Sous Chef

Job description

The Great Southern Killarney is looking for a highly efficient, well organised and energetic Sous Chef. The ideal candidate is first and foremost a great people manager, who's got bags of stamina and enjoys the fast pace of working in a kitchen. You also need to be able to stay calm and work as part of a team during a frenetic service.

Key delivery areas:

As Sous Chef your role will be to maintain the smooth and efficient running of the kitchen in the absence of the Head Chef and to assist the Head Chef in the day to day running of the kitchen.

Task overview:

• To deputise in the Executive Chef's absence.
• To ensure that all Chefs de Parties are familiar with the day's requirements.
• To ensure that the necessary stocks are on hand at the right quality and quantity.
• To ensure that fair discipline is maintained.
• To ensure that all staff are treated fairly and with commonly accepted courtesy.
• To ensure that timetables, leave rosters and attendance registers are up-to-date.
• To ensure that all statutory, as well as company, hygiene regulations are being strictly adhered to.
• To ensure that all maintenance problems are reported and followed up on.
• To ensure that all communications between the restaurant, bar and kitchen run smoothly.
• To ensure that each chef receives the correct orders for the appropriate tables.
• To ensure that each dish leaving the kitchen is checked for quality, quantity, presentation and correct temperature.
• To ensure that the dining room/ restaurant personnel are "standing by" when delicate dishes are served.
• To ensure that regular on-the-job training is carried out so that all staff perform their duties correctly.
• To attend seminars and training courses as and when directed.
• To further your own knowledge of management methods and principles to ensure future advancement and further upgrading in management standards for the profession as a whole.
• Work with the Executive Chef to produce diversified menus.
• Produce high quality dishes that follow up the established menu and level up to the hotels standards, as well as to clients’ requirements;
• Discover talented chefs and train them in order to reach the high standards of the location;
• Maintain order and discipline in the kitchen during working hours;
• Create tasting menus for clients interested in contracting the food for different events e.g. weddings etc.
• Make sure the hygiene and food safety standards are met in all stages of food preparation, starting with the ingredients and ending with the finished dish which leaves the kitchen.
• Make sure that the professional equipment is in good conditions and signal any malfunctions.

Role Requirements:

• Minimum of 3 years' experience in a similar Role
• Ability to train, lead and motivate a team in the absence of and alongside the head chef
• Experience in a similar 4* Deluxe environment preferable - large kitchen operation (150+bedrooms)

• Qualification in culinary arts
• Customer Experience Champion and a strong, confident but level-headed leader capable of managing high presentation, consistency- and service standards and delegate tasks to ensure productivity.
• Strong work ethic and high standards of achievement, integrity and attention to detail
• Unrelenting focus on quality
• Enthusiasm and creative talent
• Passionate approach to the production of high quality food
• Flair and imagination
• Management and organisational skills
• Fully aware and compliant in Food Safety and HACCP Food Management Systems
• Have a good grasp on profit margins

Reporting Structure:

• Reports to Executive Chef

About The Great Southern Killarney:

Great Southern Killarney has been an iconic retreat for over 160 years and was originally opened as The Railway Hotel in 1854 with the proud boast of being Ireland’s first purpose-built hotel. This stately property has indeed a prestigious history & the original features of its elegant Victorian architecture have been retained throughout the many years that the hotel has been welcoming guests from across the globe. Although the splendour of the hotel captivates guests, it is the exceptional and genuine hospitality for which the hotel is renowned that transforms a visitor into a life-long friend.

Uniquely surrounded by 6 acres of beautiful private gardens in the centre of bustling Killarney town, as well its favourable location adjacent to Killarney Railway Station, Great Southern Killarney provides an unrivalled location for visitors to Killarney town.

Great Southern Killarney enjoys an impressive history as well as developing a deluxe guest experience with beautifully appointed accommodation and contemporary touches to afford guests with every modern luxury. Great Southern Killarney also offers wonderful dining options where you can choose to dine under the magnificent gilt dome in The Garden Room Restaurant, opt for a more casual dining experience in Brownes Bar, or indulge in delicious Afternoon Tea in The Grand Foyer & the beautifully restful, Reading Room Residents’ Lounge. Great Southern Killarney is also home to Killarney’s premier events centre, with a choice of venues in which to host prestigious events & intimate or grand-scale weddings. As the latest addition to the Hayfield Family Collection, Great Southern Killarney with its luxurious accommodation and exceptional and innovative cuisine, offers a truly luxurious experience. Committed to delivering gracious hospitality and creating outstanding memories, The Scally family & their talented team deliver friendly personal service and true Irish hospitality.

Visit https://www.hayfieldfamilycollection.com/or https://www.greatsouthernkillarney.com/for more information.

To submit:

• Please submit your fully detailed CV to Milandi Basel
• Ensure you mention the Position Reference (Sous Chef) as we are recruiting for various positions at the same time
• Note: No telephonic interviews. Should you not hear from us within two weeks of your application for this position, please accept that your application was unsuccessful.

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: €31,000.00-€36,000.00 per year