Head Chef

Temple Bar Hotel Dublin is seeking an experienced, passionate, and creative Head Chef to lead our culinary team at our vibrant four-star property, located in the heart of Dublins cultural quarter. The hotel operates two exciting venues Buskers Bar and Buskers On The Ball offering a dynamic and fast-paced food and beverage environment that celebrates quality, innovation, and great guest experiences. As Head Chef, you will report to the Director of Food & Beverage, General Manager, while managing a dynamic kitchen team including the Sous Chef, Chef de Partie, Commis Chef, and Kitchen Porters. You will play a key leadership role in delivering exceptional dining experiences, maintaining high standards of food quality and hygiene, and driving innovation and profitability across all food operations. Key Responsibilities Lead the day-to-day operations of the kitchen, ensuring smooth, efficient, and high-quality service at all times. Develop, inspire, and train the culinary team, promoting a positive and professional working environment. Plan and design menus, recipes, and seasonal specials that reflect creativity, guest preferences, and business goals. Maintain exceptional standards of food presentation, taste, and consistency in all outlets. Ensure compliance with all HACCP, food safety, and hygiene regulations in line with hotel policies. Conduct regular inspections of food storage, preparation, and service areas to ensure cleanliness and quality control. Manage kitchen budgets effectively, including food costs, labour control, and stock management. Complete monthly stocktakes and produce gross profit reports to support financial performance targets. Oversee ordering and purchasing from approved suppliers, ensuring the freshness, quality, and accuracy of all deliveries. Drive menu profitability through effective costing, portion control, and waste reduction. Collaborate with the management team to enhance the overall guest experience and promote inter-departmental teamwork. Oversee and improve staff meal programmes and maintain high standards in the staff canteen. Support HR processes including recruitment, training, performance reviews, and team development. Ensure all Health & Safety, Fire, Licensing, and Employment regulations are adhered to. Attend departmental and hotel meetings, contributing ideas and feedback to continuously improve operations. Requirements Proven experience as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef in a high-volume, quality-driven environment (4-star or equivalent). Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills. Excellent culinary knowledge with a passion for innovation and presentation. Thorough understanding of HACCP, food hygiene, and kitchen management systems. Ability to work well under pressure and adapt to changing business needs. Financial acumen with experience managing budgets, costs, and inventory. Commitment to mentoring and developing a cohesive, motivated kitchen team. Flexibility to work varied shifts, including weekends and public holidays. Working with us provides the following benefits: Staff Meals: Complimentary meals during shifts. Employee Assistance Programme: Access to confidential support services for personal and professional well-being. Staff Discounts: Enjoy discounts on food, beverages, and stays across our global Ascott portfolio. About Us Temple Bar Hotel is a brand of The Ascott Limited. The Ascott Limited Ireland Corporate Office is the management and support hub for The Ascott Limited's portfolio in Europe. At The Ascott Limited, we embrace diversity, equity, and inclusion, welcoming applicants of all backgrounds to create a supportive and thriving workplace where everyone can contribute their unique perspectives. A trusted hospitality company, Ascott's presence extends across Asia Pacific, Central Asia, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and the USA. Its diversified accommodation offerings span serviced residences, coliving properties, hotels, and independent senior living apartments. Ascott's award-winning hospitality brands include Ascott, Citadines, lyf, Oakwood, Somerset, The Crest Collection, The Unlimited Collection, Fox, Harris, POP, Preference, Quest, Vertu, and Yello. Through Ascott Star Rewards (ASR), Ascott's loyalty programme, members enjoy exclusive privileges and offers at participating properties. Trading as: Temple Bar Hotel Dublin, managed by The Ascott Limited Skills: Operational Excellence Guest Focus Financial and Business Acumen Menu Development and Creativity Time Management and Organisation Leadership and Team Management Food Safety & Compliance