Head Chef

In order to work in Ireland a non-EEA National, unless they are exempted, must hold a valid employment permit. Please review the Eligibility and requirements for an employment permit if you are unsure of your eligibility to apply for this vacancy. HEAD CHEF Employer: D & Y FOOD CO. LIMITED Location: Catherine's Bakery, 16/17 Meath Street, Dublin 8, Dublin, D08a9dc, Ireland Contract: Permanent, Full-Time Hours: 39 hours per week Salary: €36,605 gross per annum Hourly Rate: €18.05 Positions Available: 1 D & Y FOOD CO. LIMITED is seeking an experienced and skilled Head Chef to lead the kitchen operations of its established food-service business. The successful candidate will be responsible for food preparation, menu development, kitchen supervision, quality control, stock management and compliance with food-safety requirements. This position is within a full-service food establishment and is not based in a fast-food outlet. Key Responsibilities * Lead, supervise and coordinate daily kitchen operations. * Plan and develop menus in accordance with customer demand, seasonal availability and business requirements. * Prepare, cook and present high-quality dishes consistently. * Establish recipes, portion controls and presentation standards. * Allocate duties and supervise chefs, kitchen assistants and other food-preparation staff. * Train and support kitchen employees in cooking techniques, food safety and workplace procedures. * Monitor food quality, taste, presentation and service times. * Manage food purchasing, stock rotation, storage and inventory levels. * Liaise with approved suppliers and ensure the quality and availability of ingredients. * Monitor food costs, portion sizes and kitchen expenditure. * Minimise food waste and support achievement of agreed cost and performance targets. * Develop kitchen preparation schedules based on bookings, expected demand and service requirements. * Ensure compliance with HACCP procedures, food-safety legislation and workplace hea