Chef de Partie

ALLAPOLOGIESBAR LIMITED; Ventry; On-site; EUR 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

ALLAPOLOGIESBAR LIMITED in Kinsale, Co. Cork is seeking a skilled CDP to lead the kitchen during busy services.

You will oversee all stations, ensure every plate meets high-end standards, and contribute to a menu highlighting West Cork seafood and seasonal produce. Responsibilities include mise en place, collaboration with passionate owners, stock management, and strict adherence to HACCP and safety protocols.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years in a high-end CDP role.
• Care for sourcing seasonal produce and ingredients.

Responsibilities

• Lead the section and oversee all stations during busy services.
• Prepare Mise en Place with seasonal vegetables, high-quality meats and West Cork seafood.
• Collaborate with owners to craft a menu for high-end clientele and practical execution.
• Manage stock and place orders for kitchen supplies.
• Maintain HACCP and kitchen safety standards.

Skills

CDP experience

Team leadership

Ingredient sourcing

Food safety (HACCP)

Job description

Location

UNIT 6, Shearwater, Pier Road, Kinsale, Co. Cork, P17 VN52

Eligibility

In order to work in Ireland a non-EEA National, unless they are exempted, must hold a valid employment permit. Please review the eligibility and requirements for an employment permit if you are unsure of your eligibility to apply for this vacancy.

Job Description

Leading service: Running your section whilst overseeing all stations with confidence during busy services. Ensuring every plate consistently meets high-end standards to guarantee a seamless guest experience.

Mise en Place: Expert preparation of seasonal vegetables, high-quality meats, and sustainable West Cork seafood.

Collaboration: Working alongside experienced owners to create a menu that is appealing to our high‑end clientele, but also is practical to execute. Your ideas and creativity are encouraged and embraced by passionate owners who are hospitality veterans.

Stock management and ordering of all produce and kitchen supplies.

Standards: Maintaining impeccable HACCP and kitchen safety standards.

Qualifications

• Experienced: You have at least 2 years of experience in a similar high‑quality CDP role.
• Ingredient‑Obsessed: You care about where your food comes from and love working with raw, seasonal produce.
• Team‑First: You’re a "roll up your sleeves" chef who leads by example and is happy to help across the kitchen to deliver a smooth service.
• Passionate: You have an insatiable curiosity for food trends, natural wines, and creative cooking.

How to Apply

If you want to be part of Kinsale’s most exciting 2026 opening, send your CV and a brief overview of yourself to [e-mail].

Career Level

• Sector: accommodation and food service activities
• Managerial