Executive Head Chef – Daytime
Limerick, Full Time
Executive Head Chef – Private Hospital, Limerick
Salary: €65,000
Hours: Daytime, 5 days over 7
We are seeking an experienced and passionate Executive Head Chef for our client, to lead the culinary team at a leading private hospital in Limerick. This is an exciting opportunity for a talented chef who takes pride in creating nutritious, high-quality, and beautifully presented food that enhances the patient and visitor experience.
Key Responsibilities:
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Lead and inspire a dedicated kitchen team to deliver exceptional food standards across all services – patient meals, staff dining, and hospitality catering.
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Develop and oversee innovative, nutritious, and well-balanced menus in line with dietary requirements and hospital standards.
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Ensure compliance with all food safety, hygiene, and HACCP regulations.
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Manage budgets, food costs, and supplier relationships effectively.
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Drive excellence in service, presentation, and consistency across all meals.
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Work closely with the clinical nutrition and management teams to maintain the highest standards of quality and care.
The Ideal Candidate:
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Fully qualified chef with extensive experience in high-volume catering or healthcare/hospitality settings.
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Proven track record in kitchen leadership and menu development.
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Excellent communication, organisational, and people-management skills.
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Strong understanding of special dietary requirements and nutritional standards.
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Passionate about delivering great food and exceptional service in a caring environment.
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