The Armada started trading in 1968 as a roadside pub, and has grown and changed over the years to its current form, a great 4-star property, we have come a long way, but we have great plans to go a lot further. To get there we need great people working together, in an atmosphere of professionalism, integrity, fairness, and with a focus on delivering great experiences to everyone that comes through the doors.
Duties and Responsibilities
Key Responsibilities:
* Contribute to the production of the highest possible food quality, and coordinate staff in the delegated section
* Prepares and properly garnishes all food orders as they are received in accordance with menu specifications, insuring proper plate presentation.
* Prepares sauces, soups, and hot entrees; controls the positioning and rotation of foods and ensures proper plate presentation.
* Sets up for lunch and dinner by ensuring proper amounts are in place for forecasted covers, special functions, and all reservations.
* Adheres to company standards of food quality, preparation, recipes, and presentation.
* Orders adequate supplies for own section, and sets up "mis-en-place" for section.
* Supervises the proper set-up of each item on menus and insures their readiness.
* Works with Chefs to ensure seasoning, portions, and appearance of food.
* Ensures readiness and makes priorities in case of last-minute changes to reservations.
* Confers closely with the Executive & Head Chef and takes every opportunity to become familiar with all aspects of his or her position, to be ready to fill in whenever required.
* Co-ordinates job tasks with staff in own section.
Essential Qualifications & Skills:
* Strong culinary knowledge
* Minimum 5 years' experience working in a culinary environment
* IT literate.
* HACCP Level 1 and 2
* An ability to work independently as well as part of a team
Desirable Qualifications & Skills:
* Previous experience in hotel environment is desirable.
* Previous experience in high volume/banquet dining
* Commercial acumen
* Menu planning and costing
* Culinary qualification
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: From €16.00 per hour
Benefits:
* Bike to work scheme
* Employee discount
* Gym membership
* On-site parking
* Wellness program
Ability to commute/relocate:
* Miltown Malbay, CO. Clare V95 R883: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)
Experience:
* Chef: 1 year (preferred)
* HACCP: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: In person