Sous Chef

BALLYRUSHEEN HOLDINGS LIMITED; Nenagh; On-site; EUR 33,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

The Peppermill Restaurant in Ireland is seeking an experienced Sous Chef to support the Head Chef with day-to-day kitchen management, oversee food preparation and service, and uphold high standards of quality, hygiene and kitchen organisation.

Starting 05/10/2026, this permanent full-time role offers 39 hours per week over 5 days, including evenings and weekends. Minimum five years’ professional chef experience is required.

Qualifications

• HACCP and food safety procedures knowledge required.
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced kitchen.
• Strong organisational and teamwork abilities.
• Good communication skills and positive attitude.
• Flexibility to work evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook and present dishes to a consistently high standard.
• Ensure all food prepared per recipes and presentation standards.
• Assist Head Chef with day-to-day kitchen operations.
• Monitor food quality, stock rotation and minimise waste.
• Maintain HACCP, food safety and hygiene standards.
• Keep equipment and work areas clean and safe.
• Assist with stock control, deliveries and ordering.
• Train and support junior kitchen staff as needed.
• Work efficiently during busy service while upholding high standards.

Skills

HACCP knowledge

Work under pressure

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Evenings & weekends availability

Job description

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Application Details

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Job Description

The Peppermill Restaurant is looking for an experienced and passionate Sous Chef to join our busy kitchen team. The successful candidate will assist the Head Chef with the day-to-day management of the kitchen, oversee food preparation and service, support and supervise the kitchen team, and ensure consistently high standards of food quality, presentation, hygiene and kitchen organisation.Start date: 05/10/2026Contract type: Permanent Full-timePositions : 1Career level: Minimum 5 years' relevant professional chef experienceSalary: 36605.00 Euro AnnuallyHours per week: 39 (5 days over 7, including evenings and weekends)

• Duties and Responsibilities
  • Prepare, cook and present dishes to a consistently high standard.
  • Ensure all food is prepared in accordance with recipes and presentation standards.
  • Assist the Head Chef with the day-to-day running of the kitchen.
  • Monitor food quality, stock rotation and minimise waste.
  • Maintain excellent HACCP, food safety and hygiene standards.
  • Ensure all equipment and work areas are kept clean and safe.
  • Assist with stock control, deliveries and ordering.
  • Train and support junior members of the kitchen team when required.
  • Work efficiently during busy service while maintaining high standards.
• Requirements
  • Good knowledge of HACCP and food safety procedures.
  • Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
  • Strong organisational and teamwork skills.
  • Good communication skills and a positive attitude.
  • Flexibility to work evenings and weekends.

• Sector: accommodation and food service activities

Career Level

• Experienced [Non-Managerial]