Executive Head Chef

Killyhevlin Hotel; Enniskillen; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious hospitality establishment located in Enniskillen is seeking an experienced Head Chef to lead kitchen operations and ensure high-quality food is delivered consistently. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in a 4-star hotel environment, with strong management skills, budget control, and a passion for culinary excellence. This role offers a competitive salary with various employee benefits but requires flexibility in working hours.

Benefits

Uniform provided

Meal on duty

Secure staff car parking

Employee of the month award

Staff discounts

Essential product training

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Head Chef in a 4-star rated hotel.
• Ability to oversee kitchen operations and manage a team effectively.
• Experience of managing HACCP and food safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Overall operational management of the kitchens daily.
• Accountability for managing kitchen budget and controlling expenditure.
• Deliver consistent high standards of cuisine and service.

Skills

Management and leadership qualities

Strong culinary skills

Stock control

Budgeting and forecasting

HACCP management

Menu writing

Passion for food and hospitality

Education

Professional cookery qualifications

Level 3 Food Hygiene certificate

Job description

To be responsible for the effective management of kitchens and ensuring high quality food is served in all areas of the hotel including Breakfast, room service, Kove Restaurant, Grill Bar and the function/event areas, by supervising costings, GP%s and purchasing while leading, inspiring and developing the skills of the existing culinary team and recruiting new team members as necessary.

Responsibilities

• Overall operational management of the kitchens on a daily basis.
• Accountability for managing kitchen budget and controlling expenditure (including wages %).
• Accountability for stock management, deliveries, rotation and security.
• Develop on Supplier relationships.
• Delivering consistent high standards of cuisine and service.
• Developing and enhancing menus in line with customer demands, satisfaction and feedback and which will also demonstrate the use of local produce e.g., Taste of Ulster and allergen awareness, food intolerances and keep up with current dining trends.
• Managing HACCP, food safety, COSHH and other kitchen related legalities.
• Ensuring kitchen fixtures, equipment and premises are maintained to a high standard.
• Managing, motivating, coaching and developing the entire kitchen team of chefs, stores, KPs & wash-up and carrying out job chats and appraisals and assisting with recruitment and deal with HR on personnel matters as required.
• Overseeing daily operations at all work stations, assisting in completing daily prep and ensuring required ingredients are available and of the desired quality and food is prepared for service times.
• Maintain working relationships with other departments and personnel throughout the Killyhevlin considering their needs and the implications on the kitchen.
• Ensure Killyhevlin procedures and standards of quality are fully adhered to.
• Attend management meetings and hold regular departmental team briefings.
• Contribute to the development of the Killyhevlin Business Plan, projects and initiatives to maintain our market position and customer satisfaction.

Skills and Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Head Chef and or Executive Head Chef gained in 4 star rated hotel/catering operation.
• Industry recognised professional cookery qualifications and work experience.
• Current Level 3 Food Hygiene certificate from recognised awarding body.
• Able to demonstrate strong management and leadership qualities.
• Previous experience of stock control, budgeting and forecasting wages.
• Experience of managing HACCP.
• Experience of writing menus.
• Permitted to legally live & work in Northern Ireland/UK (evidence of immigration status & right to work with ID) Share Code.
• Must be in possession of National Insurance Number, Bank or Savings Account and current (in date) photographic ID (passport).
• Ability to demonstrate a genuine passion for food and the hospitality industry.
• Experience of supply chains and the use of local produce.
• Ambition to build on the existing reputation of the Killyhevlin and raise the profile to award winning.

Further Information

We supply uniform, meal on duty, on-the-job & essential product training, free, secure staff car parking, employee of the month award, staff discounts.No staff accommodation is available.Evidence is required of Right to Work in UK/NI & Immigration Status - Share code.Applicants need a National Insurance Number, current photographic ID (Passport), bank or savings account (salary is paid directly to the given account).Professional work references are required and will be verified.Further hotel information: www.killyhevlin.comWe are an Investor in People company since 1999.We have received awards for Wedding Venue, Hotel Hero, LCN Hotel of the Year, Housekeepers of the Year, HU Top 100 Business, Great Carvery of the Year, Taste of Ulster, AA Silver AwardWe do not currently offer sponsorship opportunities.

Vacancy ID 1734197 Job ref. EHC092025 Job Sector Hotel and Catering Area Co Fermanagh Location Enniskillen Salary To be discussed No. vacancies 1 Contract Type Permanent Weekly hours 40 Published date 05/09/2025 Closing date 30/09/2025 Worktime Based on 5 shifts out 7 per week, including weekends. Flexibility is required.