Head Chef Job Description
This is a senior kitchen role in a busy hotel or event-based environment.
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Job Title: Head Chef Location: Claregalway, Galway Role Type: Full-time, Permanent Reports To: General Manager Introduction:
We are looking for a highly skilled and dynamic Head Chef to lead a talented kitchen team in delivering exceptional culinary experiences for our guests and local residents.
As Head Chef, you will be responsible for ensuring the highest standards in food preparation, presentation, and kitchen operations while managing a team of chefs, kitchen porters, and assistants.
Key Responsibilities:
* Lead and manage the kitchen team, ensuring efficient day-to-day operations and high-quality food production across all areas of the hotel's restaurant.
* Design and update seasonal menus that offer variety, innovation, and meet guest expectations while considering cost-effectiveness.
* Manage kitchen budgets, including food costs, stock control, and inventory management, ensuring profitability and minimizing waste.
* Oversee the preparation and presentation of dishes, maintaining exceptional standards of quality and consistency.
* Handle all kitchen staffing, including recruitment, training, performance reviews, and ongoing development to build a strong, skilled team.
* Manage supplier relationships to ensure the timely delivery of quality ingredients, maintaining a cost-effective approach to procurement.
Key Requirements:
* Proven experience as a Head Chef, Sous Chef, or similar senior kitchen role, ideally in a busy hotel or event-based environment.
* Strong financial management skills with experience in managing kitchen budgets, food costing, and controlling expenses.
* Excellent leadership and team management abilities, with experience in leading a diverse kitchen team.
* Ability to thrive under pressure, especially during busy periods.
Benefits:
Our company offers an opportunity to work in a well-established hotel with a reputation for excellence. The salary for this position is €55,000- €60,000 per year. Additionally, you will have room for career growth and personal development within a reputable organization. The working pattern is 5 days over 7, with weekends included as required.
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If you are a skilled chef who is passionate about delivering exceptional culinary experiences, we would like to hear from you. Please apply now to take the first step towards this exciting opportunity.