Chef De Rang - Experienced Waiter in Ballyfin
- Salary
- Not stated
- Contract
- Full time
- Sector
- Public
- Closes
- 22 Sept 2026
About the Role
Ballyfin is a 5-star luxury country house hotel in the heart of Ireland at the foot of the Slieve Bloom Mountains. In 2024, we are one of only two Irish properties to be awarded 3 Michelin Keys by the Michelin Guide.
The Ballyfin Estate spans 614 acres and is full of history, tranquility and great natural beauty. With only 20 Bedrooms, and a private one bedroom Gardeners Cottage, the house has long been admired as the most lavish Regency mansion in Ireland. Having opened in May 2011 after 8 years of restoration, we offer the very best of Irish hospitality in the most beautiful surroundings imaginable.
Our 5 star luxury property offers the perfect place for a break from the modern world and offers discretion and privacy like few other destinations.
Ballyfin Demesne proudly holds 3 Michelin Keys for our fabulous property located at the foot of the Slieve Bloom Mountains in Co. Laois. We are also the proud recipient of a Michelin star for our fine dining restaurant headed by our talented chef, Richard Picard Edwards.
Our Guest Experience is of the utmost importance at Ballyfin and as such exceptional Customer Service is a must.
This is a full-time, permanent position, 5 days over 7 days, Monday to Sunday. The position is for our dinner service so the shift will be approximately 3pm to closing.
Details
Location: Ballyfin, County Laois, Ireland
Contract type: Full-time, Permanent
Closing date: 22 Sept 2026, 22:59
Requirements
At least one year previous experience working in a fine-dining or Michelin star restuarant
Mature and charismatic individual
Impeccable attention to detail
Excellent communicator and team player
Exert a friendly and approachable manner
Have a genuine passion for food, beverage and hospitality
Duties
- Welcome guests to the restaurant and show them to their table
- Explain the menu, order of service and answer any questions that the guest may have
- Take orders of food and beverage ensuring no errors are made and all dietary requirements have been confirmed
- Liaise with the kitchen team and chefs as required
- Assist and train colleagues as and when required
- Communicate the details of each dish to the guest and answer any questions
- Serve and clear plates and crockery as required
- Work with the F&B team and Kitchen to ensure clear communication to enhance the guest experience
- Develop a strong knowledge on all that Ballyfin has to offer including history, food, beverage, activities etc
How to Apply
If you think that you tick all of these boxes, then we want to hear from you!
Frequently asked
- What are the key duties of the Chef De Rang - Experienced Waiter role?
- The key duties include welcoming guests, explaining the menu, taking orders, liaising with the kitchen team, assisting colleagues, communicating dish details, serving and clearing plates, and developing knowledge about Ballyfin.
- What experience is required for the Chef De Rang - Experienced Waiter role?
- At least one year of previous experience working in a fine-dining or Michelin star restaurant is required.
- What are the working hours for this role?
- The position is for dinner service, so the shift will be approximately 3pm to closing, 5 days over 7 days, Monday to Sunday.
- Where is the Chef De Rang - Experienced Waiter role located?
- The role is located at Ballyfin, County Laois, Ireland.
- What is the contract type for the Chef De Rang - Experienced Waiter role?
- The contract type is full-time, permanent.