Commis Chef - Gartlans Bar Kingscourt

Romantic Castles of Ireland; Dunaree; On-site; EUR 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hands-on mentorship from Head Chef

Vibrant working environment

Great location Kingscourt

Job summary

Gartlan's Bar in Kingscourt is seeking a reliable Commis Chef to join our kitchen team. You will work closely with our Head Chef in a fast-paced, friendly environment to build practical culinary skills.

The role involves food prep, plating during service (12-3 and 5-7), kitchen hygiene, stock control and station setup. Weekend/evening availability is essential, and you will receive hands-on mentorship.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a kitchen or catering environment is preferred, but passionate candidates with formal culinary training or a strong work ethic will be considered.
• Fundamental understanding of food safety and hygiene procedures.
• Ability to work well under pressure in a tight-knit team environment.
• Good communication skills and a strong eye for detail.
• Must be punctual, reliable, and available to work weekends/evenings as scheduled.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Head Chef with daily prep work, dish assembly, and organizing ingredients ahead of service.
• Cook and plate food orders accurately and efficiently during service hours (12-3 PM and 5-7 PM).
• Maintain high standards of hygiene, cleanliness, and food safety standards (HACCP compliance) at all times.
• Ensure food items are stored, labelled, and rotated correctly (FIFO).
• Assist with station teardown, dishwashing, and general kitchen clean-down after service.

Skills

Kitchen experience

Food safety

Teamwork

Punctuality

Weekend availability

Job description

About The Role

We are looking for a reliable, enthusiastic Commis Chef to join our kitchen team at Gartlan's Bar in Kingscourt. You will be working directly alongside our Head Chef in a small, friendly, and fast-paced kitchen environment. This is a great opportunity for someone looking to build their culinary skills, gain hands-on experience across food prep and service, and work within a supportive team.

Key Working Hours & Schedule

• Service Hours: Food is served Thursday through Sunday from 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM and 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM.
• Shift Pattern: Shifts will cover prep before service, service windows, and kitchen setup/clean-down between and after meal services.
• Weekend availability (Thursday to Sunday) is essential.

Key Responsibilities

• Prep & Setup: Assist the Head Chef with daily prep work, dish assembly, and organizing ingredients ahead of service.
• Service Execution: Cook and plate food orders accurately and efficiently during service hours (12-3 PM and 5-7 PM).
• Kitchen Hygiene: Maintain high standards of hygiene, cleanliness, and food safety standards (HACCP compliance) at all times.
• Stock & Storage: Ensure food items are stored, labelled, and rotated correctly (FIFO).
• Cleaning: Assist with station teardown, dishwashing, and general kitchen clean-down after service.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Previous experience in a kitchen or catering environment is preferred, but passionate candidates with formal culinary training or a strong work ethic will be considered.
• Fundamental understanding of food safety and hygiene procedures.
• Ability to work well under pressure in a tight-knit team environment.
• Good communication skills and a strong eye for detail.
• Must be punctual, reliable, and available to work weekends/evenings as scheduled.

What We Offer

• Competitive hourly rate.
• Hands‑on experience and direct mentorship from our Head Chef.
• A supportive and vibrant working environment in the heart of Kingscourt.