Sous Chef – Daytime Hours.

Excel Recruitment are seeking an experienced Sous Chef in Kildare for a busy, high-volume contract catering operation. The successful candidate will join an established team, work with quality food and develop leadership experience in a busy contract catering kitchen.

This is an ideal opportunity for a Sous Chef or Senior Chef de Partie looking for daytime hours, work-life balance and genuine career progression in a professional and well-structured kitchen.

Benefits of the Sous Chef role

• Competitive salary.
• Daytime hours for a balanced work schedule
• On-site parking
• Opportunities for progression within the company and access to training and development programs to further your culinary career.
• On-site meals.

Responsibilities of the Sous Chef

• Support the Head Chef in the day-to-day running of the kitchen
• Lead and guide the team during service, ensuring smooth operations
• Maintain high standards of food quality, consistency, and presentation
• Assist with menu development and contribute creative ideas
• Take responsibility for ordering, stock rotation, and cost control when required
• Uphold HACCP, food safety, and hygiene procedures at all times
• Work closely with the Head Chef and management team to deliver excellent catering service
• Train, mentor, and lead a team of culinary professionals to deliver excellence in every dish.

Requirements of the Sous Chef

• Previous experience as a Sous Chef or Senior Chef de Partie in a high-volume kitchen
• Valid work permit and supporting documentation
• Ability to support the Head Chef in running a busy operation
• Strong communication, organisational, and people skills
• Passion for food and service, with the ability to lead by example
• High attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Creative flair and passion for culinary innovation, keeping up to date with current culinary trends.

If you’re an experienced Sous Chef in Kildare or a strong Senior Chef de Partie ready for your next step, this could be an excellent opportunity to combine career progression with a better work-life balance.

Apply today through the link with your CV or for a confidential discussion contact Kevin 087 381 3866

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