We are currently recruiting and expanding our team at The Tara Hotel, Killybegs.
The positions are for Head Chef, Breakfast Chef and Food & Beverage Manager – see full details below.
The ideal candidates are passionate about culinary excellence, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and have strong leadership and organisational skills.
The Tara Hotel is a perfect blend of boutique and luxury hotel, providing unique style and exceptional service in comfortable surroundings.
We are currently recruiting for a Head Chef to join our Kitchen team at The Tara Hotel, Killybegs, to lead our kitchen team and oversee all aspects of food preparation and execution.
The ideal candidate is passionate about culinary excellence, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and has strong leadership and organisational skills.
Job Summary:
We are seeking a talented and experienced Head Chef.
Key Responsibilities:
- Menu Planning and Development: Create and update menus that reflect seasonality, customer preferences, and cost-effectiveness.
- Kitchen Management: Supervise and coordinate all kitchen staff, ensuring smooth operation during service.
- Food Preparation: Oversee the preparation, cooking, and presentation of all dishes to ensure quality and consistency.
- Inventory and Cost Control: Manage inventory levels, source ingredients, and maintain cost control to meet budget goals.
- Health and Safety: Enforce strict hygiene and safety standards in accordance with health department regulations.
- Training and Development: Train, and mentor kitchen staff, fostering a culture of teamwork and professional growth.
- Quality Control: Ensure that food leaves the kitchen in perfect condition and meets the restaurant’s standards every time.
Requirements:
- Proven experience as a Head Chef or Executive Chef in a high-volume kitchen.
- Culinary degree or equivalent experience.
- Deep knowledge of food preparation techniques, kitchen operations, and safety regulations.
- Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
- Ability to work well under pressure and maintain high standards.
Preferred Skills:
- Creativity in menu design and food presentation.
- Familiarity with various cuisines and dietary needs (e.g., gluten-free, vegan).
- Budgeting and financial acumen.
- Proficiency with kitchen management software is a plus
- Culinary degree or equivalent experience would be an advantage
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: From €20.00 per hour
Expected hours: 38 – 45 per week
Additional pay:
- Performance bonus
- Tips
Benefits:
- Housing allowance
- On-site gym
- On-site parking
- Relocation assistance
- Sick pay
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
- Nights as needed
- Weekend availability
Work Location: In person
To apply, send a CV and Cover Letter to: accounts@tarahotel.ie
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Job Description: Breakfast Chef
The Tara Hotel is looking for a Breakfast Chef to join its Kitchen Team.
JOB DESCRIPTION
Attractive – Start your Day and have your evenings Free!!
We are currently recruiting for a Breakfast Chef to join our Kitchen team at The Tara Hotel, Killybegs.
The Tara Hotel is a perfect blend of boutique and luxury hotel, providing unique style and exceptional service in comfortable surroundings.
Objective of the Role
Reporting to the Head Chef the Breakfast Chef will ensure the day-to-day operations of the breakfast service are carried out in line with departmental and hotel standards in order to provide 100% quality service to guests at all times.
All duties must be carried out in accordance with statutory health & safety requirements.
We are passionate about our culinary offering and are looking for someone who will strive for excellence with every dish.
Primary duties and responsibilities
- In conjunction with the Kitchen and Restaurant team, to ensure the consistent smooth running of food service.
- Maintain a high level of food quality.
- To ensure effective stock control and prep for the breakfast service on a daily basis.
- Replenish breakfast buffet during service.
- To ensure that cleanliness and food safety is adhered at all times, HACCP Management.
- Assist in various other Kitchens as required.
- Liaise with Restaurant team on service in relation to guest requests, food quality and consistency.
Requirements:
- Previous experience as a Hotel Breakfast Chef
- Passion for producing high quality food and service
- Ability to lead in a fast-paced environment, as part of a team.
- HACCP or food safety management qualification
- Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
Benefits include:
- Career progression opportunities.
- Meals on duty.
- Tips
- Gym Membership
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent
Benefits:
- Company events
- Employee discount
- Meals on duty
- Gym membership
- On-site parking
Schedule:
- 6-8 hour shift
- Day shift
Experience:
- Chef: 1 year (preferred)
- HACCP: 1 year (preferred)
Language:
English (preferred)
Work Location: In person
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: €15.00 per hour
Benefits:
Employee discount
Food allowance
On-site gym
On-site parking
Schedule:
Sunday – Monday
Weekend availability
Expected hours: 25 – 35 per week
Additional pay:
Tips
To apply, send a CV and Cover Letter to: accounts@tarahotel.ie
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Job description – Food & Beverage Manager
Key skills:
- Fluent English
- Previous experience working in F and B service essential, team lead or supervisory experience a plus
- Strong people management skills
- Competent employee relations experience
- Excellent presentation
- Ability to work both as a team and alone
- Outgoing and friendly
- Good humoured
- Ability to work under pressure
- Self motivated
- Capable of working flexible hours and late nights
- Guest focused and professional at all times
- Flexibility across shift times
Key Responsibilities:
- To assist, motivate and lead the team, ensuring all aspects of tasks are being carried to the highest standard.
- To ensure the team are supported and organised, and all tasks to be actioned and looked after in an efficient and timely manner.
- Resolve any issues that may arise, such as customer complaints or internal issues with the team.
- Motivate and encourage the team
- To train all new and existing staff members on duties such as, Opening,
- Closing, Menu, Floor training, Standards, Operation
- Resolve any issues that may arise including staff issues such as cover for sick staff members.
- Provide training and support to the team
- Ensure the department is being run to Brand Standard
- Planning/Actioning and Development, Running Events etc.
Benefits:
- Gym Membership
- Continual training and development
- Career progression within the Group
- Gratuities *
- Meals on shift
- Accommodation Assistance if required
- Refer a friend scheme
- Team appreciation days
- Service recognition
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: From €18.00 per hour
Expected hours: 35 – 45 per week
Additional pay:
- Performance bonus
- Tips
Benefits:
- Bike to work scheme
- Food allowance
- Gym membership
- On-site gym
- On-site parking
- Relocation assistance
- Sick pay
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Night shift
- Weekend availability
Work Location: In person
To apply, send a CV and Cover Letter to: accounts@tarahotel.ie
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