Junior Sous Chef

Junior Sous Chef

Salary: €38-42k

Location: Westmeath

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Assist in the daily supervision of kitchen operations, ensuring smooth service during breakfast, lunch, and dinner shifts.
• Lead sections of the kitchen, ensuring food preparation, presentation, and portion control meet quality standards.
• Support menu planning and development, contributing ideas for new dishes and seasonal specials.
• Maintain high levels of cleanliness and hygiene across the kitchen, ensuring compliance with health & safety regulations (e.g., HACCP).
• Supervise and train junior kitchen staff, acting as a mentor and promoting a collaborative team culture.
• Manage stock rotation and inventory control, minimizing waste and ensuring freshness of ingredients.
• Step up in the absence of the Sous Chef or Head Chef to oversee kitchen operations.

Candidate:

• Minimum 2–3 years’ experience in a professional kitchen environment, ideally within a hotel or high-volume restaurant.
• Previous experience as a Senior Chef de Partie or similar role.
• Strong knowledge of modern culinary techniques and food safety standards.
• Leadership abilities with excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Passionate about food, quality, and customer experience.
• Formal culinary training or relevant certifications preferred.

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