Kitchen Team Leader at Gastro Pub – Lead & Mentor Dishes

Center Parcs UK & Ireland; Ballymahon; On-site; EUR 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free day passes and leisure access

Discounts on breaks and in shops/rests

Bonus scheme

Career development and training

Supportive team

Job summary

Center Parcs UK & Ireland is seeking a Kitchen Team Leader / Chef de Partie for Cara's Kitchen and Bar at Longford Forest. You will oversee daily prep, mentor juniors and support management to drive efficiency while maintaining high standards of dishes and presentation.

The role requires a hands-on, engaging leader with strong communication and cost-control focus, including early mornings, evenings, weekends, and a Sunday premium. This is a full-time position with a competitive hourly rate.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Previous kitchen experience in a similar role.
• Naturally cheerful, patient and friendly.
• Professional, approachable and calm under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily food preparation and presentation to company standards.
• Coach and mentor junior colleagues to support their growth.
• Act as deputy for the Assistant Kitchen Manager when required.
• Monitor stock, portion control and ordering to manage costs effectively.
• Implement measures to reduce food waste and maintain operational efficiency.

Skills

Excellent communicator

Kitchen experience

Cheerful demeanor

Calm under pressure

Job description

Center Parcs UK & Ireland is seeking a Kitchen Team Leader / Chef de Partie for Cara's Kitchen and Bar at Longford Forest. You will oversee daily prep, mentor juniors and support management to drive efficiency while maintaining high standards of dishes and presentation.

The role requires a hands-on, engaging leader with strong communication and cost-control focus, including early mornings, evenings, weekends, and a Sunday premium. This is a full-time position with a competitive hourly rate.