Job Title: Chef & Kitchen Duty Supervisor
Location: Dublin 2, Ireland
Type of Role: Permanent, Full-Time
About the Role:
This is a fantastic opportunity to oversee daily kitchen operations while contributing to meaningful work. You will ensure exceptional food production and service quality in a role that combines leadership with hands-on culinary expertise.
Key Responsibilities:
* Prepare and Cook Meals: Oversee the preparation and cooking of meals, ensuring high-quality standards and maintaining consistency in every dish.
* Ensure Food Quality and Presentation: Monitor the quality, taste, and presentation of all meals to enhance the dining experience.
* Supervise Meal Preparation: Manage kitchen staff during meal preparation, ensuring tasks are completed efficiently and to the highest standards.
* Oversee Food Production and Service: Manage and coordinate daily kitchen operations to uphold high-quality standards.
* Lead the team in the absence of the Chef Manager.
* Hygiene Standards: Ensure full compliance with Food Safety Authority of Ireland guidelines and our Food Safety Management System.
* Team Leadership and Training: Deliver on-the-job training and oversee the professional development of the kitchen team.
* Collaborate with the Chef Manager to address and support team needs.
* Menu Planning: Assist the Chef Manager in planning and selecting menus to delight customers.
* Stock Management: Monitor food stock levels and place orders as needed.
* Customer Service Excellence: Enhance the dining experience by ensuring high-quality presentations and fostering positive customer interactions.
* Compliance and Records Maintenance: Work with suppliers and compliance bodies, while maintaining essential records like temperatures, cleaning schedules, and allergen lists.
* Kitchen Maintenance: Lead daily hygiene checks and cleaning routines to uphold the highest kitchen standards.
About You:
We are looking for an experienced Chef who has a passion for food, leadership, and delivering exceptional dining experiences. The ideal candidate will have strong management skills, a commitment to hygiene and safety, and a desire to make a positive impact in the community.
What We Offer:
* A competitive hourly rate of €18-€19 (DOE).
* A permanent, full-time role in a vibrant Dublin 2 location.
* Opportunities for professional development in a supportive and collaborative environment.
* The chance to contribute to a meaningful mission, providing high-quality service to benefit the community.