Senior Chef de Partie/Junior Sous Chef - The Bishop's Buttery - Take your craft to Michelin Star level with us!

The Bishop’s Buttery is Cashel Palace’s Michelin-starred fine dining restaurant, where creativity, precision, and passion come together. Our kitchen team pushes boundaries while celebrating the best of Irish produce — offering chefs the opportunity to grow, innovate, and be part of an award-winning legacy.

The Bishop's Buttery, located in the 5 Star Cashel Palace Hotel, is seeking a talented and ambitious Senior Chef de Partie/Junior Sous Chef to join our esteemed culinary team. This is an exceptional opportunity for a passionate culinary professional to elevate their craft to Michelin Star level whilst contributing to our restaurant's commitment to excellence.

• Assist the Head Chef and Sous Chef in daily kitchen operations, ensuring the highest standards of food quality and presentation
• Oversee and manage a specific section of the kitchen, such as sauces, fish, or pastry
• Contribute to menu planning and development, incorporating seasonal and local ingredients
• Train and mentor junior kitchen staff, fostering a collaborative and innovative work environment
• Maintain strict adherence to food safety and hygiene standards
• Manage inventory and minimise waste whilst maintaining cost-effectiveness
• Collaborate with front-of-house staff to ensure seamless service and guest satisfaction
• Participate in menu tastings and food presentation refinement

• Culinary degree or equivalent qualification from a recognised institution
• Minimum 3-5 years of experience in fine dining or Michelin-starred restaurants
• Proven expertise in various kitchen stations, including sauces, pastry, fish, and meat
• Advanced knowledge of culinary techniques and current gastronomic trends
• Strong understanding of Irish cuisine and international culinary practices
• Proficiency in menu planning and development
• Excellent knowledge of food safety and hygiene standards, with relevant certification
• Demonstrated leadership skills and ability to work effectively in a team
• Strong time management and organisational skills
• Passion for using seasonal ingredients and local produce
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment
• Creativity and attention to detail in food preparation and presentation
• Fluency in English; additional languages are advantageous

Great employee benefits as part of the overall package. 

Statutory Sick pay
Employee discount
Bike to work scheme
Employee assistance program
Food allowance
Company events
Additional leave