Group Head Chef – Daytime Hours
Location: Carlow or Wicklow (Candidate dependent)
Excel Recruitment is currently recruiting a Group Head Chef on behalf of our client, a leading business within the hospitality sector. This is a fantastic opportunity for a senior culinary professional to oversee and develop food operations across multiple sites.
This role offers daytime hours only, providing excellent work-life balance while still giving you the chance to lead, innovate, and drive high-quality food standards across the group.
What's on Offer:
1. Salary: €50,000 – €60,000, depending on experience
2. Daytime working hours, rare at this senior culinary level
3. The opportunity to shape and lead the food direction of a respected group
Responsibilities:
4. Oversee and manage kitchen operations across multiple sites in Carlow or Wicklow
5. Lead, motivate, and develop kitchen teams, ensuring consistent high standards
6. Design and deliver creative, seasonal menus aligned with brand standards
7. Maintain full responsibility for food quality, HACCP compliance, and cost control
8. Work closely with senior management on menu development, supplier relationships, and operational efficiencies
Requirements:
9. Previous experience as a Head Chef or Executive Chef in a high-volume, quality-driven environment
10. Proven leadership skills, with the ability to manage multiple kitchens and teams
11. Strong knowledge of menu planning, food costing, and GP management
12. Passionate about food innovation, sustainability, and delivering exceptional standards