head chef

2 weeks ago


Kenmare, Co Kerry, Ireland Sheen Falls Lodge Full time
Job Description

We are currently inviting applications for a senior chef to lead the Kitchen Team at Nua Vista Restaurant The Ring of Kerry Golf Course. 

The objective of the role of Head Chef in the ROK kitchen is to consistently lead, manage and oversee the continued development in the following areas:

  • HACCP/Kitchen Hygiene /Uniform, and staff presentation.
  • Purchasing, food quality and the sourcing of local produces
  • Food production, quality, presentation and taste. 
  • People management, development, and retention.
  • Food GP's.
  • Labour Costs
  • Food Service.
  • Guest satisfaction – comment cards/trip advisor
  • Involvement in promotional events

This is a hands-on role, and you will be required to take full responsibility for the process, procedure, system and service control and the continuous quality improvement in food quality, menu type while maintaining the cost and expenditure budgets.  You are responsible for ensuring the ROK kitchen is consistently fully compliant with Health and Safety and the HACCP regulations. 

You are responsible for organising the efficient operation of all food in the ROK outlet and assist in the effective administration of the this outlet.

The core competencies required to deliver on the role objectives are:

  • Teamwork
  • Problem solving ability
  • Planning & Organising
  • Strategic Thinking
  • Financial thinking
  • Leadership & leading for results
  • Effective communications
  • The development of a customer service focus- the internal customer

All applicants must demonstrate PREVIOUS COOKING EXPERIENCE IN A MEDITERRANEAN/ BRASSERIE STYLE RESTAURANT. 

This is a full-time role which includes weekends and evening shifts. 

Qualifications

ALL CANDIDATES MUST DEMONSTRATE PREVIOUS COOKING EXPERIENCE IN MEDITERRANEAN AND BRASSERIE STYLE CUISINE.

A qualified senior chef is required with a further 4+ year experience coming from hotel/ restaurant background necessary to lead the Nua Vista kitchen team. Your will be required to demonstrate your experience to date, your passion for food, your food knowledge and cooking skills. This is a great opportunity to grow & develop a career. 

Sheen Falls Lodge and Ring of Kerry Golf is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive culture. Please note, we are only accepting applications from persons who have the permission/ right to live and work without restriction in Ireland.

Additional Information

The place

Sheen Falls Lodge is a member of Relais & Chateaux and since opening in 1991 has received many prestigious Awards and Accolades.  We are looking for an individual that will help us not only maintain our standard but improve upon it.

Should you like to apply for this position please email your cv to marlena@sheenfallslodge.ie 


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