Senior Sous Chef

O'Donoghue Ring Collection is home to Hotels, Apartments, Spa, Restaurants & Bars centrally located in the vibrant town centre of Killarney and Castleisland, Co. Kerry. Our company philosophy is built upon three core values: employee experience, customer experience, and standards of excellence.

The Senior Sous Chef at The Killarney Avenue Hotel is a pivotal leadership role within the kitchen team. This position requires an experienced and highly skilled culinary professional who will support the Executive Chef in delivering exceptional dining experiences. The Senior Sous Chef will be responsible for overseeing kitchen operations, ensuring quality control, managing staff, and contributing to menu innovation while maintaining the highest standards of food safety and hygiene.

Key Responsibilities:

Culinary Leadership:
* Oversee the preparation, cooking, and presentation of high-quality dishes, ensuring consistency and excellence.
* Work closely with the Head Chef to develop and execute innovative menus that align with the hotel's standards.
* Lead by example, inspiring and mentoring the kitchen team to achieve their best performance.
Kitchen Management:
* Supervise and coordinate all kitchen activities, ensuring smooth daily operations.
* Monitor and manage kitchen staffing levels, schedules, and workload distribution.
* Foster a positive and professional kitchen environment, encouraging teamwork and efficiency.
Inventory and Stock Control:
* Manage kitchen inventory, ensuring optimal stock levels while minimizing waste.
* Oversee ordering, receiving, and stock rotation, maintaining the freshness and availability of ingredients.
* Work within budgetary constraints to control food costs without compromising quality.
Quality Assurance & Compliance:
* Ensure all food is prepared to the highest standards, maintaining consistency in taste, portioning, and presentation.
* Enforce compliance with food safety, health, and hygiene regulations at all times.
* Conduct regular checks on kitchen cleanliness, equipment maintenance, and adherence to HACCP protocols.
Collaboration & Communication:
* Work closely with the front-of-house team to ensure seamless service and customer satisfaction.
* Provide clear direction and constructive feedback to junior chefs and kitchen staff.
* Collaborate with the Head Chef to refine menu offerings based on guest feedback and seasonal availability.
Innovation & Development:
* Contribute to menu planning and the development of new dishes, enhancing the restaurant's culinary reputation.
* Identify opportunities for process improvements, enhancing efficiency and service standards.
* Assist in training and developing junior chefs, nurturing talent within the kitchen team.
The ideal candidate will have:
* At least four years of experience in a senior kitchen role, preferably in a high-volume environment.
* A strong culinary background with a passion for excellence and innovation.
* Experience managing a team and the ability to lead in a fast-paced kitchen.
* Extensive knowledge of food safety regulations and best practices.
* The ability to work efficiently under pressure while maintaining high standards.

Why O'Donoghue Ring Collection?
When you join the O'Donoghue Ring Collection, you join a community of smart, caring, talented individuals working together to deliver first-in-class results. Here are some ways we support and invest in our team:

* Competitive salaries
* Discounts on Hotel Stays and special staff rates in any of our hotels across the collection, on top of special Family and Friend rates for accommodation.
* Discounts on Dining, including all food outlets in our hotels and individual restaurants and bars within the collection.
* Meals on Duty, with meals provided during work hours in our newly refurbed canteens.
* Free Coffee on Duty, available in our staff facilities.
* Discounts for Take-Away, including further discounts on takeaway teas and coffees.
* Career Progression, with a clear career path set for interested employees.
* Employee Fitness, with free access to leisure centres and family discounts on memberships.
* Employee Wellness, including our ODR Collection Staff Wellness programme and discounts on spa products and treatments in our award-winning Spa.
* Learning & Development, with access to a variety of training tools, internships, and cross-training opportunities in different departments.

If you want to make an impact, O'Donoghue Ring Collection is the place for you. Not sure if you meet all the qualifications? If this role excites you, we encourage you to apply. Explore all opportunities on our careers page.
O'Donoghue Ring Collection is an Equal Opportunity Employer, but that's just the start. We believe different perspectives help us grow and achieve more. That's why we're dedicated to hiring and developing the most talented and diverse team - which includes individuals with different backgrounds, abilities, identities, and experiences