he Fish Box is one of Ireland’s most celebrated seafood restaurants — a family-run, award-winning kitchen in the heart of Dingle, renowned for exceptional local seafood, bold flavour, and a passionate team culture.
We are now seeking an ambitious Sous Chef and an experienced Fry Chef to join our high-performing kitchen team.
This is a rare opportunity to work in a respected, fast-paced seafood kitchen while enjoying an outstanding quality of life on Ireland’s Wild Atlantic Way.
Why Join The Fish Box?✔ 4-Day Work Week
Enjoy genuine work-life balance with 3 days off every week.
✔ Award-Winning Kitchen
Work alongside a passionate team in one of Ireland’s best-known seafood restaurants, featured nationally for quality, creativity, and sustainability.
✔ Excellent Salary & Career Growth
Competitive pay packages based on experience, with real opportunities to grow within an expanding restaurant group.
✔ Stunning Lifestyle Location
Live and work in beautiful Dingle — surrounded by beaches, mountains, surfing, music, and one of Ireland’s most vibrant food communities.
✔ Staff Perks
- Staff meals provided
- Flexible scheduling
- Career progression opportunities
- Positive, professional kitchen culture
- Supportive management team
- Opportunity to contribute creatively to menu development
Sous Chef Responsibilities
- Support the Head Chef in daily kitchen operations
- Lead service with confidence and consistency
- Maintain exceptional food quality and presentation
- Assist with ordering, stock control, HACCP, and kitchen organisation
- Mentor junior chefs and help build a strong team culture
- Contribute ideas for seasonal seafood dishes and specials
Ideal Candidate
- Previous Sous Chef or strong Chef de Partie experience
- Passion for high-quality seafood and fresh local produce
- Strong leadership and organisational skills
- Calm under pressure in a busy service environment
- HACCP knowledge essential
- Driven, reliable, and team-oriented
Fry Chef Responsibilities
- Deliver consistently excellent fried seafood dishes during high-volume service
- Maintain fryer quality, timing, and presentation standards
- Ensure cleanliness and organisation of section
- Work closely with the kitchen team to deliver smooth service
Ideal Candidate
- Experience in busy fry or seafood kitchens preferred
- Strong attention to detail and consistency
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
- Positive attitude and strong work ethic
Salary
Highly competitive and negotiable depending on experience
Schedule
- 4-day working week
- Weekend availability required
- Full-time permanent positions
Location
The Fish Box, Dingle, Co. Kerry
If you’re passionate about great food, want to work in an ambitious award-winning kitchen, and value quality of life as much as quality cooking — we’d love to hear from you.
Apply now with your CV and a short introduction.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent
Pay: €17.00-€18.50 per hour
Benefits:
Work Location: In person
