Commis Chef

Hodson Bay Hotel; Galway; On-site; EUR 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Galway Bay Hotel in Galway is seeking a Commis Chef to join our busy Kitchen team. You will work alongside the Executive Head Chef, supporting the team to deliver high quality dishes in line with SOPs.

The successful candidate will have 1 year of similar experience, solid knowledge of restaurant fine dining and banqueting, and HACCP knowledge. Meals provided on duty and opportunities for career progression.

Qualifications

• 1 year of similar experience.
• Solid knowledge of Restaurant Fine Dining and Banqueting.
• Ability to work in a busy environment.
• Strong knowledge of HACCP.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the production of food items according to menu specifications
• Be aware of and prepared for the business in house every day
• Be familiar with the menu and with any “specials” of the day.
• Ensure all dishes are prepared to agreed standards
• Ensure all dishes leaving the kitchen are prepared and presented to agreed standards.
• Avoid unnecessary wastage and follow portion planning and control and to act in a cost effective, responsible manner.
• Ensure excellent food hygiene practice is observed in the entire food chain from storage through to preparation and service.
• Follow and adhere to HACCP compliance within the kitchen and all Food & Beverage outlets.
• Ensure the kitchen equipment is in working order; report any maintenance issues to your supervisor
• Manage stock control and place orders.
• Lead and support team members to ensure the kitchen always exceeds guest expectations by consistently producing quality food.

Job description

The Galway Bay Hotel is seeking to recruit aCommis Chef to join our busy Kitchen team.

Awarded Best Employer in Galway in 2022 by Galway Chamber of Commerce, the Galway Bay Hotel is also delighted to be part of the Failte Ireland Employer Excellence Programme, and has been certified as A Great Place to Work. As part of the Hodson Bay Group of Hotels, with over 700 employees from over 50 countries worldwide, we are committed to creating a positive working environment where our people feel they are a valued part of a team delivering excellent service to our guests.

The Chef will work alongside the Executive Head Chef, supporting the kitchen team in providing excellent quality food, ensuring menus and food are presented to the highest possible standard in line with Company SOPs.

Responsibilities:

• Contribute to the production of food items according to menu specifications
• Be aware of and prepared for the business in house every day
• Be familiar with the menu and with any “specials” of the day.
• Ensure all dishes are prepared to agreed standards
• Ensure all dishes leaving the kitchen are prepared and presented to agreed standards.
• Avoid unnecessary wastage and follow portion planning and control and to act in a cost effective, responsible manner.
• Ensure excellent food hygiene practice is observed in the entire food chain from storage through to preparation and service.
• Follow and adhere to HACCP compliance within the kitchen and all Food & Beverage outlets.
• Ensure the kitchen equipment is in working order; report any maintenance issues to your supervisor
• Manage stock control and place orders.
• Lead and support team members to ensure the kitchen always exceeds guest expectations by consistently producing quality food.

The successful candidate should possess the following:

• 1 years similar experience
• Possess a solid knowledge of Restaurant Fine Dining and Banqueting
• Ability to work in a busy environment
• Have a strong knowledge of HACCP

Why work with us?

• Received ‘Best Employer’ Award in Galway by Galway Chamber of Commerce 2022
• Culture of ‘Respect’ throughout the Hotel
• Career development and progression opportunities
• Vibrant Health & Wellness Programme
• Motivational Benefits
• Leisure Club Membership
• Hotel Discounts within the Hodson Bay Group
• Meals provided while on duty
• Awarded Best 4* Hotel 2021

As a member of the Hodson Bay Group, the Galway Bay Hotel thrives in providing many development opportunities for motivated driven & efficient employee’s across all our departments. As a people-centric hotel group, every day we aim to foster a positive team spirit and an enjoyable working environment. We encourage this through mutual respect & trust amongst colleagues.

Benefits:

• Bike to work scheme
• Company events
• Employee discount
• Food allowance
• On-site gym
• On-site parking
• Wellness programme

Hodson Bay Group is an Equal Opportunities Employer committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the recruitment process. If you require any accommodation or support, please contact our HR team and we will be happy to make the necessary arrangements.