Sous Chef

 Newtown Park Hotel Wexford, Neville Park Hotel Group

When you join Newtown Park Hotel, you’re not just starting a job, you’re embarking on a career where your contributions truly matter. We pride ourselves on delivering excellence at every level. From our front desk to our kitchens, from housekeeping to management, we strive to exceed expectations for our guests and one another.

Purpose of the Role

As Sous Chef, you play a key leadership role in supporting the Head Chef in the smooth, efficient, and inspired running of the kitchen and all related areas — including the staff canteen and delivery bay. You lead with Care, looking after your team and guests alike. You bring Energy & Drive to maintaining the highest culinary standards, always using approved ingredients in a cost-effective manner. You Do the Right Thing by upholding the highest standards in hygiene, health & safety, and food preparation — ensuring full compliance with HACCP regulations. And above all, you lead with a mindset of Always Getting Better, constantly improving systems, menus, and team development.

Our Values at the heart of your role

What Guides Us Each Day and at the core of everything we do is:

Care – We look after our guests and one another with kindness and respect.
Always Getting Better – We learn, grow, and challenge ourselves to improve.
Doing the Right Thing – We act with honesty and integrity, even when no one is watching.

Energy & Drive – We bring positivity and purpose to every shift.

Key Responsibilities

People & Leadership – Leading with Care and Integrity

• Ensure all kitchen and stewarding team members arrive in full uniform, with a focus on presentation and pride.


• Supervise and support all back-of-house team members, ensuring respectful and positive work culture.


• Be a role model for high standards of personal hygiene and professionalism at all times.


• Promote a safe, inclusive, and collaborative kitchen environment where everyone is respected and supported.

Operational Excellence – Driving Standards with Energy

• Assist the Head Chef in managing kitchen operations efficiently, ensuring food is produced to the highest standard and served promptly.


• Ensure all deliveries are checked for quality, with discrepancies recorded responsibly.


• Maintain HACCP compliance and enforce rigorous hygiene, health, and safety protocols throughout all food production and storage areas.


• Actively monitor food GP% and help implement cost-effective stock management practices.


• Oversee the preparation, presentation, and quality of all dishes – ensuring they meet or exceed company standards.

Team Development – Always Getting Better

• Support the Head Chef in onboarding, training, and mentoring all new and existing kitchen staff.


• Ensure that every team member receives consistent standards training (including daily 15-Minute Training).


• Promote a continuous improvement mindset in all kitchen operations, encouraging innovation and feedback from the team.


• Assist in preparing rosters, ensuring staffing levels are appropriate and aligned with business needs and budget targets.

Collaboration & Communication – Doing the Right Thing, Always

• Communicate clearly with other departments, including Human Resources and Maintenance, ensuring operational issues are addressed promptly and respectfully.


• Lead by example in complaint handling — ensuring all guest or team concerns are managed with empathy and professionalism.


• Ensure all hotel policies and procedures are adhered to, including sign-in/out, breaks, and disciplinary protocols.


• Support a fair and structured work environment where all team members feel heard and valued.

Financial Awareness & Accountability

• Assist in the preparation and control of departmental budgets to maximize efficiency and profitability.


• Ensure timesheets and wage-related reports are submitted accurately and on time.


• Monitor waste, stock rotation, and ensure all ingredients are used efficiently.

Flexibility & Teamwork

• Embrace cross-functional teamwork, supporting other departments as required to ensure the smooth operation of the hotel.


• Stay agile and positive in adapting to the day-to-day needs of the business, even when challenges arise.

We’re proud of the positive energy, dedication, and integrity our team brings every shift. If you live our values and are ready to be part of a caring and driven team, this role is for you.