Lead Sous Chef — Dublin Kitchen Leadership & Quality

Northern Europe; Dublin; On-site; EUR 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Aramark Ireland is seeking an experienced Sous Chef to join the Dublin culinary team. You will support the Head Chef, lead kitchen operations and mentor staff to deliver exceptional food and service in a fast-paced environment.

You will ensure food safety, allergen management and cost control while collaborating with front-of-house teams to maintain high standards and seamless service.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 2/3 or equivalent in professional cookery.
• Level 3 Food Safety qualification.
• Experience in fast-paced, high-volume catering environments.
• Strong leadership, kitchen management and culinary skills.
• Knowledge of health & safety practices and food hygiene standards.

Responsibilities

• Support the Head Chef with day-to-day kitchen operations; lead and mentor the kitchen team to deliver high-quality food and service.
• Prepare, cook and present meals to a consistently high standard, ensuring recipe compliance and production standards.
• Manage stock ordering, stock control and stock taking processes.
• Ensure food safety, allergen management and health & safety procedures are rigorously followed.
• Assist with menu planning, kitchen administration and cost control initiatives.
• Support hospitality functions and events as required, showing flexibility and resilience.

Skills

Leadership & team management

Food safety & HACCP

Stock control

Menu planning

Allergen management

Communication & organisation

Calm under pressure

Trade tests

Education

NVQ Level 2/3 Professional Cookery or equivalent

Job description

Aramark Ireland is seeking an experienced Sous Chef to join the Dublin culinary team. You will support the Head Chef, lead kitchen operations and mentor staff to deliver exceptional food and service in a fast-paced environment.

You will ensure food safety, allergen management and cost control while collaborating with front-of-house teams to maintain high standards and seamless service.