Chef - South Dublin - 39 Hour Contract

Dunnes Stores; Dublin; On-site; EUR 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discount from day one

Career development opportunities

Dynamic, collaborative work enviroment

Job summary

Dunnes Stores is seeking a Chef for Baxter & Greene Market Deli to take accountability for counter and kitchen operations, deliver exceptional customer care, and maintain operational standards to maximise sales and profitability.

You will prepare fresh foods, ensure HACCP hygiene standards, manage costs, and contribute to a dynamic, team-based deli environment within a nationwide retailer. A Dunnes Stores employee discount applies from day one.

Qualifications

• 3 years of experience in food preparation in a café, restaurant, deli operation or similar environment.
• Experienced and trained on HACCP.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and present high-quality food to customers.
• Monitor HACCP programme and hygiene standards in the Deli.
• Manage and control costs associated with food production and wastage.
• Train and develop staff in new procedures and processes.
• Ensure regular cleaning and maintenance of Deli, Kitchen and front of house equipment.

Skills

Food preparation

HACCP training

Job description

Dunnes Stores is Ireland’s leading retailer positioned at the cutting edge of food and fashion retailing. We are known for offering a wide range of high-quality products to our customers. With a strong brand presence and a loyal customer base, we pride ourselves on creating memorable experiences that resonate with our customers.

Found within many of our stores is Baxter & Greene Market Deli. Baxter & Greene is a contemporary and stylish Market Deli where carefully selected products are freshly prepared and cooked every day in store by our team of skilled chefs and delicatessen staff. By using innovative and creative ideas, our team endeavour to produce and present wholesome food of an exceptionally high standard, and that’s where you’ll come in.

As a Chef within Baxter & Greene Market Deli, you’ll have the opportunity to grow your culinary skills and advance your food career within a nationwide retailer. You’ll also receive a Dunnes Stores employee discount from your very first day.

The Role

The primary function of the Chef is to take accountability for the counter and kitchen. This role will see you delivering exceptional customer care, meeting operational standards to maximise sales and profitability, all while maintain costs alongside the Deli Manager.

Key Responsibilities

• Work as part of the team with Store Management, Deli Management, and staff to provide the highest standard of food preparation, quality, and presentation.
• Monitor and deliver the HACCP programme for the Deli to ensure effective standards in line with hygiene and quality regulations.
• Manage and control costs associated with food production and wastage.
• Train and develop existing staff in new procedures and processes.
• Ensure the regular and systematic cleaning and maintenance of the equipment in the Deli, the Kitchen, and front of house.

Requirements

To apply for this role you must have at least 3 years of experience in food preparation in a café, restaurant, deli operation, or a similar environment as well as be experienced and trained on HACCP. You will also have:

• The ability to cook from scratch.
• The ability to read and follow pre-determined recipe cards.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent attention to detail, organisational skills, and the ability to multi-task.
• Flexibility and the ability to work as part of a team or individually.
• A passion, flair, and attention to detail for food production and presentation.

Above all else, our Chefs have excellent product knowledge, provide outstanding customer service, and are passionate about fresh food and retail.

• Competitive pay and an employee discount from your first day.
• Opportunities for professional development and career growth.
• A dynamic and collaborative work environment focused on innovation and growth.

Dunnes Stores is an Equal Opportunities Employer.