The Award Winning Ballygarry Estate Hotel & Spa, in the vibrant town of Tralee, currently has an exciting opportunity for a Breakfast Chef to join our outstanding kitchen team
Scope of Role:
The breakfast chef is responsible for preparing and cooking breakfast meals for hotel guests.
This includes creating a menu, planning and organizing the production of breakfast dishes, and managing a team of kitchen staff to ensure efficient and high-quality service.
Key responsibilities:
To ensure 4* standards of service are achieved at all times.
To perform in a professional and courteous manner with all customers (internal & external).
To offer an in-depth knowledge of products and hotel services in general.
To ensure all hygiene regulations and HACCP are adhered to at all times.
To comply with statutory and legal requirements for Health & Safety, Fire, Hygiene and Employment.
To set up assigned work station
To ensure a high standard of personal hygiene and grooming.
To prepare, cook and serve Breakfast/Lunch according to recipes and as directed.
To report all maintenance problems to the manager on duty.
To attend and participate in hotel meetings and training.
To ensure that the fridges are cleaned daily to the standards required and that the food required for your section is properly stored to the required standards.
To make sure that all personnel abide by HACCP and the SOP's.
Creating a breakfast menu that caters to the preferences and dietary restrictions of hotel guests
Planning and organizing the production of breakfast dishes, including prepping ingredients, cooking, and plating
Managing inventory and ordering supplies to maintain adequate stock levels Ensuring that all food products are fresh, of high quality, and comply with hotel standards
Help in the preparation of sauces etc. for lunch service
Set up of Banbury for lunch service Supervising and training kitchen staff, assigning tasks, and ensuring effective teamwork
Adhering to food safety and sanitation regulations, including proper storage, handling, and cooking techniques
Collaborating with other departments, such as front desk and dining room staff, to ensure a seamless breakfast service for guests
Developing and maintaining positive relationships with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of fresh and high-quality ingredients
Maintaining a clean and organized kitchen environment, including proper storage and maintenance of kitchen equipment
Monitoring food costs and implementing cost-saving strategies without compromising on quality
Staying updated with industry trends and innovations in breakfast cuisine to continuously improve menu offerings and guest satisfaction.
To attend and participate in hotel meetings when required & to attend training.
Overall, the Breakfast Chef plays a crucial role in ensuring guests have an excellent dining experience by maintaining cleanliness and hygiene throughout the kitchen, preparing & cooking high quality breakfast options and supporting the Chefs de Partie in preparation for lunch service.
You must remain totally flexible in your position and may be required to carry out other tasks as directed by management.