Cook - part time

Reach Ability; Enniscorthy; On-site; EUR 20,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A social enterprise in Enniscorthy is seeking a Part-Time Cook to join their restaurant team. The ideal candidate should have at least one year of cook experience and a Chef/Cooking Qualification. This role offers €15.00 per hour, operates Monday to Saturday with a minimum of 30 hours per week, and includes substantial employee benefits like paid leave and health insurance.

Benefits

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

24 days annual leave (pro-rata)

Free Garda Vetting

Education Assistance

Paid sick leave

Group Health Insurance Scheme

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 years' experience in a cook role.
• Currently eligible to work in Ireland.
• Hold a Chef/Cooking Qualification (desirable).
• HACCP Qualification (desirable).

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and carry out the preparation of all meals.
• Prepare, supervise and cook on assigned station.
• Ensure cleanliness and maintenance of all work areas.
• Follow all safety and sanitation policies.

Skills

Experience in a cook role

HACCP Qualification

Education

Chef/Cooking Qualification

Job description

Kilcannon Industries CLG is a social enterprise that provides employment and training opportunities as part of its social enterprise model. The organisation runs a number of enterprises including a garden centre and restaurant, sports & leisure centre, a picture framing shop and provides a number of training rooms for hire. Kilcannon Garden Centre boasts a variety of horticultural activities and operates a successful Restaurant which opens 6 days a week from 9am to 5pm.

Role Summary:

An opportunity has arisen for a Part-Time Cook to join our team in Kilcannon Garden Centre Restaurant in Enniscorthy, Co. Wexford. The rate of pay for this role is €15.00 per hour. This role will operate Monday to Saturday and the successful candidate will be required to work 3 to 4 days a week (minimum 30 hours per week). The shift pattern for this role is 6am to 3pm.

Key duties:

• Working with the Head Chef and other staff to coordinate and carry out the preparation of all meals.
• Prepare, supervise and cook on assigned station of work and carrying out meal preparation as instructed by the Head Chef
• To be fully familiar with all menus.
• Consistently offering professional, friendly and proactive service and assistance.
• Ensuring the cleanliness and maintenance of all work areas, utensils, and equipment.
• Following kitchen policies, procedures and service standards.
• Following all safety and sanitation policies when handling food and beverage.
• Making certain that appropriate portions have been dished out and are well presented.

Minimum Requirements:

• Minimum 1 years' experience in a cook role (essential)
• Be currently eligible to work in Ireland (essential)
• Hold a Chef/Cooking Qualification (desirable)
• HACCP Qualification (desirable)

Closing date for applications is Tuesday, 21st October 2025. However, depending on the volume of applicants we may close applications earlier than this.

Kilcannon Industries CLG are equal opportunities employers.

Why work with us?

• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• Closed for Christmas Period
• 24 days annual leave (pro-rata)
• Penny Bank, Christmas Savings Scheme
• Free Garda Vetting
• Comprehensive induction training and continued in-house training/ professional development
• Education Assistance
• Paid sick leave
• Paid Maternity/Paternity Leave (minimum service period applies)
• Opportunities for career progression
• Employee discounts in our sister company
• Group Health Insurance Scheme
• Cycle to Work Scheme