Head Chef

Job description

We’re looking for an experienced Head Chef to take full ownership of our kitchen operations-someone who can lead the team, maintain excellent standards, and drive the day-to-day running of the kitchen, including:

• Managing kitchen operations and workflow
• Leading and developing the chef team and kitchen porters
• Menu planning, food cost control, and supplier management
• Ensuring HACCP compliance and food safety standards
• Stock control and ordering
• Maintaining quality and consistency across all outlets
• Working closely with senior management to support the hotel’s growth
• Experience with Procure Wizard and Alkimii would be a strong advantage.
• BBQ experience would be a bonus

What We’re Offering

• Salary: €50,000 – €65,000 per annum (experience dependent)
• No reduction for break time – Paid breaks (30 mins per day)
• Paid meal on shift
• Free on-site parking
• Supportive, family-run culture
• Career development opportunities as the business grows
• A chance to be part of something special-Gold Medal Awards 2025 finalists for Ireland’s Best Family Run Hotel and Ireland’s Three Star Hotel, Gold Medal Winner with ISAI, and Accommodation Assistant of the Year finalist 2025

Ideal Candidate

We’re looking for someone who is:

• Experienced Head Chef with a strong hotel background
• Proven leadership and team management skills
• Hands-on, organised, and passionate about food quality
• Knowledgeable in HACCP, food safety, and cost control
• A strong communicator
• Comfortable with kitchen management systems (Procure Wizard/Alkimii experience an advantage)
• BBQ experience a bonus for our CASK venue events
• Excited to be part of a growing, values-driven business