Banqueting Sous Chef – Luxury Event Culinary Leader

Cashel Palace; Cashel; On-site; EUR 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discount

Bike to work scheme

Employee assistance program

Food allowance

Company events

Additional leave

Job summary

Cashel Palace Hotel in Cashel, Ireland, seeks a Sous Chef - Banqueting to lead high‑volume luxury catering for weddings, conferences, private dining, and corporate events. You will work with the Head Chef - Banqueting and Executive Sous Chef to deliver outstanding food experiences and develop a high‑performing kitchen team.

The role requires a Professional Cookery Qualification (Level 6), at least 3 years in a senior kitchen, HACCP certification, and excellent communication.

Qualifications

• Professional Cookery Qualification (Level 6 or equivalent).
• Minimum 3 years' experience in a senior kitchen role within a quality hotel, restaurant, or hospitality operation.
• Experience catering for weddings, conferences, banquets, or large-scale events.
• HACCP and Food Safety certification.
• Strong understanding of food preparation, presentation, and kitchen procedures.
• Experience supervising and guiding junior team members.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Eligibility to work in Ireland.

Responsibilities

• Assist in overseeing the day-to-day operation of the banqueting kitchen.
• Support the delivery of weddings, conferences, private dining events, and special occasions.
• Prepare and present dishes to the highest five-star standards.
• Work closely with the Head Chef - Banqueting on menu planning, preparation schedules, and service execution.
• Supervise and support Chef de Parties, Demi Chef de Parties, and Commis Chefs.
• Ensure consistent food quality, presentation, and portion control.
• Maintain high standards of food safety, hygiene, and HACCP compliance.
• Assist with stock control, ordering, and kitchen inventory management.
• Help manage labour resources efficiently during busy event periods.
• Support training, coaching, and development of junior kitchen team members.
• Contribute ideas for menu innovation and continuous improvement.
• Ensure a safe, organised, and professional working environment at all times.

Skills

Leadership

Food safety

Communication

Teamwork

Eligibility to work in Ireland

Education

Professional Cookery Qualification (Level 6)

Job description

Cashel Palace Hotel in Cashel, Ireland, seeks a Sous Chef - Banqueting to lead high‑volume luxury catering for weddings, conferences, private dining, and corporate events. You will work with the Head Chef - Banqueting and Executive Sous Chef to deliver outstanding food experiences and develop a high‑performing kitchen team.

The role requires a Professional Cookery Qualification (Level 6), at least 3 years in a senior kitchen, HACCP certification, and excellent communication.