About this role
Employer: GS Fresh Foods Limited Trading As: Smoke N Spice Place of Work: Unit C3, Block C, Bettystown Town Centre, Triton Road, Co. Meath, A92 YW2K Company Address: MACE Black Bull, Dublin Road, Drogheda, A92 EPH2 Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent Working Hours: 39 hours per week Annual Salary: €36,605 Weekly Salary: €703.94 Hourly Rate: €18.05
Job Description
- GS Fresh Foods Limited, trading as Smoke N Spice, is seeking an experienced and motivated Head Chef to lead its kitchen team at Unit C3, Block C, Bettystown Town Centre, Triton Road, Co. Meath, A92 YW2K.
- The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing daily kitchen operations, planning menus, supervising kitchen staff, maintaining food quality and ensuring that all dishes are prepared and served to a consistently high standard.
- The Head Chef will also manage stock, control food costs and ensure compliance with food safety, hygiene and health and safety regulations.
- Key Duties and Responsibilities Oversee and manage the day-to-day operations of the kitchen.
- Plan menus, develop recipes and maintain consistent food quality and presentation.
- Prepare, cook and oversee the preparation of dishes to a high standard.
- Supervise, coordinate and train kitchen staff, including assigning duties and organising work schedules.
- Monitor portion control, food quality and consistency across all dishes.
- Manage stock levels, food ordering, storage and stock rotation.
- Monitor food costs, control wastage and ensure efficient use of ingredients.
- Ensure compliance with food safety, hygiene and health and safety procedures.
- Maintain a clean, organised and safe kitchen environment.
- Coordinate kitchen activities with front-of-house staff to ensure efficient service.
- Monitor kitchen performance and address operational issues promptly.
- Ensure that dishes are prepared and served within appropriate timeframes, particularly during busy service periods.
Requirements
- 3–5 years' experience in a professional kitchen, including relevant supervisory or kitchen management experience.
- Previous experience as a Head Chef, Sous Chef or in a similar senior kitchen role is an advantage.
- Experience in Indian, Asian, Nepalese, Thai or other restaurant cooking is desirable.
- A relevant qualification in Culinary Arts, Hospitality or Food Preparation is preferred.
- Strong knowledge of food preparation, cooking techniques, menu planning and presentation.
- Good understanding of food safety, hygiene and kitchen health and safety standards.
- Experience in stock management, food costing, portion control and waste reduction.
- Strong leadership, staff supervision and team management skills.
- Excellent organisational, communication and time-management skills.
- Ability to work under pressure and maintain high standards of food quality and service.