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Nestling at the foot of the Mountains of Mourne, the magnificent Slieve Donard Resort and Spa stands in six acres of immaculate private grounds. A golden strand of beach borders one side while the mighty Royal County Down golf course frames the other. This lovingly maintained Victorian hotel is home to one of Europe’s finest resort Spas and is perfect for a short break, residential conference or grand event. Be part of a team creating guest experiences like none other!
The Opportunity
This once in a life time opportunity to work with the senior management team to proactively develop and maintain a guest focused culture, providing best in class service and the delivery of top quality food.
Reporting to the Executive Head Chef this challenging yet exciting position provides a unique opportunity for a highly motivated and confident individual who can make a valuable contribution to company profits and reputation.
As our Head Chef, your responsibilities will include:
- Creating menus aligned with the restaurant's ethos.
- Delivering high quality dishes using seasonal ingredients.
- Running the restaurant pass.
- Mentoring and developing junior chefs to our high standard.
- Monitoring stock, ordering and payroll within set budgets.
Essential Criteria:
The successful candidate will;
- Be a dynamic, innovative, and passionate modern day commercially focused leader.
- A standards driven self-starter and completer, who inspires the team to deliver an exceptional guest experience.
- Have strong commercial acumen; with previous experience of managing budgets, revenue forecasts, cost control and profit delivery.
- Have a minimum of 2 year’s relevant experience as Head/Sous Chef within a similar sized hotel environment.
- Have the ability to demonstrate strong people management and leadership capabilities.
The Perks
- Enrolment in pension from Day 1 for all eligible team members
- Meal on each shift in a dedicated team member area
- Access to everyday discounts from high street retailers
- Car Parking
- Discounted hotel room rates for you and your family across the portfolio (TC’s apply)
- Refer a Friend Scheme – just by putting a good word in for a friend you could earn some extra cash
- Incentive schemes
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Team Celebration Awards
- Access to participating in healthcare plans and insurance plans – just in case
- Life Assurance
Equal Opportunities
We are committed to recruitment practices that do not discriminate against any job applicant because of age, disability, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marriage and civil partnership and pregnancy and maternity. We value diverse cultures, ideas, and people as part of our core DNA.
Right to Work
In line with the Asylum and Immigration Act 1996, we do require all applicants to have the eligibility to live and work in the United Kingdom. Documentation will be required at interview stage.
About us
Marine Lawn Hotels Resorts is a collection of bespoke hotels in the world’s most distinguished golfing destinations. Nestled along some of the most coveted courses across the globe, each of our properties offer unforgettable travel experiences inspired in the history and legacy of the once-in-a-lifetime destinations they call home. Here, we invite locals, neighbours, and international guests alike to embrace the beauty of where land meets sea as they embark upon a journey rooted in service, storytelling, and adventure. For more information visit www.marineandlawn.com.
Nestling at the foot of the Mountains of Mourne, the magnificent Slieve Donard Resort and Spa stands in six acres of immaculate private grounds. A golden strand of beach borders one side while the mighty Royal County Down golf course frames the other. This lovingly maintained Victorian hotel is home to one of Europe’s finest resort Spas and is perfect for a short break, residential conference or grand event.
