Head Chef | Lead Kitchen Team, Innovation & Excellence

Sodexo Ireland; Leinster; On-site; EUR 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wellbeing platform access

Employee Assistance Programme

Sodexo Discounts

Pension Plan

Bike to Work

Job summary

Sodexo Ireland in Dublin is seeking an experienced Head Chef to lead a kitchen team, deliver high-quality catering services and maintain exceptional customer experience. You will manage daily production, financials and compliance, while developing your team and strengthening client relations in a fast-paced food-focused environment.

The role requires strong leadership, financial acumen and a passion for innovative menus, with responsibilities spanning cost control, staff development and ongoing

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year experience managing kitchen teams.
• Level 6 qualification or relevant culinary training.
• Experience in a compliance-driven environment.
• Proven budget and cost management experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the kitchen team to high food quality, presentation and service.
• Manage daily food production and ensure on-time catering delivery.
• Control labour, food and operational costs within budget.
• Manage stock, purchasing and supplier relationships.
• Ensure food safety, health & safety, hygiene, COSHH and company procedures.
• Drive continuous improvement, innovation and new food service initiatives.
• Build strong client relationships and support excellent customer satisfaction.
• Recruit, train and develop the team and support the General Manager in their absence.

Skills

Kitchen leadership

Budget management

Food service knowledge

Food quality standards

Customer service

Compliance experience

Culinary qualifications

Education

Level 6 qualification

Job description

Sodexo Ireland in Dublin is seeking an experienced Head Chef to lead a kitchen team, deliver high-quality catering services and maintain exceptional customer experience. You will manage daily production, financials and compliance, while developing your team and strengthening client relations in a fast-paced food-focused environment.

The role requires strong leadership, financial acumen and a passion for innovative menus, with responsibilities spanning cost control, staff development and ongoing