Junior Sous Chef
Adare Manor
At Adare Manor, our vision is 'Beyond Everything' - a commitment to creating magical, unforgettable experiences for our guests and team alike. As a globally celebrated luxury resort, we are proud to have been awarded the prestigious Forbes Five-Star rating and honoured with Michelin's highest distinction - 3 Keys. From our Michelin-starred dining to world-class golf, including hosting the 2027 Ryder Cup, Adare Manor is a place where excellence thrives. If you share our passion for pushing boundaries and delivering extraordinary experiences, we would love to welcome you to our award-winning team. As we continue to grow and evolve, we're looking for a Junior Sous Chef to join our team in the oak room on a permanent contract. The Oak Room at Adare Manor is seeking a talented and motivated Junior Sous Chef to join the senior kitchen team of its Michelin-starred restaurant. This role presents an exceptional opportunity for an ambitious chef to develop their career within one of Ireland's most prestigious culinary environments. Set in the heart of Adare Manor, The Oak Room delivers a polished yet relaxed fine dining experience defined by seasonality, restraint, and respect for Irish produce. The kitchen works closely with a trusted network of growers, farmers, fishermen, and artisan producers from all four corners of the island, allowing ingredients to guide every dish. The Role Role As Junior Sous Chef, you will support the Sous Chef and Head Chef in the daily running of the kitchen, playing a key role in maintaining the standards expected of a Michelin-starred restaurant. You will: Support the execution of elegant, seasonal tasting menus using exceptional Irish ingredientsTake responsibility for specific sections within the kitchen, ensuring consistency, precision, and qualityLead and support commis and demi chefs during service, setting standards by exampleAssist with preparation, service, and organisation to ensure smooth kitchen operationsContribute ideas and creativity to menu development and seasonal changesUphold the highest standards of food safety, cleanliness, and attention to detail This is a hands-on role suited to a chef who is eager to learn, grow, and take on increasing responsibility in a high-performance environment. About You We are looking for a Junior Sous Chef with a strong foundation in fine dining and a genuine passion for ingredient-led cooking. You will ideally bring: Experience as a Junior Sous Chef or strong Chef de Partie in a fine-dining or Michelin-standard kitchenA solid understanding of classical techniques and modern European or Irish cuisineA positive attitude, strong work ethic, and desire to continuously improveThe ability to work calmly and efficiently in a demanding service environmentAmbition to progress toward senior sous and head chef roles in the future Why Join Adare Manor? At Adare Manor, We Believe In Exceptional Experiences - Not Just For Our Guests, But For Our Team Too. We Offer Competitive salary and benefits packagePerks and experiences that are uniquely tailored to our team, reflecting the extraordinary setting and spirit of Adare ManorA supportive, collaborative, and dynamic team environmentOpportunities for learning, growth, and career developmentAccess to well-being initiatives, events, and team recognition programsThe chance to be part of one of the most iconic hospitality teams in the worldLearn from an established culinary leadership team in a world-renowned setting Cook with exceptional produce sourced from all four corners of Ireland Be part of a kitchen that values restraint, technique, and respect for ingredients Gain invaluable experience in a role that actively prepares you for future Head Chef opportunities If you're ready to make a meaningful impact and help us shape the future of our Oak room team at Adare Manor, we'd love to hear from you. Adare Manor is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive team and welcome applications from all backgrounds.
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About this role
At Adare Manor, our vision is 'Beyond Everything' - a commitment to creating magical, unforgettable experiences for our guests and team alike. As a globally celebrated luxury resort, we are proud to have been awarded the prestigious Forbes Five-Star rating and honoured with Michelin's highest distinction - 3 Keys. From our Michelin-starred dining to world-class golf, including hosting the 2027 Ryder Cup, Adare Manor is a place where excellence thrives. If you share our passion for pushing boundaries and delivering extraordinary experiences, we would love to welcome you to our award-winning team.
As we continue to grow and evolve, we're looking for a Junior Sous Chef to join our team in the oak room on a permanent contract.
The Oak Room at Adare Manor is seeking a talented and motivated Junior Sous Chef to join the senior kitchen team of its Michelin-starred restaurant. This role presents an exceptional opportunity for an ambitious chef to develop their career within one of Ireland's most prestigious culinary environments.
Set in the heart of Adare Manor, The Oak Room delivers a polished yet relaxed fine dining experience defined by seasonality, restraint, and respect for Irish produce. The kitchen works closely with a trusted network of growers, farmers, fishermen, and artisan producers from all four corners of the island, allowing ingredients to guide every dish.
The Role
Role
As Junior Sous Chef, you will support the Sous Chef and Head Chef in the daily running of the kitchen, playing a key role in maintaining the standards expected of a Michelin-starred restaurant. You will:
Support the execution of elegant, seasonal tasting menus using exceptional Irish ingredientsTake responsibility for specific sections within the kitchen, ensuring consistency, precision, and qualityLead and support commis and demi chefs during service, setting standards by exampleAssist with preparation, service, and organisation to ensure smooth kitchen operationsContribute ideas and creativity to menu development and seasonal changesUphold the highest standards of food safety, cleanliness, and attention to detail
This is a hands-on role suited to a chef who is eager to learn, grow, and take on increasing responsibility in a high-performance environment.
About You
We are looking for a Junior Sous Chef with a strong foundation in fine dining and a genuine passion for ingredient-led cooking. You will ideally bring:
Experience as a Junior Sous Chef or strong Chef de Partie in a fine-dining or Michelin-standard kitchenA solid understanding of classical techniques and modern European or Irish cuisineA positive attitude, strong work ethic, and desire to continuously improveThe ability to work calmly and efficiently in a demanding service environmentAmbition to progress toward senior sous and head chef roles in the future
Why Join Adare Manor?
At Adare Manor, We Believe In Exceptional Experiences - Not Just For Our Guests, But For Our Team Too. We Offer
Competitive salary and benefits packagePerks and experiences that are uniquely tailored to our team, reflecting the extraordinary setting and spirit of Adare ManorA supportive, collaborative, and dynamic team environmentOpportunities for learning, growth, and career developmentAccess to well-being initiatives, events, and team recognition programsThe chance to be part of one of the most iconic hospitality teams in the worldLearn from an established culinary leadership team in a world-renowned setting Cook with exceptional produce sourced from all four corners of Ireland Be part of a kitchen that values restraint, technique, and respect for ingredients Gain invaluable experience in a role that actively prepares you for future Head Chef opportunities
If you're ready to make a meaningful impact and help us shape the future of our Oak room team at Adare Manor, we'd love to hear from you.
Adare Manor is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive team and welcome applications from all backgrounds.
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