Ballyfin is a 5 Star luxury country house hotel in the heart of Ireland at the foot of the Slieve Bloom Mountains.

The Estate spans 614 acres and is full of history, tranquility and great natural beauty. With only 20 Bedrooms, and a private one bedroom Gardeners Cottage, the house has long been admired as the most lavish Regency mansion in Ireland. Having opened in May 2011 after 8 years of restoration, we offer the very best of Irish hospitality in the most beautiful surroundings imaginable.

Our 5 star luxury property offers the perfect place for a break from the modern world and offers discretion and privacy like few other destinations.

This is an exciting opportunity to join an award-winning restaurant and work alongside an award winning Chef. 

This position will be responsibile in assisting the Head Chef and Sous Chef in all Food Production areas of the hotel, working with the kitchen team to ensure that menus and food are presented to the highest possible standards.

The duties also include:

• To prepare, cook and present food to a consistently high standard for all food service areas of the hotel.
• Preparing meat and fish
• Ensure that all food is stored hygienically and in accordance with the kitchen departmental procedures in place, particularly cold rooms and fridges.
• To operate machines and cooking equipment in a safe and responsible manner
• Assisting the Head Chef and Sous Chef in creating menu items, recipes and developing dishes
• Assist with the training and mentoring of Commis Chefs
• Monitor waste and portion control
• Ability to be flexible in relation to working stations and have a good team work ethic

Skills / Attributes Required

• Previous experience in a similar role
• Passion and knowledge of Food
• Fluent English
• Excellent Communication Skills
• Ability to adapt / Quick Learner
• Ability to work as part of a team

As we are a small rural property with only 21 bedrooms, unfortunately there is no staff / on-site accommodation available. 

Employee Benefits (Include but not limited to:)

• Competitive Salary 
• Gratuity and bonus policy
• Access to Relais & Chateaux discounts and benefits
• Discounted Private Health insurance
• Bike to Work Scheme
• Discounted products
• Family & Friends rates
• Uniform provided