Sous Chef – Michelin-Starred Restaurant

Location: County Tipperary | Salary: Competitive DOE

An opportunity has arisen for an experienced Sous Chef to join the brigade of an acclaimed fine-dining restaurant within a luxury hospitality setting.

Working alongside the Head Chef, you’ll play a central role in maintaining the restaurant’s standards, overseeing service and helping drive the continued development of the kitchen.

This is a position for someone with a strong technical background, a genuine appreciation for fine dining and the leadership ability to bring the best out of a team.

The Position

The successful candidate will be closely involved in the day-to-day running of the restaurant kitchen, with responsibilities including:

• Supporting the Head Chef with the overall management of the brigade.
• Overseeing food preparation and service to Michelin-starred standards.
• Maintaining exceptional consistency in quality, flavour and presentation.
• Assisting with menu development and seasonal changes.
• Leading, mentoring and developing junior chefs.
• Ensuring the kitchen operates efficiently and professionally.
• Managing stock, ordering and food costs.
• Maintaining excellent kitchen discipline and HACCP standards.

What We’re Looking For

• Previous Sous Chef experience within fine dining or an equivalent high-end kitchen.
• Experience working in a Michelin-recognised environment is highly desirable.
• Strong classical foundations and contemporary cooking techniques.
• Excellent attention to detail and consistency.
• Confident leadership and team management skills.
• A calm, organised approach during demanding services.
• Genuine ambition to continue developing within high-level gastronomy.

Salary: Competitive, depending on experience.

This is an excellent opportunity for a chef who wants to continue working at the highest level, within an established fine-dining operation and alongside a highly skilled kitchen brigade.

All enquiries will be handled confidentially.