Junior Sous Chef for Fine Dining Restaurant

Fitzwilliam Hotel; Dublin; On-site; EUR 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

The Fitzwilliam Hospitality Group in Dublin is seeking a talented Junior Sous Chef to support a Michelin-starred kitchen. You will work closely with the Executive Chef to uphold the highest standards, drive menu development, and mentor the kitchen team in a dynamic fine-dining environment.

Experience in fine dining and a passion for ingredient-led modern cuisine are essential, along with strong leadership and food safety knowledge to maintain HACCP compliance and operational excellence.

Qualifications

• Experience in a Michelin-starred or fine dining kitchen.
• Ability to lead in absence of Executive Chef.
• Strong culinary standards and technical skill.
• Passion for ingredient-led modern cuisine.
• Leadership and organisational ability.
• Solid food safety and HACCP knowledge.
• Calm, professional and solution-focused under pressure.
• Committed to developing others.

Responsibilities

• Help lead the kitchen team and oversee daily operations.
• Take responsibility in the absence of the Executive Chef.
• Ensure all dishes are cooked to Michelin-level standards.
• Contribute to menu development and dish creation.
• Manage food costs, stock control and supplier relationships.
• Maintain HACCP, food safety and compliance standards.
• Train, mentor and develop the kitchen team.
• Foster teamwork, professionalism and continuous improvement.

Skills

Junior Sous Chef

Fine dining

Michelin standards

Leadership

Food safety

Menu development

Stock control

Mentoring staff

Job description

Junior Sous Chef for Fine Dining Restaurant

We are looking for a talented Junior Sous Chef who shares our ambition to create something truly special at Glovers Alley.

Working closely with Adam Nevin (Executive Chef), you will play a key role in our Michelin-starred kitchen – helping to lead the team day-to-day, driving standards and delivering exceptional food with precision and consistency.

About the role

The Role

• Help lead the kitchen team and oversee daily operations
• Take responsibility in the absence of the Executive Chef
• Ensure all dishes are executed to Michelin-level standards
• Contribute to menu development and dish creation
• Manage food costs, stock control and supplier relationships
• Maintain HACCP, food safety and compliance standards
• Train, mentor and develop the kitchen team
• Foster a culture of teamwork, professionalism and continuous improvement

The ideal person has:

• Experience as a Junior Sous Chef or Senior Chef de Partie in a Michelin star or fine dining restaurant
• Exceptional culinary standards and strong technical skills
• Passion for ingredient-led, modern cuisine
• Strong leadership and organisational ability
• Solid understanding of food safety and kitchen operations
• Calm, professional and solution-focused under pressure
• Positive, driven and committed to developing others

About the company

The Fitzwilliam Hospitality Group operates a collection of premium hospitality venues in the heart of Dublin City. Our portfolio includes a five-star hotel, a Michelin-starred restaurant, a boutique townhouse, an Asian-influenced dining destination, a wine bar and a modern gastro pub.

We believe exceptional experiences start with exceptional people. We are passionate about creating welcoming spaces, memorable moments, and outstanding service—and we’re always looking for individuals who share that vision. Whether you're beginning your career or bringing years of expertise, we offer opportunities to grow, thrive, and make a real impact in Dublin’s most distinctive hospitality venues.

Skills you'll need

• Menu/Product Knowledge
• Chefing Skills
• Larder Skills
• Food Costing Skills
• HACCP/Food Safety Management Skills
• Supervisory Skills