Head Chef - Banqueting

About the role

Cashel Palace Hotel, a Relais & Châteaux property beside the Rock of Cashel, is looking for an experienced Head Chef - Banqueting to lead the culinary delivery of weddings, private dining, conferences, corporate events and luxury celebrations. Reporting to the Executive Sous Chef, you will manage, plan and run all banqueting and event catering operations, leading a kitchen team in a high-volume luxury environment.

Key responsibilities

• Lead and oversee all banqueting kitchen operations and manage food production for functions from intimate gatherings to large-scale events.
• Plan, develop and deliver seasonal wedding, conference and event menus.
• Ensure outstanding food quality, presentation and guest satisfaction, working with Events, Sales and Operations teams.
• Manage labour scheduling, food cost controls, stock management and waste reduction targets.
• Maintain HACCP, food safety, hygiene and workplace safety standards.
• Lead, mentor and develop the banqueting team, support recruitment, training and succession planning.
• Drive innovation and improve the banqueting food offering.

Required profile

• Proven culinary professional with strong leadership, organisation and a passion for hospitality.
• Ideally previous experience as Head Chef, Senior Sous Chef or Banqueting Chef in a luxury hotel or high-end hospitality setting.
• Strong experience delivering food for weddings, conferences and large events.
• Eligibility to work in Ireland.
• Professional Cookery Qualification (Level 6 or equivalent).
• Minimum 5 years' experience in a senior kitchen leadership role in a luxury hotel, resort or high-end operation.

Required skills

• Advanced HACCP and Food Safety certification.
• Experience managing kitchen teams, labour costs, food costs and stock control.
• Understanding of allergen management and food compliance legislation.
• Menu development and event catering.

What we offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Ongoing training, professional development and career progression.
• Employee wellness, recognition and hospitality benefits.
• Employee discount, bike-to-work scheme, food allowance, company events and additional leave.