Head Banqueting Chef

We are now recruiting forthe role of Head Banqueting Chef to join our fantastic culinary team here at The K Club. A UNIQUE RESORT The K Club is a truly captivating leisure destination secreted away in lush Irish countryside yet on Dublins doorstep we are a unique resort, a renowned place of celebration, with a spirited history that spans hundreds of years. Across the 550 acres of our stunning resort we offer a tremendous variety of career opportunities. HEAD BANQUETING CHEF This is a sparkling opportunity for someone with the right focus and customer know-how to take the helm alongside one of Irelands most trailblazing hospitality teams. This role will take on responsibility for the Banqueting offering across The K Club Resort, including The Straffan Inn pub where functions arise. At The K Club, we encourage all of our team members when introducing their own ideas, insights and innovations to their respective roles; we want you to embrace the trailblazing spirit we are renowned for. We also support our team members in pro-actively bringing our brand principles to life on a daily basis. If this sounds like a place where you could shine, we want to talk to you. Heres how youll bring the K Clubs trailblazing vision to life: To lead and manage the Banqueting culinary team To be responsible for the Banqueting Kitchen, noting that there may be a number of functions at the one time across the Resort To liaise with the Executive Chef with regard to menu suggestions, operational issues and the day to day operations of the Kitchen. To be responsible for all food service from the Kitchen including public areas and Hotel function space. To respond to and handle guest problems and complaints. To ensure that guests are always receiving an exceptional dining experience representing true value for money. To be aware of all financial budgets and goals. To ensure that all recipes and product yields are accurately costed and reviewed regularly. Ensure that the Departments overall operational budgets are strictly adhered too. Ensure that a consistent first-class product of the highest quality is achieved and maintained in all culinary areas, whilst adhering to operational deadlines. Ensure that all relevant banquet set-ups are prepared ahead of guests arrival and in adherence with company standards. To ensure that all food products received into the Kitchen are of the required standard and quality and that they are stored and rotated correctly. To assist with the monthly stock takes in the Kitchen Ensure that all kitchen operations manuals are prepared and updated. Ensure that rosters are entered and updated in the Time and Attendance as required by the company and the payroll deadlines are met. This is how we see you: Previous experience in a similar banqueting role is essential Strong leadership skills with the ability to work as a team A genuine passion for food Qualification in culinary arts, or similar is desired Extensive knowledge of good food handling, food standards, and presentation Competence in all aspects of kitchen budgeting to include costing and menu planning, labour costing and waste management Experience in HACCP maintenance What's on offer? Staff transport to and from work outside public transport hours within the local area Ongoing investment in your personal development with access to internal and external training programmes Fantastic opportunities to progress your career Monthly recognition programme Monthly service charge payment Bike to Work scheme Discounted local gym membership Employee Assistance Programme Social events Uniform Meals while on duty Discounts on stays at the resort and on Food & Beverage for you and your family and friends Life Assurance Data Retention Please note that all applications and CVs submitted for a role at The K Club will be kept on file for a period of 12 months. Should you not wish for your data to be held following the closure of the application process then we would ask that you please make a note of this when submitting your application. The Human Resources Team The K Club Skills: job desired skills