Executive Head Chef

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.

Proud to Be a Great Place to Work®

The Tullamore Court Hotel is officially accredited as a Great Place to Work®—an achievement that means a great deal to us because it is based entirely on feedback from our colleagues.

This accreditation is awarded following an independent colleague survey, recognising organisations that foster trust, respect, collaboration, and a positive workplace culture. It reflects the commitment of our leadership team to creating an environment where colleagues feel valued, supported, listened to, and empowered to succeed.

We're proud that our people are at the heart of everything we do—and we're looking for a leader who shares those same values.

About the Role

As Executive Head Chef, you will lead all aspects of the kitchen operation, ensuring consistently high food quality while developing your team, driving innovation, maintaining profitability, and delivering exceptional guest experiences.

You'll work closely with the General Manager and senior leadership team to continually evolve our food offering while maintaining the highest standards of quality, consistency, food safety, and operational excellence.

What You'll Be Doing

• 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.

A Day in the Life

No two days are the same.

One morning you may be working with your team to develop exciting new seasonal dishes, while the afternoon could see you coordinating a large wedding banquet or mentoring an upcoming Sous Chef.

You'll spend time coaching your team on standards, monitoring service, analysing kitchen performance, meeting suppliers, reviewing menus, and ensuring every guest receives an exceptional dining experience.

Most importantly, you'll create an environment where people enjoy coming to work, develop professionally, and deliver their very best every day.

What We're Looking For

Essential

• 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.

Desirable

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

Why Join Tullamore Court Hotel?

At the Tullamore Court Hotel, we believe exceptional guest experiences begin with exceptional colleagues.

As a Great Place to Work® Certified employer, we've built a culture based on trust, respect, teamwork, and continuous development. You'll join a leadership team that genuinely values its people and encourages fresh ideas, innovation, and professional growth.

This is an opportunity to make your mark, shape the culinary direction of the hotel, and build a team that shares your passion for excellence.

Employee Benefits

• 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

Ready for Your Next Step?

If you're an ambitious culinary leader looking to take ownership of a thriving hotel kitchen while joining a team recognised as one of the best places to work, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today and help shape the next chapter of dining excellence at the Tullamore Court Hotel.