We are currently looking for a Breakfast Chef to join the Kitchen team led by our Executive Head Chef Liam Finnegan.
Key responsibilities of the Breakfast Chef will include:
• Responsibility for the day to day running and cooking of the breakfast service
• Assisting other sections when required
• Maintaining high health and safety standards
• Assisting with cost and stock control when required
• Keeping the freezer list up-to-date
• Checking deliveries
The ideal candidate for the Breakfast Chef position should:
• Have previous experience at Commis/Breakfast Chef level within a similar hotel environment
• Have good knowledge and practical chef skills
• Have fluency in both written and spoken English
• Have a passion for food and food production
• Possess excellent communication skills
• Have good organisational skills
• Have the ability to handle pressurised situations and busy periods
• Be flexible, innovative and adaptable
Some of the Benefits available to the team:
• Professional, award winning training and development opportunities to give you a career path
• Discounted accommodation rates with Red Carnation Hotel Collection & The Travel Corporation globally
• Annual Staff Appreciation Party and other Employee Recognition Events
• Discounted rates with many local businesses and third party service providers (including Estate Activities)
• Heavily subsidised accommodation (subject to availability)
• Free meals on duty
• Complimentary dry cleaning of business attire
In choosing to join Ashford Castle, you become part of a significant piece of history, both of Ireland and the Red Carnation Hotel Collection. Through the grand stone gates, a royal adventure begins. This remarkable 800-year-old castle, widely recognised as Ireland’s top hotel destination and once home to the Guinness family, is exceptional in every sense. Discover exquisite interiors, delicious cuisine, a wealth of unique activities and a state-of-the-art spa. The extraordinary characters of the castle passionately care about each and every guest experience. Ashford Castle, voted No. 1 in Top 10 Resort Hotels in the UK and Ireland in Travel + Leisure 'World's Best' Awards 2020 and awarded Five Stars by Forbes Travel Guide 2021.
We are an equal opportunities employer. The successful candidate must also be legally eligible to work in Ireland.