Head Chef – Luxury Dublin Kitchen, Creative Leadership

Teamworx Ltd; Dublin; On-site; EUR 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company incentives

Opportunities to progress

Excellent company culture

Job summary

A luxury restaurant group in Dublin seeks a Head Chef to lead culinary innovation and manage kitchen operations. The role involves menu development, budget control, and maintaining exceptional standards. The ideal candidate has a proven track record in high-volume luxury kitchens. An excellent culture, opportunities for progression, and a competitive salary of €50-55k await you.

Qualifications

• Proven track record as a Head Chef in high-volume luxury kitchens.
• Deep understanding of food safety systems.
• Exceptional leadership and organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Create and refresh menus reflecting seasonal trends.
• Oversee stock rotation and food cost control.
• Recruit, mentor, and appraise kitchen staff.

Skills

Culinary Leadership

Menu Development

Operational Management

Budget Control

Food Safety & Hygiene

Communication

Team Leadership

Education

Culinary degree or professional qualification

Job description

Teamworx are proud to be recruiting a Head Chef for their client in Dublin 18 - one of south Dublin's most beloved and well-established gastro pubs. A prominent landmark incorporating 2 bars and 2 restaurants at the foothills of the Dublin Mountains. Famous for its food, its atmosphere and its place at the heart of the local community. Known for fantastic food served all day, 7 days a week, constantly buzzing atmosphere, this is a high-volume, high-energy kitchen with a loyal and growing customer base.

This is a serious Head Chef role with real ownership, a strong team, and the backing of an established, community-focused business.

The Role

• Lead and inspire the kitchen team to deliver exceptional food across a high-volume, 7-day operation
  
• Drive menu development - seasonal, fresh and in keeping with the premises reputation for quality gastro pub food
  
• Manage food costs, GP targets, stock control, procurement and labour budgets
  
• Maintain full HACCP, HSE and food safety compliance
  
• Work closely with management on culinary direction and future development
  

The Person

• Proven Head Chef experience in a high-volume gastro pub or casual dining environment
  
• Commercially sharp with a strong understanding of food costing and GP management
  
• A hands-on leader who builds and retains strong kitchen teams
  
• Passionate about quality, consistency and guest experience
  
• Culinary qualification and solid food safety knowledge essential
  

The Package

• Generous Basic salary plus bonus
  
• A fantastic working environment with a great team and loyal customer base
  
• Real stability - this is an institution, not a start-up
  
• Genuine progression opportunities
  

This is a brilliant opportunity to put your stamp on one of Dublin's most popular and enduring gastro pubs.

Call Maurice on 045 898 037 or send your CV today.