Sous Chef - Banqueting - Cashel Palace Hotel

Company Description

Nestled beside the iconic Rock of Cashel, Cashel Palace Hotel is one of Ireland's most celebrated luxury destinations. Combining world-class hospitality, refined elegance, and exceptional culinary experiences, we welcome guests from around the world to experience the finest in Irish luxury. Our success is driven by talented people who share our commitment to excellence, authenticity, and warm Irish hospitality.

Job Description

Deliver Exceptional Culinary Experiences at One of Ireland's Leading Luxury Hotels

Cashel Palace Hotel is seeking an ambitious, talented, and passionate Sous Chef – Banqueting to join our culinary leadership team.

This is an exciting opportunity for a skilled chef who enjoys the pace, precision, and creativity of luxury event catering and is ready to take the next step in their career within one of Ireland's finest hospitality destinations.

Working closely with the Head Chef – Banqueting and Executive Sous Chef, you will play a key role in delivering exceptional food experiences for weddings, private dining events, conferences, celebrations, and corporate functions while helping to lead and develop a high-performing kitchen team.

The Role

As Sous Chef – Banqueting, you will support the planning, preparation, and delivery of all banqueting and event food operations across the hotel. You will help ensure that every event reflects the impeccable standards, attention to detail, and culinary excellence for which Cashel Palace Hotel is renowned.

You will be a hands-on leader, maintaining the highest food quality standards while motivating and supporting the kitchen brigade to deliver memorable guest experiences.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in overseeing the day-to-day operation of the banqueting kitchen.
• Support the delivery of weddings, conferences, private dining events, and special occasions.
• Prepare and present dishes to the highest five-star standards.
• Work closely with the Head Chef – Banqueting on menu planning, preparation schedules, and service execution.
• Supervise and support Chef de Parties, Demi Chef de Parties, and Commis Chefs.
• Ensure consistent food quality, presentation, and portion control.
• Maintain high standards of food safety, hygiene, and HACCP compliance.
• Assist with stock control, ordering, and kitchen inventory management.
• Help manage labour resources efficiently during busy event periods.
• Support training, coaching, and development of junior kitchen team members.
• Contribute ideas for menu innovation and continuous improvement.
• Ensure a safe, organised, and professional working environment at all times.

About You

You are a motivated culinary professional with strong technical ability, excellent organisational skills, and a genuine passion for hospitality.

You thrive in a fast-paced environment, remain calm under pressure, and take pride in consistently delivering high-quality food experiences.

Why Join Cashel Palace Hotel?

• Be part of one of Ireland's most prestigious luxury hospitality destinations.
• Work alongside an experienced and passionate culinary leadership team.
• Deliver exceptional experiences for luxury weddings and events.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Excellent training, learning, and career development opportunities.
• Staff recognition programmes and employee wellbeing initiatives.
• Uniforms provided and meals on duty.
• Opportunities for progression within a growing luxury hospitality environment.

Career Progression & Succession Opportunities

At Cashel Palace Hotel, we are committed to developing future culinary leaders.

This role offers a pathway for ambitious chefs looking to advance their careers within luxury hospitality.

The successful candidate will gain valuable leadership experience through:

• Mentoring junior chefs and apprentices.
• Leading kitchen operations during service periods.
• Supporting recruitment and onboarding activities.
• Developing operational, financial, and people management skills.
• Contributing to departmental succession planning and talent development initiatives.

Qualifications

Essential Qualifications & Experience

• Professional Cookery Qualification (Level 6 or equivalent).
• Minimum 3 years' experience in a senior kitchen role within a quality hotel, restaurant, or hospitality operation.
• Experience catering for weddings, conferences, banquets, or large-scale events.
• HACCP and Food Safety certification.
• Strong understanding of food preparation, presentation, and kitchen procedures.
• Experience supervising and guiding junior team members.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Eligibility to work in Ireland.

Desirable

• Previous experience within a luxury or five-star hotel environment.
• Experience in high-volume banqueting operations.
• Knowledge of food costing and stock management.
• Leadership or supervisory training.
• A passion for mentoring and developing emerging culinary talent.

Additional Information

Great employee benefits as part of the overall package. 

Employee discount
Bike to work scheme
Employee assistance program
Food allowance
Company events
Additional leave