Sous Chef

BrookLodge & Macreddin Village; Aughrim Lower; On-site; EUR 34,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career progression opportunities

Flexible working hours

Competitive salary & benefits

Supportive team environment

Job summary

BrookLodge & Macreddin Village in Ireland seeks a talented Sous Chef to join our growing culinary team. The role suits an experienced professional with a passion for hospitality and strong kitchen operations experience.

You will oversee daily kitchen operations, collaborate with the Head Chef on menus, mentor crew members, and uphold top standards of food safety, quality, and presentation. This full-time, 39-hour position offers excellent progression and a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in busy, fast-paced kitchens.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organisational skills.
• Passion for cooking, creativity, and delivering outstanding customer experiences.
• Ability to thrive under pressure with a professional attitude.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operations of our kitchens, ensuring high standards of food quality, consistency, and presentation.
• Work closely with the Head Chef and Kitchen Crew in menu creation, planning, and execution.
• Assist in training, mentoring, and development of new crew members to foster a positive, efficient environment.
• Lead by example, contributing to teamwork, professionalism, and continuous improvement.
• Demonstrate ability to work independently and collaboratively with initiative and leadership.
• Maintain excellent standards of food safety, hygiene, and kitchen organisation.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organisational skills

Cooking passion

Thrive under pressure

Job description

We are currently seeking a talented Sous Chef to join our growing team. This role is ideal for an experienced culinary professional with a genuine passion for the hospitality industry and a strong background in kitchen operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the day-to-day operations of our kitchens, ensuring high standards of food quality, consistency, and presentation.
• Work closely with the Head Chef and Kitchen Crew in the creation, planning, and execution of menus.
• Assist in the training, mentoring, and development of new crew members, fostering a positive, supportive, and efficient work environment.
• Lead by example, contributing to a culture of teamwork, professionalism, and continuous improvement.
• Demonstrate the ability to work independently and collaboratively, showing strong initiative and leadership skills.
• Maintain excellent standards of food safety, hygiene, and kitchen organisation.

Requirements

• Extensive experience working in busy, fast-paced kitchens.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organisational skills.
• A passion for cooking, creativity, and delivering outstanding customer experiences.
• Ability to thrive under pressure while maintaining a positive and professional attitude.

What We Offer

• Excellent career progression opportunities.
• Flexible working hours.
• Competitive salary and benefits.
• The chance to be part of a high-performing, enthusiastic, and supportive team.

Other Info

• 20 days annual leave per year
• staff meals on work days
• full time (39 hours)

If you're passionate about the hospitality industry and ready to take the next step in your culinary career, we want to hear from you. Join us and bring your energy, creativity, and leadership to our kitchen team!