Head Baker

About the Role

Adare Manor is looking to add a Head Baker to its award-winning culinary team. Reporting to the Executive Pastry Chef, this position oversees the full bakery production for the Manor, The Carriage House, and banqueting operations.

The resort offers a wide-ranging dining experience, from its Michelin-starred restaurant, The Oak Room, to afternoon tea service and large-scale special events. Banquet service can cater for up to 350 guests, so this is a high-volume kitchen role that requires strong experience working in busy luxury hotel environments.

The ideal candidate will have previously handled comparable production levels in 5-star hotels and be comfortable maintaining quality, consistency, and efficiency across all bakery output.

About Adare Manor

Adare Manor describes its guest and team vision as “Beyond Everything,” reflecting a commitment to memorable experiences and outstanding standards. The resort has been recognised as the #1 Resort in Europe by Condé Nast Traveler for three years in a row, holds the Forbes Five-Star rating, and has earned Michelin’s highest distinction of 3 Keys. It is also associated with major sporting and hospitality milestones, including hosting the 2027 Ryder Cup.

What You'll Be Responsible For

• Managing the daily production of all bakery items required across the Manor, The Carriage House, and banquet services.
• Ensuring bakery output meets the standards expected in a luxury, high-volume hospitality setting.
• Supporting service for a variety of dining formats, including fine dining, afternoon tea, and large functions.
• Maintaining consistency, quality, and timely delivery of bakery products for a capacity of up to 350 guests at events.
• Working closely with the Executive Pastry Chef and wider kitchen team to deliver exceptional guest experiences.

Candidate Profile

This role suits a baker with prior experience in similarly demanding production environments, particularly within 5-star hotels. The candidate should be confident handling large volumes, operating in a fast-paced kitchen, and contributing to a team focused on excellence.

Why Join

• Competitive pay and benefits.
• Team perks and experiences designed to reflect the unique setting and culture of Adare Manor.
• A collaborative, supportive, and energetic working environment.
• Learning, development, and career growth opportunities.
• Access to wellbeing initiatives, team events, and recognition programmes.
• Opportunity to join one of the world’s most celebrated hospitality teams.
• State-of-the-art equipment and a strong development-focused workplace.

Additional Information

Adare Manor emphasises that this is an exceptional working environment with competitive rates of pay and benefits, along with development opportunities that are “beyond everything.”