Chef De Partie- Daytime Hours

Co Wicklow
Permanent
Full-time

8 days ago
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Job Description:Avoca operates in 13 locations across the country. After all this time, the ethos of Avoca remains the same. We cherish our time-honoured traditions, which have been lovingly passed down through several generations. Our skills might be steeped in a long and rich tradition, but our attitude is to look to the future. We are now heralded as one of Ireland’s most exciting retail stores, with a host of award-winning cafes, restaurants and food markets crammed with artisanal ingredients from near and far.We are currently looking for full time Chef de Partie in our stunning Fernhouse Restaurant. Day time hours only, no nights!This role is for immediate start.Key Responsibilities:

Maintain the highest standards in food hygiene, service & presentation (HACCP & Health & Safety Legislation)
Assist with menu planning and menu costings to ensure that the budgeted Gross Profit Margin is achieved, eliminating waste where possible.
Assist with food orders in line with company purchasing policy, ensuring that only suppliers from the approved supplier list are used.
To ensure that any Food Safety/Quality records assigned to you are being carried out daily within the kitchen and related areas, without exception.
To lead the performance of the team to deliver the highest standards of food for our clients.
To ensure that food presentation is innovative, and at the required temperatures are recorded on the appropriate charts.
To assist with carrying out stock takes as appropriate.
To maintain good communications and working relationships with your client, customers, and all staff.

Key Requirements:

Relevant culinary qualification
1-2 years’ experience in a Professional kitchen.
Experience in industrial catering.
Experience of H.A.C.C.P. documentation
Experience of menu planning
Ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team
Maintain high standards of personal hygiene
Professional and Courteous manner
Ability to manage multiple tasks
Ability to deal and communicate effectively with staff and customers at all levels
Ability to follow accurately and issue instructions, written or oral
Strong financial acumen with the ability to manage food costings and ensure budgets are met

Avoca is an equal opportunities employer.Skills:

Food safety
Food Preparation
Culinary Skills

Why work with us?We're always on the lookout for like-minded folks to join our merry band of men and women. So, apart from coming to work with your amazing teammates every day, we also offer the following benefits:

Pension Scheme
Professional Development
Employee Referral Bonus
Complimentary & concession staff meals
Family Friendly Policies
Employee Assistance Programme
Life Assurance Benefit
Cycle To Work Scheme
Health & Wellness Programmes

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