Kitchen Administrator

Join our fabulous team at the Farnham Estate Spa & Golf Resort Kitchen Administrator.

We are currently seeking a Kitchen Administrator to join the team at Farnham Estate. The Kitchen Administrator provides administrative and compliance support to the hotel’s culinary operations. The role ensures accurate kitchen documentation, adherence to HACCP standards, and readiness for internal and external food safety audits, while supporting chefs with day-to-day administrative tasks.

About Farnham Estate

Set on a beautiful 1,300-acre country estate on the outskirts of Cavan Town, Farnham Estate is one of Ireland’s most popular Spa & Golf destinations with a superb reputation for being a genuine ‘retreat to nature’.

At Farnham Estate, you will find yourself in an environment void of frenzy yet full of life.

Enjoy a delicate blend of country charm and contemporary interior style. Set among 1,300 acres of ancient forest, rolling meadows and pristine Lakeland, this resort offers wonderful accommodation, healthy and delicious cuisine whether it be in our two restaurants or casual dining in our bar.

We operate an 18-hole Jeff Howes designed Golf Course, 10Km of ancient woodlands & superb award-winning health spa’s facilities. In our newly renovated Ballroom, few settings for Cavan weddings are as romantic or beautiful as Farnham Estate.

Role/Responsibilities:

• Key Responsibilities

  Food Safety & Compliance

  • Maintain and update HACCP documentation, including CCP logs, temperature records, cleaning schedules, and corrective action reports

  • Ensure compliance with food safety regulations, hotel standards, and local health authority requirements

  • Coordinate and prepare documentation for internal audits, third-party food safety audits, and health inspections

  • Track non-conformities and follow up on corrective actions with kitchen management

  • Support implementation of food safety training and awareness for kitchen staff

  Administrative Duties

  • Manage kitchen records, files, and digital documentation

  • Assist with menu documentation, recipe costing, allergen matrices, and labeling compliance

  • Support inventory records, supplier documentation, and product traceability

  • Coordinate communication between the kitchen, purchasing, stores, and management

  • Prepare reports related to food safety, audits, wastage, and operational performance

  Operational Support

  • Assist chefs with scheduling, training records, and staff documentation

  • Monitor compliance with hygiene, sanitation, and uniform standards

  • Support sustainability and waste-management initiatives within the kitchen

  Qualifications & Experience

  • Diploma or certification in Hospitality, Food Safety, or Culinary Administration (preferred)

  • Strong knowledge of HACCP principles and food safety systems (essential)

  • Experience supporting or participating in food safety audits

  • Previous experience in a hotel or high-volume kitchen environment preferred

  Skills & Competencies

  • Strong organizational and documentation skills

  • High attention to detail and accuracy

  • Knowledge of food safety legislation and audit requirements

  • Good communication and coordination skills

  • Proficiency in MS Office or similar systems

  • Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced kitchen environment