Mount Juliet Estate, a Marriott Autograph Collection Property, have a fantastic vacancy for an Executive Head Chef to lead our culinary team at Hunter's Yard.
The successful candidate will need to have a proven track record as Executive Head Chef, you will oversee the smooth and efficient running of the kitchen, managing a talented team, ensuring exceptional culinary standards, and delivering outstanding customer service.
Key Responsibilities: Manage all aspects of kitchen operations, quality control, and administrative functions.
Ensure adequate resources are available according to business needs and maintain staffing levels to meet demand.
Oversee the provision of food across all F&B outlets, ensuring compliance with current legislation and industry best practices.
Control costs without compromising quality, and improve gross profit margins while meeting departmental financial targets.
Keep kitchen staff updated on menu offerings, special promotions, functions, and events.
Foster strong communication and work relationships across all areas of the hotel.
Conduct monthly communication meetings and ensure that minutes and actions are recorded and followed up.
Handle recruitment, training, development, and performance management of the kitchen team.
Ensure compliance with hotel security, fire regulations, health & safety, and food safety legislation.
Address maintenance, hygiene, and hazard issues in a timely and proactive manner.
Monitor financial performance, ensuring adherence to food control systems to maintain target margins.
Regularly review menus with the F&B manager to ensure offerings align with market trends and customer expectations.
Oversee the food wastage program to keep margins in line with targets.
Ensure monthly working schedules comply with local legislation.
Candidate Requirements: Minimum of 2-3 years of experience as an Executive Head Chef in a 5* or high-end property.
Candidate required to have previously worked in Ireland in a senior role.
Proven ability to thrive in a high-volume, fast-paced environment while maintaining exceptional culinary standards.
Strong leadership, motivation, and communication skills.
A track record of achieving financial targets and managing kitchen budgets.
Exceptional attention to detail and passion for food service.
Benefits Include: Employee Assistance Program International Hotel discounts Staff Meals Uniform Training & Continuous Professional Development Complimentary Health Club Access Mount Juliet Estate is an Equal Opportunity employer