Head Chef 4 Star Hotel – With Accommodation Full Time

Hotel Head Chef – 4-Star Hotel, Donegal
Location: Leinster | Full-Time | Salary: €55,000–€60,000 DOE | Accommodation Provided

We are seeking a highly skilled and passionate Hotel Head Chef to join a prestigious 4-star hotel in Donegal. The successful candidate will bring extensive experience in Bar, Restaurant & Banqueting with strong kitchen management, administrative abilities including roster planning and payroll management. A detail-oriented and computer-literate professional is essential to maintain the highest kitchen standards.

As Hotel Head Chef, you will be responsible for overseeing daily kitchen operations across multiple outlets, ensuring excellence in food quality, presentation, and consistency. You will lead and develop a skilled kitchen team to deliver an exceptional culinary experience aligned with the hotel’s brand and guest expectations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Managing all kitchen operations and multiple food outlets

• Lead, train, and supervise kitchen staff to maintain high performance and teamwork

• Ensure all dishes are prepared and presented to the highest culinary standards, maintaining quality and consistency during busy service periods

• Assist with menu development, including seasonal offerings, cost control, and food innovation

• Manage inventory, purchasing, and stock control to reduce waste and optimise costs

• Ensure strict compliance with health, safety, and hygiene regulations across the kitchen

• Conduct regular quality control checks and resolve any operational issues promptly

• Oversee kitchen scheduling and step in to lead kitchen operations as required

Candidate Profile:

• Minimum 3–5 years’ experience in a senior chef or Head Chef role within a fast-paced, high-volume kitchen environment

• Proven leadership and team management skills with the ability to motivate and develop staff

• Extensive knowledge of cooking techniques, food safety standards, and kitchen sanitation

• Strong organisational skills, attention to detail, and ability to work efficiently under pressure

• Excellent communication skills and a collaborative, calm approach to team leadership

• Computer literate with experience in kitchen management software and payroll systems

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary package from €55,000 to €60,000 depending on experience

• Accommodation provided as part of the benefits package

• The chance to work in a respected hotel with opportunities for career growth

• Supportive and professional kitchen team environment

If you are a driven Hotel Head Chef ready to take the next step in a 4-star hotel in Donegal, we want to hear from you.

Apply today by emailing Simon @ simon.clarke@broadline.ie or calling 01 4047611 for more information.

Join a team committed to culinary excellence as a Hotel Head Chef.

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