Truffle Chocolaterie – Galway City
Truffle is a French chocolaterie located in the heart of Galway City, specialising in handmade chocolates, truffles, chocolate creations, pastries, cakes and other premium sweet treats.
We are looking for an experienced and passionate Chocolatier to join our team on a full-time basis.
This is primarily a chocolate-focused position, with approximately 75% of the role dedicated to chocolate production and 25% to pastry production.
The Role
The successful candidate will be involved in the day-to-day production of our chocolate and pastry range, working in a professional and creative environment.
Approximately:
Chocolate responsibilities will include:
- Producing handmade truffles, pralines and other chocolate products
- Tempering and working with chocolate
- Moulding, dipping and decorating chocolates
- Preparing ganaches, fillings and other chocolate preparations
- Creating and finishing chocolate decorations and seasonal products
- Maintaining high standards of quality, consistency and presentation
- Following recipes, production schedules and food safety procedures
- Keeping the chocolate production area clean, organised and efficient
Pastry responsibilities will include:
- Preparing and finishing pastries, cakes and other sweet products
- Working with creams, fillings, mousses and other pastry preparations
- Supporting the pastry team with daily production
- Maintaining a consistently high standard of presentation and quality
About You
We are looking for someone who:
- Has professional experience as a Chocolatier
- Has strong practical knowledge of chocolate work and tempering
- Has experience working with handmade chocolates, truffles, pralines or bonbons
- Has a good background in pastry or confectionery
- Is precise, organised and has excellent attention to detail
- Takes pride in producing high-quality products
- Can work independently as well as as part of a team
- Is reliable, motivated and passionate about chocolate and pastry
- Is able to work efficiently in a busy production environment
Professional chocolatier experience is essential for this position.
What We Offer
- Full-time, permanent position
- Opportunity to work predominantly with chocolate
- A creative and hands-on working environment
- Opportunity to develop and create new chocolate products
- Working with a French-style chocolaterie and pastry concept in the heart of Galway
- Competitive salary depending on experience
Location
Truffle Chocolaterie
19 Market Street, Galway City, Co. Galway, Ireland
If you are an experienced Chocolatier looking for a new opportunity and would like to work in a role where chocolate is the main focus, we would love to hear from you.
Pay: €16.00-€18.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Company pension
- On-site parking
- Sick pay
Work Location: In person
