Red D are recruiting a Head Chef for an exciting restaurant opportunity in North Dublin.

This is an opportunity for an experienced chef who leads from the front and believes that great kitchens are built on teamwork, respect and consistently high standards. The successful Head Chef will take pride in every dish leaving the pass while creating an environment where the team enjoys coming to work, supports one another and produces food they are genuinely proud of.

As Head Chef, you will build a kitchen culture where high standards, teamwork, cleanliness and pride are evident in every service. This is a hands-on leadership role for someone who enjoys developing people, maintaining an exceptionally clean and organised kitchen, and delivering outstanding food every day.

The Role

You will have overall responsibility for the day-to-day running of the kitchen, ensuring exceptional food quality, strong financial performance and an engaged, motivated team.

You will lead all kitchen operations while maintaining the highest standards of food, cleanliness, organisation and service.

Key Responsibilities

• Leadership & Team Development
• Lead, motivate and inspire the kitchen team.
• Recruit, train, coach and develop chefs at all levels.
• Create a positive, respectful and supportive working environment.
• Lead by example with professionalism, consistency and a strong work ethic.
• Plan staff rotas and manage staffing levels effectively.
• Encourage teamwork, accountability and continuous improvement.
• Build a culture where everyone takes pride in the food they produce.

Kitchen Operations

• Oversee the day-to-day operation of the kitchen.
• Ensure every dish is prepared and presented to consistently high standards.
• Deliver smooth, efficient service without compromising quality.
• Ensure recipes and specifications are followed at all times.
• Maintain excellent communication throughout the kitchen.

Food Quality & Menu Development

• Develop seasonal menus and daily specials.
• Champion fresh, quality ingredients.
• Maintain consistency across every service.
• Drive creativity while maintaining quality and standards.
• Continually review menus and kitchen procedures to improve performance.

Food Safety & Kitchen Standards

• Maintain excellent HACCP and food safety standards.
• Ensure the kitchen is always clean, organised and exceptionally well maintained.
• Oversee food storage, stock rotation and labelling.
• Promote a culture where cleanliness is everyone’s responsibility.

Stock & Cost Control

• Manage ordering and supplier relationships.
• Control stock levels and minimise waste.
• Deliver strong food cost management without compromising quality.
• Manage kitchen budgets and GP performance.

About You

• Previous experience as a Head Chef or an experienced Senior Sous Chef ready for the next step.
• Experience within a busy, quality-focused restaurant.
• A natural leader with a passion for developing people.
• Passionate about producing exceptional food every day.
• Excellent organisational and communication skills.
• Strong knowledge of HACCP and food safety legislation.
• Calm under pressure and able to lead a busy service.
• Flexible to work evenings, weekends and public holidays.

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary.
• Generous tips.
• Career development opportunities.
• Staff meals.
• Employee benefits.
• A supportive working environment where quality and teamwork are genuinely valued.

Candidates must have full, unrestricted permission to live and work in Ireland.

About Red D Recruitment

Red D Recruitment specialise in hospitality recruitment across Ireland, the UK and Europe.

Red D recruit for senior management and executive roles across hotels, restaurants, workplace catering, tourism and visitor attractions. Red D’s clients range from luxury boutique hotels and leading restaurant groups to large-scale hospitality and catering operations.

Red D Recruitment is committed to equal opportunities and welcomes applications from people of all genders, backgrounds and identities. Selection is based on merit, skills and experience.

Red D Recruitment can only consider candidates with full, unrestricted permission to live and work in Ireland.