Head Chef: Lead Bastion Kitchen & Bar Launch

Hollybank Trustees Ltd; Trim; On-site; EUR 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Complimentary meals

Discounted leisure facilities

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Trim Castle Hotel, a boutique four-star property in Trim, is seeking an experienced Head Chef for The Bastion Kitchen & Bar to lead day-to-day operations and drive a high-profile opening. You will shape menus, mentor the kitchen team and ensure exceptional quality and consistency across service.

This hands-on leadership role requires a passion for exceptional food, strong HACCP knowledge, and the ability to balance innovation with broad appeal while maintaining value for guests.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Head Chef, Senior Sous Chef or Sous Chef within a busy hotel.
• Strong leadership skills and ability to motivate and develop a kitchen team.
• Excellent organisational skills to manage multiple events simultaneously.
• Strong knowledge of HACCP and food safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Bastion Kitchen & Bar on day-to-day operations and service.
• Be actively involved in preparation, cooking and plating to ensure quality.
• Develop seasonal menus in collaboration with Head Chef Trim Castle Hotel.
• Train, mentor and develop junior chefs to uphold high standards.
• Manage food ordering, stock control and waste, maintaining food margins.
• Collaborate with Events and Front of House to ensure seamless guest experience.

Skills

Head Chef

Leadership

Menu development

HACCP knowledge

Food safety

Team motivation

Operations management

Job description

Trim Castle Hotel, a boutique four-star property in Trim, is seeking an experienced Head Chef for The Bastion Kitchen & Bar to lead day-to-day operations and drive a high-profile opening. You will shape menus, mentor the kitchen team and ensure exceptional quality and consistency across service.

This hands-on leadership role requires a passion for exceptional food, strong HACCP knowledge, and the ability to balance innovation with broad appeal while maintaining value for guests.