Head Chef

Compass Group Ireland; Kildare; On-site; EUR 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Compass Group Ireland is seeking a Head Chef to lead culinary operations in a full-time role (40 hours per week, Monday to Friday, daytime). You will create outstanding food experiences, foster a positive kitchen culture, and drive quality across every service.

The company supports career progression and values individuality and initiative. As part of Compass Group UK&I, you will contribute to a team that cares about customers and partners, with equal opportunity and a commitment to an inclusive

Qualifications

• Proven leadership in a kitchen environment.
• Strong communication and relationship-building across teams.
• Experience in a Head Chef role is essential.
• Ability to manage time and meet kitchen deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Preparing high-quality food that delights clients and customers.
• Identifying opportunities to improve food service.
• Creating a positive kitchen environment where the team thrives.
• Delivering tasty food concepts to customers.
• Representing Compass Group UK&I and maintaining a positive brand image.
• Ordering food, stock control, and managing waste.
• Overseeing kitchen hygiene and cleanliness.
• Managing budgets and meeting financial targets.
• Complying with Food Handling & Hygiene standards.
• Complying with Health & Safety regulations.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Head Chef experience

Time management

Decision making

Under pressure

Safety-minded

Food enthusiasm

Job description

We're currently recruiting an ambitious Head Chef to help us create exceptional food experiences for Compass Group Ireland on a full time basis, contracted to 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday, daytime.

As a Head Chef, you will be responsible for creating an outstanding culinary experience. In return, you will have the chance to progress your career with a company that invests in its people, celebrates individuality, and rewards and recognises employees who go beyond the plate.

Could you bring your spark to Compass Group Ireland? Here's what you need to know before applying for a Head Chef position with Compass Group UK&I.

Your Key Responsibilities Will Include

• Preparing delicious, high-quality food that delights our clients and customers
• Identifying opportunities to improve our food service
• Creating a positive kitchen environment where your team feel welcomed and supported
• Delivering our tasty food concepts to our customers
• Representing Compass Group UK&I and maintaining a positive brand image
• Ordering food, looking after stock control and controlling food waste
• Overseeing kitchen cleaning responsibilities to maintain hygiene standards
• Managing budgets and successfully meeting financial targets
• Complying with Food Handling & Hygiene standards
• Complying with Health & Safety regulations

Our Ideal Head Chef Will

• Create a positive work environment where the whole team can thrive
• Be a brilliant communicator and easily build relationships
• Have experience in a similar Head Chef role
• Strive for excellence in an enthusiastic and motivated manner
• Take initiative and make decisions that are right for our customers
• Have a desire to succeed in your role
• Possess the ability to work under pressure
• Demonstrate exceptional timekeeping and reliability
• Have a safety-first mind set
• Passionate about food

At Compass Ireland, our people are our business. When you join the Compass Group you will be joining a supportive network of incredible individuals, each united by their passion for going the extra mile for the organisations we partner with. We are building a team who care about providing a great customer experience and want to grow and develop as we do. We are dedicated to investing in every colleague joining us and pride ourselves on being an equal opportunity employer; we celebrate diversity and are committed to building an inclusive environment for all our colleagues. We consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements.

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Job Reference: com/1708/96669001/52521954/R/ROI #Republic of Ireland

Compass Group UK&I is committed to fostering an environment where every individual can truly be themselves at work and has equal opportunities to advance in their careers. We strive to build a culture that respects and celebrates the unique talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities of all our team members. We want our colleagues to feel valued, empowered to reach their full potential, and to thrive - because diversity is our strength!