Sous Chef
Benefit from Dalata Academy programmes, courses and learning tools that equip you with essential skills and knowledge while also providing exposure to senior team members who can mentor you along the way.
We are committed to promoting from within, so your dedication can lead to exciting internal opportunities. If you are ready to enhance your career and make an impact in a supportive environment, join us at Dalata Hotel Group!
Benefits
* Free employee meals on duty
* 50% Off F&B in all properties
* €/£60 employee rate on rooms for all Dalata owned hotels
* 30% off the Friends & Family rate
* Extra AL day for every year worked (5 extra days to a maximum of 5 days)
* Employee Assistance Programme.
* Cycle to Work Scheme/Transport Schemes
* Pension access (Ask your HR Manager for local pension information)
* Development Opportunities through our Dalata Academy- support your career journey
* Staff Appreciation Initiatives, Fun Team Building Activities and regular charity events
Your Job
* Support the overall kitchen operations of the hotel, ensuring smooth day-to-day running of all food service areas.
* Lead by example in delivering high-quality, consistent food standards across all services.
* Support and deputise for the Head Chef, taking full responsibility for the kitchen in their absence.
* Supervise, motivate and develop the kitchen team, ensuring standards, productivity, and morale are maintained.
* Oversee stock control, ordering, and supplier management to ensure efficiency and minimise waste.
* Assist in planning rotas in line with business levels, ensuring effective staffing and cost control.
* Ensure all food safety, HACCP, and health & safety standards are fully adhered to at all times.
* Play a key role in delivering successful meetings, events, and busy service periods.
* Support menu development and contribute ideas to continuously improve the food offering.
What You’ll Need:
* Previous experience in a Sous Chef or strong Senior Chef role within a hotel or high-volume environment.
* Proven ability to lead and run a kitchen, including managing service independently.
* Strong organisational skills, including experience with stock control, ordering, and rota planning.
* A hands‑on leadership style with the ability to motivate and develop a team.
* Excellent knowledge of food safety, HACCP, and kitchen compliance standards.
* A passion for quality, consistency, and delivering a great guest experience.
* Ability to work under pressure and make decisions in a fast-paced environment.
* Relevant culinary qualification is desirable but not essential.
Dalata Hotel Group Plc is an Inclusive Employer. We actively encourage people from all backgrounds and abilities to apply to be part of our team. However, we understand everyone's needs are different; therefore, if you require any accommodations with this application process, please highlight your needs when you are completing your application process.
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