The 4 * Westport Hotel Group are currently recruiting for the position of Head Chef to lead the kitchen team in our very popular Coast Bar at the Westport Coast Hotel. Known for delivering high quality food and excellent guest experience, this is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic leadership team.
The Westport Hotel Group is one of the region’s leading hospitality providers, known for delivering exceptional guest experiences, strong team culture, and high-quality food across our properties.
The Westport Coast Hotel’s Coast Bar offers a busy, casual dining experience with classic favourites, serving a high volume of guests year-round.
We are looking for a passionate and highly organised chef who takes pride in delivering consistent, high-quality food daily.
The Role
· Lead, motivate and support the existing kitchen team in a high-volume environment, delivering a consistent high standard of food.
· Oversee all kitchen operations, ordering & management of stock, menu planning, cost control.
· Ensure compliance with Health & Safety & HACCP regulations.
· Recruit, train & motivate all new kitchen staff as required.
· Communicate with F&B staff & Hotel Management to ensure smooth daily operations.
· Contribute to menu development and seasonal offerings.
What we are looking for
· Proven experience as a head chef in a high-volume, quality focused kitchen.
· Passion for food, quality, and guest satisfaction.
· Strong leadership & organisational skills with experience of building & motivating high performance teams.
· Calm under pressure, solution focused and an excellent communicator.
· Solid knowledge of food trends, costing & kitchen management systems.
We Offer
· Competitive salary (from €21.00 per hour)
· Career progression opportunities within the Westport Hotel Group.
· Free access to Leisure Facilities
· Staff & Family discounts
· Meals whilst on duty
· On site parking
· Bike to work scheme
· Employee Recognition
· Employee Assistance Programme & Wellbeing Supports
If you are an experienced Head Chef ready for your next challenge, we would love to hear from you.
Skills:
Menu Development Food Quality Restaurant kitchen Menu planning Food Management
Benefits:
Gym Staff Discounts Meal Allowance / Canteen Parking
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From €21.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Bike to work scheme
- Company events
- Employee assistance program
- Flexitime
- Food allowance
- On-site gym
- On-site parking
- Wellness program
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Work authorisation:
Work Location: In person
