Red D are recruiting an accomplished Executive Head Chef to lead the kitchen team at a leading hotel in Leinster. This is a career-defining opportunity for a highly skilled chef with the creativity, leadership and drive to take a talented brigade forward.

As Executive Head Chef, you’ll oversee the full culinary operation — from restaurant dining and stylish bars to large-scale banqueting. You’ll be responsible for shaping menus, driving standards, and ensuring that every dish reflects quality, consistency and flair. Just as importantly, you’ll be a mentor and motivator: building confidence in your team, developing their skills, and creating a positive kitchen culture where people can succeed.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor and inspire a large 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 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

What We’re Looking For

• Proven experience as an Executive 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
• Excellent company discounts
• The opportunity to lead and develop a talented team in a respected hotel
• 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.