Head Kitchen Stewart

Kilkea Castle Hotel & Golf Resort; Kildare; On-site; EUR 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Kilkea Castle Hotel & Golf Resort is seeking a dedicated Head Kitchen Steward to manage stewarding operations across three kitchens. The ideal candidate will have experience in a supervisory role, ensuring hygiene standards and managing a team for optimal kitchen performance. Join a certified Great Place to Work and be part of a thriving team committed to exceptional guest experiences.

Benefits

Discounts across entire resort

Competitive hourly rate

Meals while on duty

Employee recognition program

Bike to Work scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Continuous training and development

Qualifications

• Minimum 2-3 years of experience in a supervisory role within a hotel or high-volume kitchen.
• Strong understanding of kitchen hygiene practices and HACCP compliance.
• Excellent leadership and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee stewarding operations across three kitchens.
• Manage a team of kitchen porters while ensuring high standards.
• Ensure cleanliness and sanitation of back-of-house kitchen areas.

Skills

Leadership

Organizational Skills

Time Management

Kitchen Hygiene Practices

Team Management

Job description

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We are currently recruiting for an Experienced Full-Time Head Kitchen Stewartto join our growing team here at Kilkea Castle.

Kilkea Castle Hotel is a 140 bedroom resort set on 180 acres of landscape, gardens and ancient woodland. This family-owned and managed estate offers a tranquil spa, a challenging 18-hole championship golf course and a world-class culinary experience.We are Great Place To Work 2024 certified and Georgina Campbells Four Star Hotel of the Year 2024.

Our team members are the heart of our hotel and the core of our success, and we believe that by creating a positive and supportive environment, we can deliver outstanding service to our guests.

Our mission is to provide exceptional guest experiences through excellent service, integrity while ensuring that every guest feels valued, safe, and at home.

Job Title

Head Kitchen Stewart

Reporting To

Executive Chef

Job Summary

• The successful candidate will be a dedicated and experienced Head Kitchen Steward to oversee stewarding operations across its three kitchens. Reporting directly to the Executive Chef, the Head Kitchen Steward will be responsible for the cleanliness, hygiene, and smooth operation of all kitchen back-of-house areas. This supervisory role includes managing a team of kitchen porters, coordinating staffing rosters in conjunction with the Executive Chef, and ensuring the highest standards of sanitation and operational support across all culinary outlets
• Key Responsibilities
• Lead and manage stewarding operations across all three kitchens within Kilkea Castle Hotel.
• Supervise, train, and motivate a team of kitchen porters to maintain high standards of hygiene and efficiency.
• Develop and manage staff rosters in collaboration with the Executive Chef to ensure appropriate coverage across all outlets and events.
• Ensure proper cleaning and sanitation of kitchen areas, equipment, utensils, and service ware in accordance with HACCP and hotel standards.
• Maintain cleanliness and readiness of dishwashing stations, floors, bins, storage areas, and waste management zones.
• Oversee and report maintenance needs for all stewarding-related equipment.
• Monitor stock and use of cleaning chemicals and stewarding supplies; liaise with the Executive Chef for timely ordering.
• Conduct regular inspections to ensure adherence to food safety, health, and safety regulations.
• Promote sustainability by supporting waste segregation and reduction initiatives.
  
  

Skills/Requirements

• Minimum 23 years of experience in a similar supervisory role in a hotel or high-volume kitchen environment.
• Strong understanding of kitchen hygiene practices and HACCP compliance.
• Experience managing a team across multiple outlets or service points is preferred.
• Excellent leadership, organisational, and time management skills.
• Ability to work in a physically demanding environment and under pressure.
• Flexible schedule, including availability on weekends, holidays, and evenings as required.
• Minimum 12 months valid work permit required
  
  

Benefits

• Discounts across entire resort
• Competitive hourly rate
• Meals while on duty
• Employee recognition
• Bike to Work scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme and PRSA scheme
• Continuous training and development
  
  

Kilkea Castle is an equal opportunities employer

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Food and Beverage Manufacturing

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