Tulfarris Hotel & Golf Resort appointments James Devers as Executive Head Chef
Tulfarris Hotel & Golf Resort is delighted to announce the appointment of Chef James Devers as Executive Head Chef. Bringing over 20 years of domestic and international culinary experience to the kitchen of Tulfarris Hotel & Golf Resort, James is set to elevate the resort’s dining offerings with a refined focus on offering a modern menu using premium Irish produce.
James began his culinary journey at the age of 16, learning all aspects of kitchen operations before advancing to study Culinary Arts at Galway Mayo Institute of Technology (now ATU), where he won numerous awards including a silver medal for Student Chef of the Year. His passion and talent propelled him to his first Head Chef role in his early twenties.
Since then, James has accumulated nearly a decade of experience working in luxury hotels in Ireland and internationally, including the Ice House Hotel, Farnham Estate, and Castle Leslie Estate, where he honed his skills as both Senior Sous Chef and Head Chef.
Chef James Devers has ambitions to elevate the culinary offering at The Fairways Restaurant and The Brasserie. Favouring modernist and innovative cooking techniques, Chef James will use the best local and Irish produce in season in his menus.
Future plans include the development of an organic vegetable and herb garden at Tulfarris to supply the kitchen. In addition, Chef James is working with his culinary team to introduce a focus on sustainable operations in the kitchen.
Commenting on his appointment, James stated, “I am really excited to join Tulfarris Hotel & Golf Resort as Executive Head Chef. I look forward to working with the talented team here to create memorable dining experiences and a culinary offering that celebrates the best of modern Ireland.”
Tulfarris Hotel & Golf Resort General Manager, Darren Byrne commented, “We are delighted to welcome James to our team. His extensive culinary knowledge and passion for food will greatly benefit our guests and elevate the dining offering at Tulfarris Hotel & Golf Resort.”
