Áras an Uachtaráin cooking costs rise 8% to almost €865,000

A staff of 18 chefs and caterers are employed at Áras an Uachtaráin to provide meals for the President and his guests at a cost to the taxpayer of almost €865,000.

The team includes an executive head chef, a chef, an assistant chef, a cook, and a catering and services captain. These are supported by 12 catering and services assistants and one kitchen assistant.

Additional external support staff is contracted as required, according to the Office of Public Works (OPW), which is responsible for the maintenance and management of Áras an Uachtaráin.