Speciality Operations Chef: Global Cuisine & Menu Innovation

gategroup; Dublin; On-site; EUR 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Gate Gourmet is seeking a Speciality Chef – Operations in Ireland, Dublin. You will prepare, produce, and present high-quality meals across multiple cuisines, ensure recipes execution, food safety, and support menu development under supervision of senior culinary leaders.

You will work in a designated kitchen area, drive production to specification, train junior team members, and engage with customers and stakeholders while adhering to HACCP and safety standards.

Qualifications

• Experience in culinary operations across multiple cuisines within a high-volume kitchen.
• Strong knowledge of food safety, HACCP, and portion controls.
• Proven ability to train and mentor junior team members.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and document recipes, menu methodologies, and production processes.
• Collaborate with regional/global chefs to meet client specifications and contribute to menu design.
• Ensure menu adherence to recipes, portion sizes, and food safety standards.
• Lead daily production within the assigned section and monitor yields and waste.
• Train and guide junior staff and coordinate with other kitchen sections.

Skills

Communication

Organisation

Culinary Skills

Customer Focus

Teamwork

Job description

Gate Gourmet is seeking a Speciality Chef – Operations in Ireland, Dublin. You will prepare, produce, and present high-quality meals across multiple cuisines, ensure recipes execution, food safety, and support menu development under supervision of senior culinary leaders.

You will work in a designated kitchen area, drive production to specification, train junior team members, and engage with customers and stakeholders while adhering to HACCP and safety standards.