Head Chef

19 hours ago

Belfast, United Kingdom Dalata Hotel Group Full time

Dalata Hotel Group are currently looking for an experienced Head Chef who is eager to take ownership, elevate their teams, and drive outstanding performance while continuing to grow professionally.In this position, you will have a unique opportunity to shape your team's culture and success while contributing to the hotel's strategy. If you are looking for your next opportunity or a move in your career into a supportive environment that values innovation and excellence, we invite you to be part of our thriving community at Dalata Hotel Group.Benefits50% Off F&B in all properties€/£60 employee rate on rooms for all Dalata hotel30% off Friends & Family rate SAYE (Save As You Earn SchemePension access (Ask your HR Manager for local pension information)Performance-related bonus planDevelopment Opportunities through our Dalata Academy to support your career journeyFree employee meals on dutyExtra AL day for every year worked (5 days to a maximum of 5 days)Employee Assistance ProgrammeCycle to Work Scheme/Transport SchemesStaff Appreciation Initiatives, fun team-building activities and regular charity eventsYour Key Duties And ResponsibilitiesLead kitchen operations for the hotel.Implement and individualise menu strategies.Lead and develop our skilled and ambitious culinary staff.Manage the purchasing & delivery of food.Play an important role in the success of our conference and events offering.Manage the kitchen budget to achieve set targets.RequirementsWhat You Will Need:Experience as a Junior Sous or Sous Chef in hotels or similar.Unrelenting focus on quality.Qualification in culinary arts or similar is desired but not essential.People leadership and development experience.A personal desire to be developed and to learn in your role.Strong communicator and comfortable in contributing to the overall hotel strategy.Ability to build relationships and influence with all levels of the business.Closing date for applications is 9th January 2026About UsDalata Hotel Group – We bring the heart of hospitality to every hotel we own and operate. We see our growth and expansion plans as a way of spreading our unique way of caring for our guests further around the world, bringing better experiences to more people. Currently, the Dalata difference can be felt at each of our hotels in Ireland, the UK, Germany & the Netherlands, and we'll keep expanding this further, focusing on key UK cities, Dublin and Continental Europe.Helping our people to grow and develop their careers is vitally important to us and is one of our highest priorities. We have many exciting and unique internal development programmes, each crafted to make sure our employees get the learning they need to be able to take the next step in their careers.Dalata Hotel Group Plc is an Inclusive Employer. We actively encourage people from all backgrounds and abilities to apply to be part of our team. However, we understand everyone's needs are different; therefore, if you require any accommodations with this application process, please highlight your needs when you are completing your application process.

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