Job offer description

We are currently looking for an enthusiastic and dedicated Chef de Partie-Pastry to join the Kitchen team .

Key responsibilities of the Chef de Partie - Pastry will include:



• Ensuring Section stock levels are correct and where required requisitioned in accordance with SOP

• Ensuring mise en place requirements are planned, actioned and handed over in accordance with SOP

• Ensuring all food prepared is done in accordance with recipes an RCH standards

• Ensuring the section is set up and managed to maximise productivity and in accordance with Health and Safety and Statutory Hygiene practices and company guidelines

• Ensuring the section’s stock is cleaned, organised, labeled and rotated in accordance with SOP

• Communicating any challenges re. equipment, food and staff to the chef on duty as soon as it becomes known

• Training staff on an ongoing basis to ensure they are always up to standard with current menu recipes and standards

• Advising kitchen management of order requirements for section stock in accordance with business levels ensuring sufficient stock and no wastage

• Ensuring that fridge temperatures are monitored and reported daily



The ideal candidate for the Chef de Partie - Pastry    should:

• Have previous experience in a similar role within a 4 or 5 star hotel environment is a plus

• Possess good knowledge and practical Pastry chef skills

• Have proven experience and ability to manage all cost controls within the section e.g. food cost, labour etc.

• Be fluent in both written and spoken English

• Demonstrate passion for food and food production

• Have excellent communication skills

• Possess good organisational skills

• Be able to handle pressurised situations and busy periods

• Be flexible, innovative and adaptable

Benefits

Some of the Benefits available to our team:  

- Complimentary meals on duty

- Discounted rates with Red Carnation Hotel Collection & The Travel Corporation

- Uniforms and dry cleaning service provided free of charge

- Discounted rates with many local businesses and third party service providers (including Estate Activities)

- Heavily subsidised accommodation (subject to availability)

Job details
Sector:
Accommodation and food service activities
Occupation field:
Personal service workers
Work experience:
Work experience is not required
Language skills:
  • English
  • Very good
Salary range:
Not provided
Date of expiry:
Link for more information:
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About company

Ashford Castle is a 5 Star Hotel in Ireland. It is the first and only Forbes Five Star Hotel and the former home of the Guinness family, Ashford Castle is truly a once-in-a-lifetime experience. In choosing to join Ashford Castle, you become part of a significant piece of history, both of Ireland and the Red Carnation Hotel Collection. Through the grand stone gates, a royal… Find out more