Lead Chef | Creative Menu Architect & Team Leader

Aramark Ireland

Cork

On-site

EUR 40,000 - 55,000

Full time

14 days+
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Job summary

Aramark Ireland has an exciting opportunity for a Lead Chef in Cork. You will oversee the delivery of food services, lead a team of chefs, and create menus while maintaining high standards of food quality.

The ideal candidate has significant management experience in culinary settings, strong communication skills, and a passion for the culinary industry. You will work on-site and be responsible for ensuring customer satisfaction and innovative food preparation within budget.

Qualifications

  • Proven experience leading a culinary team.
  • Ability to create and execute culinary menus.
  • Experience in maintaining food quality and standards.

Responsibilities

  • Lead a team of chefs for food service delivery.
  • Create weekly menus and culinary specials.
  • Maintain kitchen operation and cost efficiency.

Skills

Customer focused
Excellent recipe knowledge
Strong communications
Ability to develop innovative solutions

Education

Recognized culinary or kitchen management qualification
Minimum of 2 years as head chef

Tools

Windows Office

Job description

Aramark Ireland has an exciting opportunity for a Lead Chef in Cork. You will oversee the delivery of food services, lead a team of chefs, and create menus while maintaining high standards of food quality.

The ideal candidate has significant management experience in culinary settings, strong communication skills, and a passion for the culinary industry. You will work on-site and be responsible for ensuring customer satisfaction and innovative food preparation within budget.

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