Banqueting Sous Chef

Location: On site / Foaty, Fota, Co. Cork, Ireland
Job type: Permanent / Full-time
Sector and subsector: Hospitality Chefs
Salary: Competitive salary

Whether in our kitchens, dining rooms, event venues, accommodation or offices, our singular purpose is to captivate guests with our unparalleled quality, service, and food and wine knowledge. We achieve this only through the excellence, innovation and passion of our team members.

Develop your career at Fota Island Resort with this exciting opportunity to join our team. We are looking for imaginative, innovative and motivated people with a passion for cooking to join our professional team of Chefs.

We are currently recruiting for the following position:

The successful candidate will play a key role in the planning, preparation and delivery of conferences, weddings, banquets, corporate events and private functions. They will work closely with the Head Chef and Events team to ensure all functions are delivered efficiently, within budget and to the highest standard.

Staff Benefits Include:

• Discount on dining options of up to 50%
• Reduced accommodation rates for family and friends
• Discounts on spa treatments and products
• Use of Health Clubs
• Wellness Programme
• Company-Funded Educational Programmes

Responsibilities:

• Assist with the day-to-day operation and management of the kitchen
• Plan, prepare and execute conferences, weddings, banquets and other large-scale functions
• Review event numbers, menus, dietary requirements and service timings in advance of each function
• Assist with menu development, food costing and the execution of dishes to the required standard
• Plan stock requirements and place orders for food, ingredients and kitchen supplies
• Monitor deliveries, stock levels, food rotation and waste to maintain cost control and availability
• Coordinate kitchen preparation and staffing requirements for multiple events
• Liaise with the Events, Banqueting and Food and Beverage teams to ensure all event requirements are met
• Supervise, motivate and support the kitchen team during preparation and service
• Ensure food is prepared, presented and served consistently to Fota Island Resort standards
• Support operational changes, policies and procedures, reporting directly to the Executive Chef
• Maintain excellent standards of food hygiene, health and safety and kitchen cleanliness
• HACCP knowledge and training

What we are looking for:

• Certification from a recognised body is preferred
• Previous experience in a similar role and environment
• Basic computer skills and fluent English
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team
• Excellent attention to detail
• Flexibility to work across other areas of the Kitchen when required
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends and across a seven-day roster

If you are seeking a rewarding career that offers first-rate training and education, mentoring and development, attractive compensation, and inspiring rewards and recognition, consider joining The Fota Collection.