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Executive Head Chef

Ireland, Tullamore Employment contract · Job Posted July 04, 2026
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The Tullamore Court Hotel is looking for an ambitious Executive Head Chef who is ready to take the next step in their culinary leadership career. This is an exciting opportunity for a talented Head Chef, Executive Sous Chef, or experienced senior kitchen leader to take ownership of a well-established hotel kitchen, inspire a passionate brigade, and play a key role in delivering exceptional dining experiences across our restaurant, bar, banqueting, weddings, and events. More than just a leadership role, this is an opportunity to join a hotel where people genuinely enjoy coming to work.

Job Responsibility

  • Leading, mentoring, and developing a high-performing kitchen brigade
  • Creating seasonal and innovative menus across multiple food outlets
  • Delivering exceptional food quality and presentation
  • Managing food cost, GP, stock control, and kitchen budgets
  • Driving consistency, efficiency, and service excellence
  • Overseeing HACCP compliance and food safety standards
  • Planning and executing weddings, conferences, banquets, and special events
  • Recruiting, training, and developing future culinary talent
  • Building a positive, collaborative, and high-performance kitchen culture
  • Working alongside senior management to achieve business objectives

Requirements

  • Previous experience as a Head Chef, Executive Sous Chef, or Executive Head Chef in a quality hotel or high-volume hospitality environment
  • Strong leadership and people management skills
  • Passion for developing and mentoring teams
  • Experience managing kitchen financial performance and food costs
  • Excellent knowledge of HACCP and food safety legislation
  • Strong organisational and planning abilities
  • Ability to perform under pressure while maintaining exceptional standards
  • Creativity, innovation, and passion for food

Nice to have

  • Experience in hotel operations including weddings, conferences, and banqueting
  • Menu development experience
  • Strong commercial awareness
  • Experience leading change and continuous improvement initiatives

What we offer

  • Competitive salary
  • Performance-related bonus opportunities
  • Great Place to Work® Certified employer
  • Continuous learning and professional development
  • Career progression opportunities within the hotel and wider group
  • Employee Assistance Programme
  • Staff meals while on duty
  • Employee discounts across the hotel
  • Recognition and reward programmes
  • Supportive and collaborative leadership team
  • Free on-site parking
  • Company pension scheme
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