Executive Head Chef

3 weeks ago

Dublin Pike, Ireland Red D Full time

Join Red D to apply for the Executive Head Chef role at a luxury hotel in Dublin. This is a career‑defining opportunity for a highly skilled chef with creativity, leadership and drive to guide a talented brigade forward. The hotel focuses on Irish food and a positive, team‑centred culture.

About the Role
As Executive Head Chef, you’ll oversee the full culinary operation, from restaurant dining and stylish bars to events. You’ll shape menus, drive standards and ensure every dish reflects quality, consistency and flair. Just as importantly, you’ll mentor and motivate your team, developing their skills and fostering a supportive kitchen culture.

Key Responsibilities

Lead, mentor and inspire a close‑knit kitchen brigade, creating a culture of training and growth

Manage food production, purchasing, stock control and GP targets across all outlets

Develop seasonal menus that showcase local Irish produce and keep the offering fresh and exciting

Ensure impeccable HACCP, hygiene and food safety standards at all times

Build strong communication with hotel management and other departments

Stay ahead of industry trends, bringing new ideas and innovation to the food experience

The Ideal Candidate

Proven experience as an Executive Head Chef, Executive Sous Chef or Head Chef in a leading 4 or 5‑star hotel

Strong leadership ability with a genuine passion for training, mentoring and team development

Excellent knowledge of Irish produce and current food trends

Commercially aware with solid experience managing budgets and costs

Calm, organised and professional under pressure

In‑depth understanding of HACCP and compliance requirements

What’s on Offer

Very competitive salary

Market‑leading KPI‑based bonus

The opportunity to lead and develop a talented, close‑knit team in a respected Dublin luxury property

A supportive, progressive work environment where people and creativity matter

The chance to make a lasting impact on the hotel’s culinary reputation

We can only consider candidates with full, unrestricted permission to live and work in the EU. UK passport holders are also welcome to apply.

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