Senior Sous Chef

Windward Management; Dunboyne; On-site; EUR 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career progression opportunities

Employee Assistance Programme

Meals on duty

Discounted room & dining rates

Refer-a-friend scheme

Training and development opportunities

Employee awards & staff recognition

Job summary

Dunboyne Castle Hotel & Spa is seeking a Senior Sous Chef to join the team under Windward Management. You will help run the kitchen, supervise staff, and ensure top quality dishes across all outlets.

Reporting to the Executive Head Chef, you will lead daily operations, maintain hygiene standards, mentor junior chefs, and deputise when needed. This role offers progression within the Windward group and a supportive kitchen environment.

Qualifications

• Four years experience as a Chef de Partie or equivalent in a busy kitchen.
• Experience in a supervisory/management role within a busy kitchen.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise kitchen staff to deliver high-quality dishes.
• Collaborate with Food & Beverage teams to meet guest needs and standards.
• deputise for the Executive Head Chef in their absence.
• Ensure hygiene and health regulations are followed in all prep and service.
• Assist in stock ordering and training to develop the kitchen team.

Skills

Leadership

Kitchen management

Staff supervision

Food quality control

Job description

Job Description

A fantastic opportunity to join the team atDunboyne Castle Hotel & SpaasSenior Sous Chef

About Us

Dunboyne Castle Hotel & Spa is a luxury estate, nestled in 21 acres of lush green Meath countryside. The Georgian mansion which welcomes visitors today was originally built in 1764, on the same site as the original castle. Dunboyne Castle wasacquired by Mr. Thomas Röggla in December 2022. The hotel joined his collection of luxury Irish hotels forming the TMR Hotel Collection, including Farnham Estate Spa & Golf Resort, Harvey’s Point, Mount Wolseley & Aghadoe Heights.

As part of the TMR Collection & under the guidance of Windward Management, Dunboyne Castle offers great opportunities for growth & progression in your hospitality career.

Responsibilities

Reporting to the Executive Head Chef, the Senior Sous Chef will assist with the running of the kitchen, supervise all kitchen staff and liaise with all Food & Beverage teams to ensure that guest needs are provided for. They will provide the highest quality products for all food outlets at Dunboyne Castle Hotel & Spa, maintaining the highest standards of hygiene and efficient work practices.

As part of your role:

• To work with the management of the hotel and assist in the daily running, to ensure the delivery of high-quality dishes from the kitchen.
• Direct and work with the Kitchen and Food & Beverage teams to successfully execute daily operations.
• You should be knowledgeable about the Hotel and all of its departments.
• To deputise for the Executive Head Chef in their absence.
• Supervise the kitchen team daily.
• Ensure that all of our customers receive the highest quality of service.
• Assist in the management, training, and development of the kitchen team ensuring objectives are regularly monitored.
• Take ownership of any performance management issues, ensuring they are always dealt with efficiently & professionally.
• To ensure all preparation and cooking in the kitchen is carried out in accordance with the Health and Hygiene regulations.
• To assist in the preparation of all stock orders for the fresh and dry store items required daily.

About The Role

Requirements

Excellent leadership capabilities to effectively manage a large team.

• Four years experience as a Chef de Partie (or similar) in a busy kitchen
• Previous experience in a management or supervisorial position in a busy kitchen.
• The ability to work towards achieving financial goals and targets.
• Proven ability to supervise and motivate colleagues.
• Strong ability to work efficiently and deal with busy periods competently.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Self-Motivated and Enthusiastic.
• Excellent Interpersonal Skills.

Perks and Benefits of working at Dunboyne Castle Hotel & Spa

• Career progression opportunities across the Windward group
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Meals on duty
• Discounted room & dining rates in Windward properties for you as well as friends and family
• Refer-a-friend scheme
• Training and development opportunities dedicated to your development
• Employee awards & staff recognition scheme including employee of the month, long service awards,team recognition days and random treat days

Salary Information

The advertised pay range represents the salary available for this role. Final starting salary will be determined within this range, based on relevant skills, qualifications, experience, and business requirements.

About Windward Management

Dunboyne Castle Hotel & Spais managed by Windward Management.

Windward Management is a team of highly experienced hotel operators and investors with a hotel portfolio ofapprox. 2,000 keys* in Ireland. Founded in 2007, Windward is a leading hospitalitymanagement company, managing and operating hotels on behalf of their owners.