Profile

Cloughjordan House is a busy, award-winning wedding and events venue, hosting up to 180 guests per event and renowned for our food-led, seasonal approach. We are currently seeking a passionate and motivated Seasonal Commis Chefs to join our kitchen team.

The Role

Working closely with our Head Chef, Sous Chefs and wider kitchen team, you will play a key role in the preparation and delivery of high-quality food across weddings, breakfasts, group dining and wood-fired BBQ events.

Key Responsibilities

Work as part of a collaborative kitchen team in a fast-paced wedding and events environment

Assist in the preparation, cooking and service of food for weddings (up to 180 guests), breakfast service, group meals and wood-fired BBQs

Support daily mise en place and service across multiple sections as required

Ensure all food is prepared and presented to a consistently high standard, in line with Cloughjordan House’s food ethos

Regularly taste and review finished dishes to ensure quality, seasoning and presentation standards are met

Monitor kitchen equipment and report any faults or maintenance issues to senior kitchen management

Ensure all statutory hygiene, food safety and HACCP requirements are strictly adhered to at all times

Assist with the correct receiving, storage and rotation of food deliveries, checking dates, quantities and quality of products

Support kitchen stock control, stock taking and inventory rotation, ensuring stores are secure, organised and correctly labelled

Operate within lean kitchen management principles, minimising waste and maximising efficiency

Continually develop culinary knowledge, skills and techniques through hands-on experience and guidance from senior chefs

Garden & Sustainability Focus

Work closely with our gardener and kitchen team to utilise produce from our on-site walled garden

Gain exposure to organic, seasonal growing and understand how garden produce is incorporated into menus

Candidate Profile

A genuine passion for food, hospitality and learning within a professional kitchen environment

Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends and peak wedding periods

Strong attention to detail and pride in producing high-quality food

A positive, can-do attitude and the ability to work calmly under pressure

Awareness of and alignment with Cloughjordan House’s brand values, sustainability focus and guest-first philosophy

Enthusiastic about contributing ideas and adding value to the overall food offering

What We Offer

The opportunity to work in a highly regarded wedding and events venue

Hands-on experience across large-scale events, wood-fire cooking and seasonal menus

Access to high-quality, organic produce grown on site

A supportive kitchen environment focused on learning, collaboration and professional development