A food processing business is set to create 200 jobs in North County Dublin.
Ballymaguire Foods, which is the largest fresh prepared meals producer in the island of Ireland, are investing a further €25 million into their food production facilities in Lusk. The new roles in management, research and development, quality control, engineering, cooking and general operations will be created over the next five years.
And the recruitment process is set to start immediately. Managing director and co-owner of Ballymaguire Foods Ed Spelman said the expansion will allow them to capitalise on opportunities in mainland Europe.
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He said: “We are delighted to be making this investment in our business as we continue to grow and expand our reach from our Lusk base. Our production capability will be greatly increased and will be mainly used to fuel the opportunities we see in both this country and mainland Europe.
"Our customers appreciate our agility and ability to adapt to new trends and tastes whilst using the best Irish ingredients where possible. Our Irish suppliers will also benefit in the future as many of our ingredients are sourced on the island of Ireland from chicken to beef and fresh vegetables.”
Minister for Housing Darragh O’Brien praised the announcement. He said: “This announcement is a brilliant example of pure quality and excellence in a sector where Ireland excels and especially around sustainability and producing quality clean food.
"For generations the Hoey family has employed hundreds of local people from the locality and have never been found wanting in giving back to the local community. Their success stemming from the land is to be applauded and I wish them continued success for years to come.”
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