Head Pastry Chef

At Killashee we believe in bringing together the most talented hospitality professionals to work together and provide wonderful guest experiences. We hire self-motivated people, train them to do their job superbly and create a working environment where they can flourish and develop their careers.

We now have a fantastic new opportunity for Head Pastry Chef to join our team and contribute to the future success of Killashee Hotel.

Objective of the Role

Reporting to the Executive Head Chef, Head Pastry Chef will be responsible for smooth running of pastry department in our hotel, and ensure that our guests experience the highest quality pastries. 

Main Duties:

• Preparing and presenting quality desserts, pastries and bakery items. 
• Responsible for the Pastry Section of the kitchen ensuring high-quality ingredients are used
• Menu creation and development
• Working knowledge of HACCP & Food Safety regulations.
• Engage with guest and act upon guest feedback 
• Ensuring SOPs are updated and all team members are fully trained
• Provide team training on our standards and customer service 
• Working alongside and supporting our Executive Head Chef
• Motivate and create engaging work environment within the department 
• To have excellent product knowledge and enjoy sharing it

Key Requirements:

• Creative and passionate about culinary arts
• Excellent communication skills 
• Self-motivated and have positive attitude
• Flexible with hours/ own transport
• Strong interpersonal, leadership, time management and organisational skills 
• Full working rights in Ireland.

Why work with us:

• We provide excellent learning and development opportunities 
• All our team members receive free leisure center membership 
• Discounted rates for FBD Hotels and Resorts 
• Employee Assistance Programme and Wellness initiatives
• Affinity discount with FBD insurance for home, car and travel
• Free parking on site 
• Meals provided on duty
• Employee referral incentive scheme
• Social team events 
• Excellent working environment focused on team appreciation
• Team Recognition programme 

At Killashee we thrive to succeed in all areas of the hotel by incorporating our company values, as a team we think about the guest in everything we do, we treat each other with respect, we work cohesively as one team, we are creative and think outside the box and finally we have a can do approach and take accountability.