Chef

Hollybank Trustees Ltd; Waterford; On-site; EUR 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Hollybank Trustees Ltd invites an experienced Chef to join our on-site kitchen in Waterford. You will help deliver high-quality dishes, maintain safety standards, and support a positive, professional kitchen team.

You will prepare and present dishes, follow menus, and contribute ideas for improvements while upholding HACCP and allergen requirements. A collaborative, proactive attitude is essential for success in this busy kitchen.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Chef, Commis Chef, Chef de Partie, Sous Chef or similar culinary role.
• Strong culinary skills and genuine passion for high-quality food.
• Experience in catering, hospitality, or a comparable kitchen environment.
• Good understanding of food safety, HACCP, allergen management and kitchen hygiene.
• Excellent attention to detail and pride in food quality and presentation.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure in a fast-paced kitchen.
• Strong organisation and time-management skills.
• Positive, team-focused approach and ability to collaborate.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook and present high-quality food to consistently high standards.
• Follow menus, recipes and specifications while maintaining quality and presentation.
• Support smooth day-to-day operation of the kitchen.
• Maintain high standards of food quality, taste, presentation and service.
• Work effectively as part of the kitchen team, supporting colleagues during busy service periods.
• Assist with menu preparation and contribute ideas for new dishes and improvements.
• Ensure food is prepared, stored and handled safely in line with HACCP and allergen requirements.
• Maintain a clean, organised and safe working environment at all times.
• Assist with stock rotation, storage and monitoring to minimise waste and maintain product quality.
• Support portion control and minimise food waste.
• Collaborate with colleagues to ensure smooth service and consistent customer experience.
• Follow all company policies, procedures and health & safety requirements.
• Respond positively to feedback and contribute to continuous improvement.
• Support and assist less experienced team members, sharing knowledge.
• Lead by example with a positive attitude and commitment to quality.

Skills

Chef experience

Culinary skills

Food safety

HACCP

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Work under pressure

Proactive attitude

Job description

Location: On site / Waterford, Ireland
job type: Permanent / Full-time
Sector and subsector: Hospitality | Chefs
Salary: Negotiable salary

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and passionate Chef to join our team and play a key role in delivering high-quality food and an exceptional customer experience. This is an exciting opportunity for a hands‑on chef who takes pride in producing excellent food, maintaining high standards and working as part of a positive, professional kitchen team.

Working closely with the wider culinary and management team, you will be responsible for preparing and presenting high-quality dishes, maintaining strong food safety and hygiene standards, and supporting the smooth and efficient running of the kitchen.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook and present high-quality food to consistently high standards.
• Follow menus, recipes and agreed specifications while maintaining quality, consistency and presentation.
• Support the smooth and efficient day-to-day operation of the kitchen.
• Maintain excellent standards of food quality, taste, presentation and service.
• Work effectively as part of the kitchen team, supporting colleagues during busy service periods.
• Assist with menu preparation and contribute ideas for new dishes and improvements where appropriate.
• Ensure food is prepared, stored and handled safely and in accordance with food safety, HACCP and allergen requirements.
• Maintain a clean, organised and safe working environment at all times.
• Assist with stock rotation, storage and monitoring to minimise waste and maintain product quality.
• Support effective portion control and minimise food waste.
• Work closely with colleagues to ensure smooth service and a consistent customer experience.
• Follow all company policies, procedures and health & safety requirements.
• Respond positively to feedback and contribute to continuous improvement within the kitchen.
• Support and assist less experienced team members, sharing knowledge and helping to maintain high standards.
• Lead by example, demonstrating a positive attitude, strong work ethic and commitment to quality.

About You

The ideal candidate will have:

• Proven experience as a Chef, Commis Chef, Chef de Partie, Sous Chef or in a similar culinary role.
• Strong culinary skills and a genuine passion for producing high-quality food.
• Experience working in catering, hospitality, food service or a comparable kitchen environment.
• A good understanding of food safety, HACCP, allergen management and kitchen hygiene.
• Excellent attention to detail and pride in food quality and presentation.
• The ability to work effectively under pressure in a fast‑paced kitchen environment.
• Strong organisation and time‑management skills.
• A positive, team‑focused approach and the ability to work collaboratively with colleagues.
• A proactive attitude and willingness to contribute