Sous Chef

Job description

Sous Chef
Location: On-site / Dunaree, Kingscourt, Co. Cavan, Ireland
Salary: Up to €42,000 per annum (DOE)

Main Purpose of the Role:
To work closely with the Head Chef in managing daily kitchen operations, including staff supervision, menu preparation, food quality control, and stock management. The Sous Chef ensures the delivery of consistent, high-quality meals in line with designated recipes and hotel standards.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Lead the kitchen team in the absence of the Head Chef.
• Provide guidance and support to junior kitchen staff, including line cooks and food preparation assistants.
• Oversee and organise kitchen stock and ingredients to ensure efficiency and freshness.
• Maintain a first-in, first-out (FIFO) rotation system, ensuring all food items are correctly dated and stored for quality assurance.
• Ensure cooking stations are fully stocked before and during peak service times.
• Train new kitchen team members in accordance with hotel and kitchen standards.
• Manage food and product ordering, keeping accurate records and minimising waste while maintaining budgetary control.
• Supervise all food preparation and presentation to meet restaurant and banqueting quality standards.
• Collaborate with the Head Chef to maintain kitchen organisation, staff development, and training opportunities.
• Ensure food storage areas meet hygiene and safety standards at all times.
• Assist the Head Chef with menu planning and development.
• Coordinate with the restaurant management team regarding supply ordering, budgeting, kitchen efficiency, and staffing needs.
• Liaise and report any kitchen-related issues directly to the Head Chef.
• Brief all kitchen staff on daily events and last-minute operational changes.
• Foster positive inter-departmental communication and teamwork.
• Promote a respectful and cooperative working environment.

Health, Safety, and Hygiene:

• Maintain the highest standards of hygiene and food safety in line with HACCP and relevant legislation.
• Take reasonable care for your own safety and that of others within the workplace.
• Participate in fire drills and adhere to all safety protocols and procedures.
• Report any incidents, accidents, or damage promptly and take corrective action where possible.
• Attend all training sessions as scheduled by management.