Sous Chef 4 Star Hotel

Sous Chef – High-Energy Hotel Kitchen, Clane

Are you a passionate Sous Chef ready to lead, innovate, and inspire? Join a fast-paced, vibrant hotel kitchen in Clane, Co. Kildare, where fresh, locally-sourced ingredients meet bold culinary creativity. This is your chance to play a pivotal role in a thriving kitchen, delivering exceptional dining experiences for hotel guests, events, and private functions.

About the Role

As Sous Chef, you’ll be the right hand of the Head Chef, taking ownership of kitchen operations, menu creation, and team development. You’ll bring energy, precision, and creativity to every service, ensuring consistency, quality, and efficiency across all dining experiences.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead by example, ensuring every dish is flawlessly prepared and beautifully presented
• Assist the Head Chef in managing kitchen operations, staff, and service flow
• Create and execute seasonal, innovative menus using the finest local ingredients
• Oversee prep and production for hotel dining, events, and private bookings
• Maintain strict compliance with food safety, hygiene, and health & safety standards
• Manage stock, ordering, and waste to optimize efficiency and cost-effectiveness
• Mentor and inspire the kitchen team, encouraging growth, skill development, and collaboration

What We’re Looking For

• Proven experience as a Sous Chef or senior kitchen professional, ideally in hotels or high-volume environments
• Strong leadership, organization, and team management skills
• Exceptional culinary ability with a keen eye for detail and presentation
• Thrive under pressure while maintaining exacting standards
• Passion for fresh, seasonal, locally-sourced ingredients
• Solid knowledge of food safety, hygiene, and health & safety regulations
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and special events

Salary & Benefits

• Competitive salary, depending on experience
• Staff meals, discounts, and additional perks
• Structured hours to support work-life balance
• Career progression and professional development opportunities
• Join a supportive, ambitious, and collaborative kitchen team

Why Join Us?

• Lead and grow in a dynamic, high-energy hotel kitchen
• Work with fresh, local ingredients to craft innovative menus
• Play a key role in both guest dining and large-scale events
• Be part of a creative, quality-focused team that values your input and development

If you’re a driven Sous Chef ready for a career-defining opportunity in Clane, we want to hear from you. Apply today with your CV and take your culinary journey to the next level!

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