Commis Chef/Chef de Partie

The Hodson Bay Hotel is currently recruiting for a Chef de Partie/Commis Chef to join our dynamic team. The successful individual will be responsible for the preparation and production of food for the Bar, Restaurant or Cafe. The Hodson Bay Hotel is a destination of choice for both the corporate and leisure guest. It has a number of food outlets including the very popular Waterfront Cafe, the elegant fine dining L'escale Restaurant and the Waterfront Bar - a lively and busy food and beverage outlet. The Hodson Bay Hotel has a full calendar of Conference & Banqueting events and Weddings throughout the year. Applications are invited from those with previous experience at Chef De Partie level. You will be given the opportunity to work in a fast-paced dynamic kitchen where you will gain experience in Banquets, Cafe/Carvery, Bar & Grill. Responsibilities: Contribute to the production of food items according to menu specifications Be aware of and prepared for the business in house every day Be familiar with the menu and with any "specials" of the day. Ensure all dishes are prepared to agreed standards Ensure all dishes leaving the kitchen are prepared and presented to agreed standards. Avoid unnecessary wastage and follow portion planning and control and to act in a cost effective, responsible manner. Ensure excellent food hygiene practice is observed in the entire food chain from storage through to preparation and service. Follow and adhere to HACCP compliance within the kitchen and all Food & Beverage outlets. Ensure the kitchen equipment is in working order; report any maintenance issues to your supervisor. Support team members to ensure the kitchen always exceeds guest expectations by consistently producing quality food. The successful candidates will meet the following criteria:  Working knowledge of Food Hygiene/HACCP Willingness to work within a team environment whilst using your initiative Fluency in both written and spoken English. Qualified or part-qualified as a chef.   Requirements:  Experience in a busy kitchen on the Grill or on bar food Good ability to handle pressurized situations and busy periods Flexible, innovative and adaptable Have a passion for food and food production Benefits  You will receive training in all aspects of the kitchen operation. Chef encourages participation from the team so you can put your favourite dish forward and it could become a menu option. You will receive education support and training as part of your development plan. Use of the Fitness centre & Pool Meals when on Duty Staff discounts in The Spa Hotel Discounts within Hodson Bay Group Motivational Benefits - Employee of the Month etc Thriving Sports & Social Club A proud member of the Irish Hotel Federation Quality Employers Program, the Hodson Bay Hotel provides many development opportunities for motivated and efficient people in all departments. We aim to foster a positive team spirit and enjoyable working environment through mutual respect and trust.