INTRODUCTION Ballynahinch Castle Hotel, one of Ireland's finest luxury castle hotels situated in the most beautiful location in the heart of Connemara. A proud member of the prestigious Relais & Chateaux and recently voted Best Hotel Restaurant in Ireland 2021.
At Ballynahinch Castle, we are all about the people.
This opportunity will suit a skilled individual who shares our passion for great service, food and people.
We are looking for experienced candidates to join our team, we offer superb staff accommodation and we look forward to hearing from you.
The role of Full-Time Kitchen Porter at Ballynahinch Castle Hotel & Estate is to do all possible to develop and maintain the experience of the guest at Ballynahinch Castle Hotel while upholding the ethics and principals by which the hotel is run.
To assist the Kitchen team in ensuring all equipment is cleaned and ready for service as well as other duties the kitchen may require.
RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES Ensure basic cleaning jobs are carried out as quickly as possible.
Maintain kitchen hygiene standards by constantly monitoring service areas and taking action on areas that need attention.
Clean food preparation areas and equipment, in addition to crockery and cutlery.
Unload food and equipment deliveries.
Keep the storerooms organised, clean and tidy.
Keep work surfaces, walls and floors clean and sanitised.
Ensure that correct recycling and food waste procedures are followed as directed by the Head Chef and Maintenance Manager.
To occasionally be tasked to handle food in order to assist the cooks in preparing the ingredients needed.
To ensure that mise en place is ready in time for service and appropriate for forecasted business levels.
Ensure that all mise en place is up to date and that all work areas are clean and tidy at all times.
To occasionally undertake duties as directed by the Food & Beverage Management team.
To assist with food deliveries and ensure measures are undertaken for this to be done hygienically and safely.
To ensure that all measures are taken to keep food waste to a minimum making sure that the correct bins are used to separate waste.
Communicate and liaise with team members, kitchen and other areas of operation to ensure any tasks have been completed as agreed.
Keeping the kitchen environment safe and hygienic through regimental cleaning and good practice in line with HACCP. Report any Health & Safety incidents to management. To comply with company regulations regarding: a) Fire.
b) Health and Safety c) Hygiene e) Customer Care.
f) Security g) GDPR regulations OCCASIONAL DUTIES: To carry out any other tasks outside normal daily or weekly routine but within the overall scope of your position.
PACKAGE: Complimentary state of the art gym for employees.
Complimentary meals on duty.
Professional training and development opportunities both internally and externally.
Discounted hotel rates for friends and family, subject to availability and season.
Discounted rates for onsite activities and dining outlets.
Access to a worldwide rate of €100 within Relais & Chateaux properties.
Uniforms provided Staff Accommodation subject to availability