Overview
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!
Responsibilities
* 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.
* 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.
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