Senior Chef de Partie

Senior Chef de Partie (Progression to Junior Sous / Sous)

An exciting opportunity has become available for a talented Senior Chef de Partie who is ambitious and ready to progress into a Junior Sous or Sous Chef position within 6–12 months.

This role is ideal for a motivated chef looking to develop their career within a highly regarded luxury hospitality environment, working as part of a small, focused kitchen team producing refined, modern fine dining cuisine.

Salary

• Starting from €35,000 per annum

• Guaranteed tips paid monthly

• Clear progression to Junior Sous / Sous Chef within 6–12 months

Benefits

• Subsidised accommodation available (ideally suited to candidates with a car)

• Accommodation includes:

  • Wi-Fi

  • Electricity and heating

  • Two meals per day during the season

  • Barista coffee, tea and mineral water

• 20 days annual leave plus 10 public holidays
  (property closed during December and January)

• 50% staff discount at selected luxury hotel collections

• Equal share of credit card tips, paid monthly

• Team excursions and staff experiences

The Property

The position is based within a boutique, family-owned luxury hotel with 20+ bedrooms, located in one of Ireland’s most scenic regions.

The property features a highly acclaimed fine dining restaurant offering an intimate service with approximately 40 covers, alongside a bar serving light lunches, afternoon tea (Thursday–Sunday) and breakfast for hotel guests.

Achievements

Over the past 12 months the property has received significant national and international recognition, including:

• Awarded and retained a Michelin Key (2025)

• Best Hotel & Guesthouse Restaurant – Irish Restaurant Awards

• “Most Memorable Experience” – Georgina Campbell Guide

• Ranked among the Top 100 Places to Stay in Ireland

• Best Restaurant in Munster – Highly Commended, Food & Wine Awards

• Listed in Ireland’s Top 100 Restaurants – McKenna’s Guide

• Featured in Top 100 Great Places to Eat – Irish Times

• Included in Best Hotels in Ireland – Condé Nast Traveller

• Hot 100 Best Hotels – Irish Independent

• 101 Great Irish Restaurants – Sunday Business Post

• Michelin Guide Recommended Restaurant, with ambition to achieve a star

The Role

The successful candidate will:

• Work closely with the Head Chef and senior kitchen team

• Take responsibility for running a section to a high standard

• Contribute to a seasonal, ingredient-driven menu

• Support the development of junior team members

• Progress into a leadership role within the kitchen

Ideal Candidate

• Strong experience as a Chef de Partie or Senior Chef de Partie

• Background in quality-driven kitchens or fine dining

• Passion for seasonal produce and modern cooking techniques

• Ambition to develop into a Sous Chef role

• Strong organisation, teamwork and attention to detail

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If you are a chef looking to develop your career in an award-winning luxury environment with clear progression, we would love to hear from you.