Head Chef

Job Introduction

We are currently seeking a Head Chef to work in the one of our Dublin  sites.

We are looking for someone with excellent organisational skills, the ability to prioritise their workload and have the ability to communicate effectively with a range of audiences.

You will be working as part of a team but you will at times be expected to work independently and under your own initiative

Role Responsibility

• Monitor and maintain consistent methods of food preparation, production, presentation and service for all services and ensure they comply with Sodexo Food Safety standards, meeting the specifications within the contract.
• Ensure that Sodexo allergen policy is enforced and communicated within the catering team.
• Comply with all company health and safety procedures, site rules and statutory regulations including Health and Safety, Food Hygiene, Safe working Practices, COSHH, Fire.
• Ensure that equipment used is in safe working order and that the necessary procedures are in place should this not be the case.
• To report and take positive action regarding customer comments or complaints, liaising with Catering Manager and Central Bank Facilities Manager to ensure these are kept to a minimum and rectified in a short space of time.
• To take action for any incidents of unfit food, damage, theft, loss or fire, reporting to relevant personnel within organisation.
• To ensure that correct procedures are in place regarding temperature checks on fridges, freezers, ovens and hot cupboards in line with company regulations and the Food Safety Act.
• To establish and maintain the standards and integrity of the service offer and SLA’a at all times.
• Manage the back of house team, and taking positive action where needed with training and development.
• Responsible for ensuring the effective delivery of all hospitality requirements, evaluate the offering on a continuous basis and introduce new offers and products in line with market trends.
• To develop and grow strong relationships with individuals at all levels within the company and client organisation.
• Actively seek and identify opportunities for business growth within the contract and surrounding markets. 
• To attend training courses and meetings as required.
• Lead and Manage by example.

The Ideal Candidate

• Previous Head Chef of a high quality restaurant and/or hospitality dining experience
• Experience in Sodexo policies, procedures and systems is desirable though not essential as full training will be given
• Demonstrate experience of managing teams of staff – communication, HR, values, ethos, interpersonal skills
• Good organisational skills, and time management essential due to type of operation on site
• Flexible approach to role
• Self-motivated with the proven ability to work well under pressure
• The ability to set and achieve standards and operate to performance criteria (KPI’s

Package Description

Head Chef

Monday to Friday

39 hours per week

Training will be given

Applications to:   Sigitas.Zubrickas@Sodexo.com   

About the Company

Sodexo UK & Ireland employs around 43,000 people and delivers On-Site Service Solutions to clients at over 2,300 locations including offices, hospitals, schools, defence sites, prisons, sporting events and visitor attractions.

At Sodexo we are committed to a leading role in promoting equality opportunities and valuing diversity and inclusion. We seek to create a work environment based on mutual respect for all individuals, building a culture that appreciates and values the experiences and skills brought by each person to benefit our organisation and work hard to ensure that all people, whatever their age, disability, gender, transgender, marital or family status, race or ethnicity, religious belief of sexual orientation are welcome to and included within our business.