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Job Description
Breakfast & Pastry Chef
€35,000 per annum | Full-Time, Permanent
Employer: Teach de Broc Ballybunion, Co. Kerry, Ireland
About the Property: Teach de Broc is an award-winning 16‑bedroom boutique golf hotel located beside Ballybunion Golf Club on Ireland's West Coast. The house is known for its refined dining, warm hospitality, and consistently high guest satisfaction. The kitchen operates at a high standard with a modern, well‑organised set‑up and strong support from ownership.
Role Overview
This is a dual‑function position covering breakfast service and pastry/dessert preparation. The role is well suited to a chef who enjoys early starts, structured routine, and ownership of their section. Accommodation is available for the right candidate.
Core Responsibilities
* Open the kitchen and complete morning set‑up
* Prepare breakfast mise en place and complete service for 10–30 covers
* Maintain quality and consistency across a small, high‑expectation dining room
* Complete full clean‑down and kitchen reset post‑service (typically by 10:00–10:30)
* Daily preparation of desserts for the evening dessert trolley
* Management of all pastry‑related storage, labelling, rotation, and cleaning
* Maintain pastry fridges and dry storage (separate from main kitchen operations)
* Work with menu guidelines and contribute ideas for seasonal desserts (if applicable)
* Monitor stock levels for both breakfast and pastry sections
* Assist with ordering and supplier communication within agreed budgets
* Maintain HACCP standards and support compliance in pastry areas
Candidate Profile
* Previous experience in a breakfast and pastry role within hotels or restaurants is a requirement
* Strong organisational and time‑management skills
* The ability to work independently in a small, well‑appointed kitchen
* A calm, reliable, early‑rising approach to service
* Good attention to detail and pride in presentation
Hours & Structure
Full‑time, permanent contract
39 hours per week
Early start, typically finishing around 14:00, offering strong work–life balance
Contract weighted for seasonality while maintaining full annual salary compliance
Accommodation available (apartment)
Salary & Employment Details (DETE Requirement)
Salary: €35,000 gross per annum
Salary is basic pay only and does not include accommodation, bonuses, or allowances
Employment will be carried out exclusively at Teach de Broc, Ballybunion, Co. Kerry
Kitchen Environment
Small professional kitchen with dedicated pastry section and storage
Collaborative, respectful working culture with supportive management
Sector
* Accommodation and food service activities
Career Level
* Professional
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