Due to continued expansion and the acquirement of additional school contracts
We are seeking an experienced and passionate Senior Chef to join our growing school catering team. This is an exciting opportunity for a talented culinary professional who is committed to delivering nutritious, high-quality meals to students and staff whilst leading a team of approx 10-15 staff. The ideal candidate will have:
- Proven experience as a Senior chef, Head chef, or Kitchen management role. This is a very Senior Role and only candidates with kitchen manangement experience will be considered. You will report directly to the Group Head Chef.
- Strong leadership and team management skills.
- A passion for producing nutritious, fresh food.
- Excellent organisational and communication abilities.
- Complete knowledge of food safety, HACCP, and allergen management.
- Experience in high volume catering, education catering, healthcare, or contract catering environments.
- Relevant culinary qualifications and food safety certification.
- As this role works around the school calendar, the role will provide for 10 weeks of paid holidays.
Responsibilites for this role will include the following but are not limited to
1.Plan, prepare and oversee the production of approx 2,000 meals daily for Secondary and Primary school students.
2.Lead the day to day operation of the kitchen.
3.Manage the ordering, stock control and work within assigned budgets.
4.Ensure the highest standards of food quality, presentation, hygiene and safety in the kitchen.
5.Maintaining compliance with HACCP and all food safety regulations.
6.Build positive relationships and motivate all staff who will report to you directly.
This role is day time hours only. No requirement to work after 4pm daily. The role is mostly Monday to Friday. But there will be a requirement to work one or two Sundays a month.
Pay: From €22.50 per hour
Benefits:
- Food allowance
- On-site parking
- Unlimited paid holidays
Work Location: In person
