Head Chef - Production Unit

Are you an experienced and driven culinary professional ready to lead a high performing production kitchen? Our team is seeking a Production Unit Head Chef to oversee operations, maintain exceptional standards, and guide a dedicated team in delivering consistent, high quality food for our Unit based in Tallaght, Dublin.

• Minimum three years’ experience in a high volume production kitchen or similar environment.
• Proven ability to lead, train, and motivate a kitchen team.
• Strong knowledge of HACCP, food safety systems, and compliance standards.
• Completion of Food Safety Level 3 ( or higher desirable).
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage production schedules, workflow, and deadlines.
• Strong communication skills and a collaborative, solutions focused mindset.
• Flexibility to work varying hours as required by production demands.

• Lead and oversee the daily culinary operations within a high volume production unit, ensuring smooth, efficient workflow at all times.
• Deliver consistently high quality foods while maintaining exceptional service standards.
• Provide strong leadership to kitchen staff through mentorship, training, performance development, and clear communication.
• Uphold rigorous food safety, hygiene, and HACCP standards in full compliance with all regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate closely with senior leadership and operational teams to shape and execute culinary strategies, process improvements, and innovation initiatives.
• Monitor and manage food costs, inventory, waste reduction, and overall kitchen efficiency.
• Ensure all food production aligns with sustainability goals, dietary needs, and allergen management protocols.
• Develop and implement new menu offerings that elevate the food experience for clients and employees.
• Foster a positive, supportive, and productive kitchen environment by leading through example.
• Participate actively in the recruitment, onboarding, training, and retention of kitchen staff.

Ideal Candidate

Education: Culinary qualification or equivalent professional experience preferred.

Additional Qualities: Thrives in a fast paced, forward thinking environment. Passionate about culinary trends, sustainability, innovation, and delivering high level creative food solutions.

****Competitive salary ( Salary review after 6 months )