Executive Head Chef Oliver Dunne Restaurants

Location: On site / Dublin, Ireland
job type: Permanent / Full-time
Sector and subsector: Hospitality Chefs
Salary: Negotiable salary

Job Title: Executive Head Chef

Location: Dublin

Reports To: Group Executive Chef

Oliver Dunne Restaurant Group is seeking a dynamic and experienced Executive Head Chef to lead the culinary vision. This is a senior leadership role responsible for overseeing all kitchen operations across multiple offerings within the venue, which may include à la carte dining, private dining, and high-end service.

The ideal candidate is a creative and commercially astute chef with a passion for excellence, a strong leadership presence, and a proven track record in managing complex kitchen environments.

Leadership & Team Management

• Lead, mentor, and inspire a large, multi-disciplinary kitchen brigade
• Recruit, train, and develop team members to deliver consistently high standards
• Foster a positive, professional, and performance-driven kitchen culture
• Ensure clear communication across all departments within the venue

Culinary Direction

• Develop and execute innovative, seasonal menus across all facets of the venue
• Maintain consistency, quality, and presentation standards in line with the group's brand
• Stay ahead of food trends while respecting the identity of the business
• Oversee menu tastings, launches, and continuous improvement

Operations & Performance

• Manage all kitchen operations, ensuring smooth service across multiple revenue streams
• Monitor and control food costs, labour costs, and kitchen budgetsDrive profitability while maintaining exceptional quality standards
• Implement and maintain efficient kitchen systems and processes

Compliance & Standards

• Ensure full compliance with food safety, HACCP, and health & safety regulations
• Maintain impeccable cleanliness and organisation across all kitchen areas
• Uphold all company policies, procedures, and brand standards
• Work closely with senior management, front-of-house teams, and group leadership
• Contribute to business strategy, planning, and growth initiatives
• Support marketing efforts, events, and brand development where required

• Proven experience as an Executive Head Chef or Senior Head Chef in a high-volume, multi-outlet or multi-faceted venue
• Strong leadership and team development skills
• Excellent organisational and time management abilities
• Commercially aware with strong financial acumen
• Passion for high-quality food, innovation, and guest experience
• In-depth knowledge of food safety and compliance standards
• Experience within a premium or award-winning hospitality group
• Background in both restaurant dining

• Competitive salary (DOE)
• Performance-related incentives
• Career progression within a growing and ambitious restaurant group
• Opportunity to lead a flagship, multi-dimensional venue
• Staff benefits and dining perks

Please submit your CV and a brief cover letter outlining your experience and vision for a multi-faceted venue.

This is an exciting opportunity for a driven culinary leader to make a significant impact within one of Ireland's leading hospitality groups.