We're looking for an experienced and ambitious Head Chef to lead the kitchen at our recently opened daytime restaurant in Co. Kildare.
This is a fantastic opportunity to take charge of a new restaurant that's already making its mark, with the full backing of our established hospitality group, Lily & Wild. We're looking for a confident leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment, has a flair for food, and is excited to build and inspire a talented kitchen team.
What the Role Involves
* Full responsibility for kitchen operations and maintaining high standards
* Leading and motivating your team with professionalism and clarity
* Delivering fresh, seasonal, vibrant food with consistency and flair
* Managing GP, food costs, ordering, and stock with precision
* Building strong supplier relationships to ensure quality and consistency
* Maintaining excellent kitchen systems, hygiene, and HACCP compliance
* Creating a positive and motivated kitchen culture where your team can succeed
Who We're Looking For
* Proven Head Chef experience in a busy, fast-paced restaurant
* A strong and confident leader with the ability to develop and inspire a team
* Passionate about food, flavour, and seasonal cooking
* Calm under pressure, highly organised, and solutions-focused
* Open to the challenges of a new restaurant while committed to maintaining consistent standards
* Commercially aware, with proven ability to manage GP and performance
Why Join Us?
At Lily & Wild, we're building restaurants that combine quality, creativity, and genuine hospitality. As Head Chef, this is your chance to shape the success of a new restaurant, backed by the resources, support, and vision of a wider company with over 25 years in the industry.
If you're ready to step up, lead your own kitchen, and make your mark, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply now and be part of something exciting in Kildare.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: From €45,000.00 per year
Experience:
* Head Chef: 5 years (required)
* restaurant: 3 years (required)
Work authorisation:
* Ireland (required)
Location:
* Kildare, CO. Kildare (preferred)
Work Location: In person