catering services. This role demands innovation and ambition to enhance our dining offerings and ensure a memorable gastronomic experience for our guests.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and refine menus, ensuring a mix of traditional and contemporary dishes that reflect our brand and satisfy diverse palates.
• Manage kitchen operations, including ingredient procurement, recipe standardization, food preparation, and presentation.
• Lead, train, and inspire a team of kitchen staff to ensure culinary and hygienic standards are met.
• Collaborate with management to control kitchen costs, improve efficiency, and ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.
• Spearhead the culinary aspect of events, creating bespoke menus and overseeing their execution to high standards.

Required Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Head Chef in a high-volume, upscale hotel or restaurant.
• Culinary arts training from a reputable institution; additional certifications in hospitality management a plus.
• Strong leadership skills with a track record of developing a cohesive team.
• Creative culinary skills with the ability to forecast and react to dining trends.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills, with proficiency in managing budgets and cost controls.

We Offer

• A competitive salary
• Opportunities for professional development and culinary creativity.
• The chance to work in a dynamic and supportive environment in one of Galway's most prestigious hotels.
• Staff Meals