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Head Chef
The Front Door —Galway, County Galway
- €50,000–€60,000 a year
- Full-time
- Cooking
- Organisational skills
- Leadership
- Store discount
- Employee discount
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Chef Manager
SUSHI GOURMET —Terryland, County Galway
- From €15.50 an hour
- Full-time
- Team management
- Food service experience
- Leadership
- Free parking
- Annual leave
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Head Chef
The Front Door —Galway, County Galway
The successful candidate will oversee food service, menu development, team leadership, food safety compliance, and cost management, while maintaining…
€50,000–€60,000 a year
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Chef Manager
SUSHI GOURMET —Terryland, County Galway
Excellent organisation and problem-solving skills. Maintain high standards of cleanliness, organisation, and brand presentation.
From €15.50 an hour
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Head Chef

The Front Door
Galway, County Galway

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Job details

Permanent | Full-time
€50,000–€60,000 a year
3 days ago

Benefits

Store discount
Food allowance
Company pension
Company events
Employee discount
On-site parking

Qualifications

Cooking
Organisational skills
Food preparation
Kitchen management
Leadership
Restaurant experience
Communication skills

Full job description

About Us

Spread over two floors and stretching across two streets, the Front Door is an award-winning bar located in the heart of the bustling Latin Quarter, Galway’s cultural and social hub with Shop Street and Quay Street on our doorstep.

Role Summary

We are recruiting an experienced Head Chef to manage and lead our kitchen. This is a senior kitchen management role requiring strong leadership, creativity and a passion for delivering consistently high standards.

Group Support

Our Head Chef role comes with the strength of a wider group behind it, with Health & Safety, HR, Purchasing and Marketing departments supporting your day-to-day operations so you can concentrate on leading the kitchen and delivering exceptional results.

Key Responsibilities

The successful candidate will oversee food service, menu development, team leadership, food safety compliance, and cost management, while maintaining exceptional food quality and customer satisfaction.

Oversee day-to-day kitchen operations in a busy Galway city centre restaurant.
Manage food ordering, stock control, and supplier relationships.
Develop and implement innovative, seasonal menus with a focus on steak and seafood.
Ensure consistent food quality, presentation, and portion control.
Manage food costs, gross profit margins, and kitchen budgets.
Working closely with the Health & Safety Manager to implement and monitor HACCP, food safety, and hygiene standards.
Lead, train, motivate, and develop chefs and kitchen porters.
Schedule, delegate, and supervise kitchen staff to ensure efficient service.

Candidate Requirements

Minimum 2 years’ experience as a Head Chef.
Experience working in a high-quality, fast paced restaurant.
Strong knowledge of HACCP, food safety, and kitchen compliance.
Proven ability in menu development, food cost control, and team management.
Excellent leadership, communication, and organisational skills.
Ability to meet targets, deadlines, and operational KPIs.
Passion for cooking, creativity, and delivering outstanding guest experiences.

What We Offer

Salary: Highly competitive salary of €50,000–€60,000, depending on experience.
Bonus: Attractive performance-based bonus scheme with strong earning potential.
Parking: Complimentary city-centre parking for added convenience 365/24-7
Pension: Company pension contribution to support your long-term financial well-being.
Healthcare: VHI healthcare contribution as part of our comprehensive benefits package.
Discounts: Exclusive staff discounts across our diverse portfolio of venues and businesses.
Access: Access to company-hosted events and special occasions.
Opportunity: Outstanding career opportunity to lead and contribute to one of Galway’s most respected and successful restaurants.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: €50,000.00-€60,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company events
Company pension
Employee discount
Food allowance
On-site parking
Store discount

Application question(s):

Do you live in Galway?

Experience:

Head Chef: 2 years (required)

Work Location: In person

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