Sous chef

The AA Rosette Old Lodge Gastro Pub at The Shannon Springs Hotel have an amazing opportunity for an ambitious Sous Chef to join and help lead our talented team of chefs  MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES             Supporting the Head Chef in the smooth running of the Kitchen         Ensure that a good working relationship is maintained between all kitchen staff and dining room staff         To be responsible for the smooth running of the entire kitchen operation in the absence of the Head Chef.          To prepare, provide and present food to the prescribed and agreed standards through the effective and efficient utilisation of available resources.          To be involved in the preparation and compiling of menus for daily business and upcoming functions which will involve the contribution of new ideas and suggestions.          To be familiar with the Hotel's forthcoming business and to be prepared for such.          To have a good knowledge and understanding of the HACCP system and ensure that stipulations regarding the HACCP are implemented in the kitchen.          To ensure that kitchen staff strictly conform to HACCP regulations.          To ensure that all cleaning schedules are adhered to, and that temperature checklists are completed.          To deal effectively with guest complaints          Together with the Head Chef to ensure that the agreed food percentages are achieved, via strict purchasing control, portion control, and monitoring food production and wastage.          To assist the Head Chef in purchasing all food items via Procure Wizard         To attend Head of Department meetings in the absence of the Head Chef.  Assist when necessary in stock takes.          To be familiar with Hotel policies and procedures regarding Health & Safety and Fire Regulations.          Training and supervision of new staff         Participation in the formulation of all new menus         Ensure all deliveries are stored away correctly as soon as possible after delivery         Ensure all deliveries are crossed checked with purchase orders and weighted correctly