Job Ref: DAL3156Branch: Clayton Hotel LeopardstownLocation: Clayton Hotel Leopardstown, DublinSalary/Benefits: Competitive SalaryContract type: PermanentHours: Full TimeHours per week: 39Posted date: 08/10/2025Closing date: 29/11/2025Executive Head ChefDalata Hotel Group are currently looking for an experienced Executive Head Chefwho is eager to take ownership, elevate their teams, and drive outstanding performance while continuing to grow professionally.In this role, you will enjoy the unique opportunity to shape the culture and success of your team and contribute to the strategy of this hotel. If you are looking for your next opportunity or a move in your career in a supportive environment that values innovation and excellence, we invite you to be part of our thriving community at Dalata Hotel Group.Benefits50% Off FB 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 Responsibilities:Oversee kitchen operations for the hotel.Guided and developed our talented and motivated culinary team.Manage the purchasing and delivery of food supplies.Contribute significantly to the success of our conference and events services.Oversee the kitchen budget to meet established targets.What You Will Need:Experience as a head 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.Proficiency in English and a strong communicator; comfortable in contributing to the overall hotel strategy.Ability to build relationships and influence with all levels of the business.About 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.At Clayton Hotel Leopardstown, we're always dedicated to experiences that are all about you.Located at the foot of the Dublin mountains, it's a place that has everything you need. If you want to see more of Dublin we're conveniently located beside Central Park Luas stop which connects you across to Dundrum shopping centre and straight into the city. Perfect for events in Marlay Park or a day at the Leopardstown Racecourse, or as a base to explore the wilds of Wicklow, it's the ideal choice for your next Dublin city break.