Commis Chef

MEDCURE LIMITED; Ireland; On-site; EUR 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

MEDCURE LIMITED in Longford is seeking a Full Time Commis Chef for Jodhpur Restaurant, with fixed 39 hours per week. You will work in a busy kitchen specializing in Indian curry and tandoori dishes, supporting daily kitchen operations and food preparation.

Key requirements include a culinary qualification, English proficiency, and at least 2 years of experience. The role emphasizes teamwork, HACCP compliance, and maintaining high standards of food hygiene, service, and presentation.

Qualifications

• Diploma in cooking or hospitality management.
• Good communication skills and ability to work in a team.
• Maintains high standards of food hygiene and HACCP compliance.
• English proficiency required (A2).
• Minimum 2 years experience in a chef role (non-managerial).
• Experience in Indian curry and Tandoori dishes (advantage).

Responsibilities

• Prepare Indian curries and tandoori dishes.
• Liaise with suppliers and manage food orders.
• Monitor stock levels and cost control.
• Ensure health and safety procedures and HACCP compliance.
• Assist with menu planning and costings to reduce waste.
• Maintain high standards of hygiene and presentation.

Skills

HACCP

English proficiency

Customer Service

Hospitality

Initiative

Teamwork

Time Management

Education

Diploma in cooking or hospitality management

Job description

JODHPUR, 26 Dublin Street, Longford, Co. Longford, N39 X2A2

Application Details

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Job Description

We are looking for a Full Time Commis Chef to join our team in Jodhpur Restaurant, 26 Dublin Street, Longford. Fixed 39 hours per week. Roles and responsibility Specialists in Indian curry and Tandori cuisine Overall responsibility for the kitchen daily operations Liaising with the relevant companies for food orders Creating new dishes and menus Monitoring and controlling stock levels Estimating costs and ensuring all procedures come within budget Implementation of health and safety procedures in the kitchen Personal specifications experience in the role of chef de partie in Indian curry and Tandori dishes A Diploma in cooking or hospitality management will be a advantage Candidate must have good communications skills and ability to work in team Candidate must be able to maintain high quality in cooking under busy environment Maintain the highest standards in food hygiene, service & presentation (HACCP & Health & Safety Legislation) Key Requirements: Relevant culinary qualification English required Experience in managing offsite catering menu/events- both hot and cold options preferred 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 manner Ability to manage multiple tasks Ability to follow accurately and issue instructions, written or oral Assist with menu planning and menu costings eliminating waste where possible Assist with food orders in line with company purchasing policy.

To ensure that any Food Safety and Quality records assigned to you are being carried out daily within the kitchen and related areas, without exception. 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 with team members and customers.

• Sector: accommodation and food service activities

Career Level

• Experienced [Non-Managerial]

Candidate Requirements

Essential

• Minimum Experienced Required (Years): 2
• Additional Skills: HACCP

Desirable

• Ability Skills: Customer Service, Hospitality
• Competency Skills: Initiative, Teamwork, Time Management, Working on own Initiative
• Languages: English A2-Elementary