Head Chef

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HEAD CHEF

We need an exceptional and passionate foodie to join and lead our kitchen team as Head Chef. If you are an inspiring leader and communicator, a people person through and through and have a genuine desire to be part of something big then your journey should start here. The Head Chef will take full control of the kitchen and help us to create an unforgettable experience. Be a part of Europe's fastest moving, ground-breaking, lifestyle and hospitality brand.

Who Are We

Generator is on a journey. Appropriate, given that we're an accommodation brand. The journey began in London, swung through a heap of European capitals on its way to dominating the world. No biggie. Fast Company named us one of the top 50 most innovative global companies. We, of course, agree. And now this top 50 most innovative global company wants a pretty awesome Head Chef for Generator.

Our spaces are safe and seriously social, in the proudest part of the beating heart of the cities we love. Cultural action, creative pulse and an outstanding way to waste some of the finite time the universe has given you - that's what Generator offers. Holds true for staff and visitors equally, and while chic design is always the backdrop, every Generator in every destination reflects the unique beat of that city's heart.

BEING YOURSELF is the key to bringing the Generator story and brand to life.

About Generator Dublin

You'll find Generator Dublin in the hip Smithfield neighbourhood, adjacent to the Jameson Distillery, just a short walk from Temple Bar. The hostel's open social spaces and café and bar, with its reclaimed wood, exposed brickwork and original stonework, give the place an unruffled industrial feel.

From the Irish music belting out of Temple Bar pubs to the elegant splendour of Georgian terraces and squares, the city has many fascinating faces, every one of them ready to greet you with a welcoming smile and a pint of Guinness.

• To take control, accountability and ownership of the management of the kitchen and its daily operations
• Control and direct the food preparation process and other relative activities
• Construct menus with new or existing culinary creations with the courage to try something different and deliver innovative, locally inspired food & beverage offerings appropriate to the guest community
• Monitoring and controlling stock levels
• Work within the departmental budget figures, maximising revenue and minimising expenditure
• Produce departmental forecasts as required and communicate figures to the team to aid their understanding of the business and the importance of their contribution to the business success
• To set up control systems to ensure that all goods received into the kitchen are checked against delivery notes and those delivery notes are checked against invoices
• Know all statutory legislation and ensure H&S, food hygiene and Fire Safety compliance
• Operate a clean hygienic kitchen at all times
• Keep up to date with local food trends
• Coach and lead the team in such a manner that our guests receive an exceptional level of service and want to return
• To ensure that training needs are adequately identified and development plans for staff are kept updated
• Ensure that the team is constantly improving their product knowledge to maximise revenue and the service provided

Naturally this is not intended as an exhaustive list of duties. Other duties as may be reasonably required will form part of this job description.

• Love cooking
• Be creative, innovative and love great food
• Always keep cool under pressure
• Show commerciality with a strong passion for driving revenue
• Understand stock-control and keep costs to a minimum
• Be a 'people person', social and always love our guests
• Like getting your hands dirty, wherever, whenever, because you will
• Be an excellent communicator and leader
• Available to work when needed
• You must be eligible to work in the EU to be considered for this role

• Experience working within the hospitality/service industry in a similar capacity for at least 3 years
• A passion for your city, for travelling and for trending food and drinks concepts
• Knowledge of contemporary interests and the city

• Birthday holiday in addition to your yearly holiday allocation
• Employee Bounty Program for new hire referrals with no cap on number of referrals made
• Company contribution towards gym membership fees for all eligible employees
• Ideas Award - Quarterly award to double pay for 1 month to employee with most valuable suggestion/feedback
• Employer funded life assurance at two times base salary to cover death in service lump sum payments
• Employer funded income protection to cover 50% of base salary to cover prolonged absence from work due to incapacity
• 2 free nights' accommodation across any hostels (subject to availability)
• Reduced room rates for staff as well as friends and family members (we operate in 15 locations across Europe & US so your next holiday is sorted)
• Social events and celebrations calendar
• Various employee recognition schemes
• Online learning tools

SO YOU THINK THIS MIGHT BE YOU? That's Cool. Send Us Your Application In English. If You've Got Questions Call Us, Or Check Or Our Social Media Pages

Join Us and help us achieve our Vision

Seniority level: Mid-Senior level

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Management and Manufacturing

Industries: Hospitality