Junior Sous Chef

Found in: Talent UK C2 - 7 days ago

Enniskillen, United Kingdom Lough Erne Resort Full time
Job Description

Lough Erne Resort is a prestigious 5-star hotel and golf retreat nestled in the serene landscapes of Enniskillen, County Fermanagh, Northern Ireland. Revered for its unparalleled service, captivating vistas, and top-tier amenities, our resort promises an unforgettable escape for our discerning guests.

Job Summary:

We are on the lookout for a dynamic and skilled Junior Sous Chef to bolster our esteemed culinary team at Lough Erne Resort. As a Junior Sous Chef, you will collaborate closely with our Executive Head Chef , Stephen Holland, to orchestrate the daily kitchen operations, ensuring the delivery of culinary excellence and upholding the highest standards of quality. Your role will be pivotal in guiding and motivating our kitchen staff, contributing to menu innovation, streamlining workflows, and adhering to rigorous food safety protocols. This presents a remarkable opportunity to showcase your culinary prowess and contribute to the continued success of our renowned luxury destination. This is a great opportunity for a CDP looking for their next stage in their career.

About The Role

Lough Erne Resort is a prestigious 5-star hotel and golf retreat nestled in the serene landscapes of Enniskillen, County Fermanagh, Northern Ireland. Revered for its unparalleled service, captivating vistas, and top-tier amenities, our resort promises an unforgettable escape for our discerning guests.

Job Summary:

We are on the lookout for a dynamic and skilled Junior Sous Chef to bolster our esteemed culinary team at Lough Erne Resort. As a Junior Sous Chef, you will collaborate closely with our Executive Head Chef , Stephen Holland, to orchestrate the daily kitchen operations, ensuring the delivery of culinary excellence and upholding the highest standards of quality. Your role will be pivotal in guiding and motivating our kitchen staff, contributing to menu innovation, streamlining workflows, and adhering to rigorous food safety protocols. This presents a remarkable opportunity to showcase your culinary prowess and contribute to the continued success of our renowned luxury destination. This is a great opportunity for a CDP looking for their next stage in their career.

Responsibilities:

1. Assisting the Executive Head Chef:

- Work hand in hand with the Executive Head Chef to oversee all facets of kitchen management.

- Contribute to menu conceptualisation, crafting inventive dishes to offer our guests a diverse culinary journey.

- Maintain uncompromising standards of food quality, presentation, and flavour.

2. Leadership and Oversight:

- Offer guidance, training, and supervision to kitchen personnel, including chefs, cooks, and apprentices.

- Cultivate a positive work culture, fostering teamwork, ingenuity, and excellence.

- Lead by example, motivating the team to consistently deliver culinary brilliance.

3. Culinary Preparation and Execution:

- Prepare and cook a broad array of dishes, leveraging your culinary finesse and ingenuity.

- Ensure all dishes are prepared and plated to the resort's exacting standards.

- Monitor portioning, quality, and consistency to surpass guest expectations.

4. Operational Excellence:

- Adhere to stringent food safety and sanitation standards upheld by the resort.

- Sustain a tidy, well-organized, and efficient kitchen environment.

- Assist in inventory oversight, procurement, and cost control measures.

5. Guest Satisfaction and Collaboration:

- Collaborate with front-of-house staff to accommodate guest preferences and needs.

- Address guest feedback, queries, and special requests promptly and professionally.

- Contribute to crafting unforgettable dining experiences for our esteemed guests.

Qualifications:

- Demonstrated experience as a CDP or similar role in a luxury hotel, resort, or fine dining establishment.

- Exceptional attention to detail, creativity, and the ability to thrive in high-pressure environments.

- Profound understanding of food safety, sanitation, and hygiene practices.

- Capability to contribute to menu evolution, ensuring variety and innovation.

- Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as necessitated by the role.

- Relevant culinary certifications and qualifications are advantageous.

Join our esteemed culinary team at Lough Erne Resort and play a pivotal role in delivering unparalleled hospitality experiences. To apply, kindly submit your resume and a cover letter delineating your pertinent experience and elucidating why you are the ideal candidate for the Junior Sous Chef position at Lough Erne Resort.

Skills Needed

About The Company

A WORLD APART Lough Erne Resort, is the ultimate expression in old world heritage and new world luxury. Located minutes from Enniskillen, Irelands only island town, it is easily accessible from Belfast, Dublin, Derry, Donegal and Sligo Airports. Nestled on a 600 acre peninsula on the breath-taking Fermanagh Lakes, its 120 Luxury Rooms & Suites, offer stunning panoramic views from almost every vantage point. The Resort features two championship golf courses, including The Faldo Course, The Academy, The Thai Spa, 6 Conference & Meeting Rooms, a variety of innovative Dining experiences from our talented culinary team led by acclaimed Executive Head Chef Stephen Holland, combined with the adventure playground that is the Great Outdoors. Any stay at Lough Erne Resort guarantees the perfect combination of relaxation, adventure, fine food, delectable drinks and the warmest Fermanagh welcome. The resort team will work with you and your clients to curate event solutions and experiential programmes for our luxury Golf, Incentive, Meetings & Group travel products set against the incredible backdrop of the Fermanagh Lakes.

Company Culture

Careers at Lough Erne Resort At Lough Erne Resort our recruitment philosophy is simply to recruit for attitude and train for skills.Lough Erne Resort is committed to providing guests with the highest standards of attention and personal care. In order to deliver this we seek to employ individuals who share our passion and dedication for delivering and achieving guest excellence. Our team is dedicated and work in a service driven environment in which people come firstNeed and Anticipation:The people who work for us have the ability to anticipate the needs of our guests and must be motivated by raising service standards to the highest level attainable at all timesThe Best Working Conditions:We believe in investing in our people since it is vital that each and every person within the organization is motivated and happy. Only then can we provide the best. We offer competitive salaries and working conditions whatever your chosen field of expertise and level in the organization.

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Closing DateFriday 26th April, 2024