Job offer description

We are currently looking for an enthusiastic and dedicated Commis Chef to join the outlet kitchen and breakfast team at our award-winning hotel.

Key responsibilities of the Commis Chef will include:

• Prepare and produce food for the section to which you are assigned to, meeting the standards agreed whilst working in conjunction with other chefs

• Adhere to the recipe and standard presentation of all dishes, demonstrating skill and attention to detail

• Ensure all necessary mis-en-place is fully prepared and ready for service

• Minimise wastage at all times

• Ensure that kitchen stations are kept clean, safe and hygienic at all times in adherence to Health & Safety & HACCP guidelines

The ideal candidate for the Commis Chef position should:

• Have previous experience in a similar role

• Previous experience at four or five star hotel or fine dining restaurant is a plus

• Have good health and safety and food hygiene awareness

• Have good knowledge of using a wide range of kitchen equipment

• Communicate effectively in English

• Be positive, punctual, reliable and have a flexible attitude - Fluent English - Spoken, Written and Reading

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 adventure begins. This remarkable 800-year-old castle, widely recognised as Ireland’s top hotel destination and once home to the Guinness family, is exceptional in every sense. Discover exquisite interiors, delicious cuisine, a wealth of unique activities and a state-of-the-art spa. The extraordinary characters of the castle passionately care about each and every guest experience. Ashford Castle, voted No. 1 in Top 10 Resort Hotels in the UK and Ireland in Travel + Leisure 'World's Best' Awards 2022 and awarded Five Stars by Forbes Travel Guide 2022.

If this sounds like the Commis Chef role for you then please apply today! We are an equal opportunities employer. This role is subject to candidate’s eligibility to work in Ireland.

Benefits

Some of the benefits of the Commis Chef position include:

•    Professional, award winning training and development opportunities to give you a career path

•    Discounted accommodation rates with The Red Carnation Hotel Collection & The Travel Corporation globally

•    Annual Staff Appreciation Party and other Employee Recognition Events

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

•    Heavily subsidised accommodation (subject to availability)

•    Free meals on duty

•    Complimentary dry cleaning of uniform

Job restrictions

Must have proper documentation allowing them the right to work in Ireland (European passport/permission to work legally in Ireland).

Job details
Sector:
Food and beverage 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:
ashfordcastle.com/?utm_source=google&utm_medium=local&utm_campaign=hotel

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