Senior Development Chef

At Gather & Gather, we believe food should be bold, authentic, and unforgettable. We’re searching for a Senior Development Chef who’s as passionate about real food as we are—someone who can craft dishes with integrity, educate and inspire chefs, and create food experiences that drive engagement and commercial success.

Location: Overheads - G&G Workplaces - Ireland

Rate of pay: €80,000 per annum

Working pattern: 40 hours per week, Monday - Friday

Who You Are:
• A culinary trailblazer, bringing authenticity, creativity, and seasonal excellence to every dish.
• A mentor and educator, committed to upskilling chefs and igniting passion within teams.
• A strategic thinker, balancing flavor and innovation with operational and commercial goals.
• A trend-spotter, always ahead of what’s new and next in food culture.
• A guest experience champion, turning everyday dining into something special.

What You’ll Do:
• Champion Authenticity – Develop dishes and menus that celebrate real, honest ingredients and global food cultures.
• Inspire & Educate – Mentor and upskill chefs, fostering a learning culture that keeps our teams ahead of the game.
• Drive Excitement & Engagement – Create food experiences that captivate, increase participation, and enhance our reputation.
• Fuel Commercial Success – Design menus and programs that not only excite but also drive smart business decisions and operational efficiency.
• Stay Ahead of Trends – Continuously explore and introduce new flavors, techniques, and concepts that shape the future of food at Gather & Gather.

Why Gather & Gather?
Because we don’t just feed people—we inspire them. We believe in food that tells a story, that educates, that brings people together. If you’re ready to lead the charge in shaping the future of food, chef education, and culinary innovation, this is your opportunity.

Let’s make food exciting. Let’s make it matter.

What's in it for you?

Working with Gather & Gather has its perks! People are at the heart of everything we do, so we've developed a range of benefits and development opportunities to keep you content.

• Personal Development and Training opportunities
• Life assurance scheme
• Pension scheme
• Holiday allowance
• Private medical eligibility
• Eye care
• A great wellbeing strategy – including access to our Employee Assistance Programme, salary finance
• Family friendly support
• Regular social events and communication with our leaders
• A holiday purchase scheme
• Volunteering days
• Professional subscriptions
• Recognition schemes and people awards
• Long service awards
• Access to some great high street discount vouchers