Chef de Partie

Ballygarry Estate, Hotel & Spa Limited

Tralee

On-site

EUR 31,000 - 42,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Ballygarry Estate Hotel & Spa is a luxury 4-star hotel on the outskirts of Tralee, Kerry. As Chef De Partie you will support the Sous and Head Chef to maintain Ballygarry’s high dining standards across all venues.

The ideal candidate will hold a recognised culinary qualification or have at least 3 years’ experience in a 4-star hotel or quality-focused kitchen, with strong HACCP hygiene, portion control and menu development skills, and you will lead and train junior kitchen staff.

Qualifications

Recognised culinary qualification or 3+ years in a 4-star hotel kitchen.
Experience in menu planning and HACCP compliance.
Ability to work across sections and train junior staff.

Responsibilities

Prepare, cook and serve food according to recipes and directions.
Monitor portion size, quantity and quality daily.
Check deliveries against specifications and maintain hygiene standards.
Delegate tasks to junior chefs and supervise their work.
Write creative menus using stock and controlling margins.
Plan work, set up stations and maintain Ballygarry standards.

Skills

Food preparation

Cooking skills

Team delegation

HACCP knowledge

Education

Culinary qualification

Job description

Ballygarry Estate Hotel Spa, Leebrook, Tralee, Kerry, V92W279

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Job Description

Job location: Kerry

Job headline: Chef De Partie

Employer's name / company: Ballygarry Estate, Hotel & Spa

Employer's website: www.ballygarry.com

Job type(s): Full time________________________________________

Job description: Ballygarry Estate Hotel & Spa is an award winning luxury 4-star hotel located on the outskirts of Tralee Co. Kerry. At Ballygarry we appreciate the dining experience and over the years our hotel has consistently evolved, providing our guests with endless options for their dining preferences, We have brought together a team of talented chefs who take great pride in creating mouth-watering dishes for any array of occasions. From traditional bar food menus, sumptous banquet affairs and mouth watering barbeques, Ballygarry offers a work environment that is diverse and perfect for passionate, creative and talented individuals.

Job Description: Chef De Partie

Contract Type: Permanent (39h p/w)

Salary: €36,605 per annum

Starting Date: 15/12/2026

Number of positions available: 1

Reports to: Sous/ Head Chef

SCOPE OF WORK:As Chef De Partie you will be expected to support the Sous and Head chef in maintaining the kitchens excellent reputation and to provide Ballygarry Estate Hotel & Spa standards of service to all customers in an attentive and courteous manner in accordance with current legislation.

MAIN DUTIES

You will be responsible for preparing, cooking and serving of food according to recipes and as directed.
Checking on a daily basis food preparation regarding portion size, quantity and quality as laid down in the recipe index.
To check all food deliveries are to specification.
Remaining up to date with latest culinary trends and create ideas into efficient and consistent implementations.
To write creative menus making use of existing stock and observing margins.
To provide explanation of menu items to restaurant team.
Delegating tasks to Demi Chefs and Commis Chefs and checking that they are carried out in the correct manner.
To plan business and check advance bookings.
To set up assigned work station.
To maintain high standards of cleanliness as you work.
To store food correctly and observe proper stock rotation.
To ensure 4* standards of service are achieved at all times.
To perform in a professional and courteous manner w ith all customers (internal & external).
Maintain good colleagues' relations and motivate colleagues.
Ensuring that training on a one-to-one basis has been carried out and comprehended.
To ensure all hygiene regulations and HACCP are adhered to at all times.
To comply with statutory and legal requirements for Health & Safety, Fire, Hygiene, and Employment.
To attend and participate in hotel meetings when required & to attend training.
You must remain totally flexible in your position and may be required to carry out other tasks as directed by management.