Head Chef

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We’re currently recruiting an ambitious Head Chef to help us create exceptional food experiences for Compass Group Ireland on a full-time basis, contracted to 40 hours per week.

This role is based at a busy, high-footfall leisure and education venue offering interactive, family-focused experiences. The site sees strong seasonal demand, particularly during summer and weekends, catering to a wide range of customers including families, school groups, and corporate visitors.

This role will also assist in other locations and area of the business as and when is required.

The position operates mainly daytime hours, with weekend working required and no night shifts, supporting a strong work-life balance. Free on-site parking is also available.

As Head Chef, you will be responsible for delivering an outstanding culinary experience in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment. In return, you’ll have the opportunity to grow your career within a company that invests in its people and recognises those who go above and beyond.

Your key responsibilities will include

• Preparing high-quality, delicious food that delights customers
• Identifying and driving improvements across food service and menu offering
• Creating a positive, supportive kitchen culture for your team
• Delivering engaging and appealing food concepts suited to a leisure environment
• Managing stock, ordering, and controlling food waste
• Maintaining high standards of cleanliness and kitchen hygiene
• Managing budgets and achieving financial targets
• Ensuring compliance with Food Safety, Hygiene, and Health & Safety regulations
• Representing Compass Ireland and maintaining a strong brand presence

Our ideal Head Chef will

Have experience in a similar Head Chef role, ideally in high-volume or leisure settings

Have previous experience using Foodbuy and KitchTech

Be passionate about food, quality, and customer experience

Foster a positive team environment where people can thrive

Be a strong communicator with the ability to build relationships

Work well under pressure, especially during peak seasonal periods

Take initiative and make decisions that benefit the customer experience

Be highly organised, reliable, and safety-focused

At Compass Ireland, our people are our business. When you join the Compass Group you will be joining a supportive network of incredible individuals, each united by their passion for going the extra mile for the organisations we partner with. We are building a team who care about providing a great customer experience and want to grow and develop as we do. We are dedicated to investing in every colleague joining us and pride ourselves on being an equal opportunity employer; we celebrate diversity and are committed to building an inclusive environment for all our colleagues. We consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements.