We are now recruiting for the role of Head Banqueting Chef to join our fantastic culinary team here at The K Club.
A UNIQUE RESORT
The K Club is a truly captivating leisure destination secreted away in lush Irish countryside - yet on Dublin's doorstep - we are a unique resort, a renowned place of celebration, with a spirited history that spans hundreds of years. Across the 550 acres of our stunning resort we offer a tremendous variety of career opportunities.
HEAD BANQUETING CHEF
This is a sparkling opportunity for someone with the right focus and customer know-how to take the helm alongside one of Ireland's most trailblazing hospitality teams. This role will take on responsibility for the Banqueting offering across The K Club Resort, including The Straffan Inn pub where functions arise.
At The K Club, we encourage all of our team members when introducing their own ideas, insights and innovations to their respective roles; we want you to embrace the trailblazing spirit we are renowned for. We also support our team members in pro‑actively bringing our brand principles to life on a daily basis. If this sounds like a place where you could shine, we want to talk to you.
Here's how you'll bring the K Club's trailblazing vision to life:
* Lead and manage the Banqueting culinary team
* Be responsible for the Banqueting Kitchen, noting that there may be a number of functions at the one time across the Resort
* liaise with the Executive Chef with regard to menu suggestions, operational issues and the day to day operations of the Kitchen
* Be responsible for all food service from the Kitchen including public areas and Hotel function space
* Respond to and handle guest problems and complaints
* Ensure that guests are always receiving an exceptional dining experience representing true value for money
* Be aware of all financial budgets and goals
* Ensure that all recipes and product yields are accurately costed and reviewed regularly
* Ensure that the Department's overall operational budgets are strictly adhered to
* Ensure that a consistent first‑class product of the highest quality is achieved and maintained in all culinary areas, whilst adhering to operational deadlines
* Ensure that all relevant banquet set‑ups are prepared ahead of guest's arrival and in adherence with company standards
* Ensure that all food products received into the Kitchen are of the required standard and quality and that they are stored and rotated correctly
* Assist with the monthly stock takes in the Kitchen
* Ensure that kitchen operations manuals are prepared and updated
* Ensure that rosters are entered and updated in the Time and Attendance as required by the company and the payroll deadlines are met
This is how we see you:
* Previous experience in a similar banqueting role is essential
* Strong leadership skills with the ability to work as a team
* A genuine passion for food
* Qualification in culinary arts, or similar is desired
* Extensive knowledge of good food handling, food standards, and presentation
* Competence in all aspects of kitchen budgeting to include costing and menu planning, labour costing and waste management
* Experience in HACCP maintenance
What's on offer?
* Staff transport to and from work outside public transport hours within the local area
* Ongoing investment in your personal development with access to internal and external training programmes
* Fantastic opportunities to progress your career
* Monthly recognition programme
* Monthly service charge payment
* Bike to Work scheme
* Discounted local gym membership
* Employee Assistance Programme
* Social events
* Uniform
* Meals while on duty
* Discounts on stays at the resort and on Food & Beverage for you and your family and friends
* Life Assurance
Data Retention
Please note that all applications and CVs submitted for a role at The K Club will be kept on file for a period of 12 months. Should you not wish for your data to be held following the closure of the application process then we would ask that you please make a note of this when submitting your application.
The Human Resources Team
The K Club
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