Junior Sous Chef (M/F/X)

Big Mamma Group; Dublin; On-site; EUR 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Highly competitive salary

2 consecutive days off

Daily prepared meal

Discount at trattorias

Career opportunities

International mobility

Job summary

Big Mamma Group in Dublin seeks a talented Junior Sous Chef to lead culinary operations at Gloria Osteria. You will participate in menu development, ensure hygiene standards, and manage food costs while training your team to create a positive workplace.

Offering a competitive salary, permanent contract, and numerous training opportunities, Big Mamma aims to share the beauty of Italian cuisine and create unique moments for guests.

Qualifications

• Experience in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
• Ability to train and support team members.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to hygiene.

Responsibilities

• Participate in menu creation and execution.
• Ensure compliance with hygiene standards.
• Manage food costs effectively.
• Lead the kitchen brigade with energy.

Skills

Culinary expertise

Team leadership

Operational management

Attention to detail

Job description

Big Mamma is a French Italian restaurant group, the brainchild of Victor Lugger and Tigrane Seydoux. Over the past 10 years we have opened the doors of 36 restaurants across Europe (France, Monaco, the United Kingdom, Spain, Germany, Italy, Belgium and Ireland), the United Arab Emirates (Dubai) and Mexico (Mexico City).

Our mission? To share the special ambience of the most beautiful places of Italian tradition, creating unique moments of sharing with our customers.

Junior Sous Chef – Dublin

With Big Mamma’s rapid expansion, we are looking for a talented Junior Sous Chef to join us at Gloria Osteria (41 Westmoreland St, Dublin) and become the leader and Chef of tomorrow.

Your main tasks:

FROM CREATION TO PLATE EXECUTION

• Participate in the menu change process alongside the Executive Chefs, contributing to a unique culinary experience.
• Speed and precision at the pass will be your hallmark.
• Ensure every dish is perfect, adhering to the Group's recipes and standards.

OPERATIONAL EFFICIENCY

• You are the Chef’s right hand, ensuring everything is impeccable: compliance with hygiene standards, a well‑organized team, and checks always aligned with objectives.
• Manage Food Costs like a true leader: zero waste, flawless inventories, and always on‑time orders.
• Plan, organize, and lead the brigade with energy and precision.

SUCCESS IS BUILT ON TEAMWORK

• Train and support your team daily, sharing passion and professionalism.
• Build your Squad: your leadership creates harmony and makes the workplace stimulating and positive.

Our offer:

• Highly competitive salary.
• Permanent contract with 2 days off consecutively.
• A meal prepared daily with love by our Squadra and a discount at all our trattoria.
• Numerous training and career opportunities.
• International mobility across all our venues.
• AND much more!

BIG MAMMA is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.