Lead Sous Chef — Creative Kitchen Leader (Flexible Hours)

Gourmet Food Parlour; Malahide; On-site; EUR 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work environment

Free coffee on shift

Shared tips via JustTip

Training platform access

Full time position

Job summary

Gourmet Food Parlour in Malahide is seeking a hardworking Sous Chef to support the Head Chef, run the kitchen in their absence, and ensure the highest standards of food quality, presentation, and HACCP compliance during daytime service with occasional events. You should have 2+ years as a CDP or 1 year senior CDP/junior sous, 3+ years in hospitality, strong leadership and communication, and fluent English.

This full‑time, on‑site role offers growth within a thriving kitchen and the chance to

Qualifications

• 2+ years experience as a CDP or 1 year senior CDP/junior sous chef
• Strong leadership and communication skills in a busy kitchen
• Fluent in English, with the ability to coach and guide staff

Responsibilities

• Support Head Chef in day-to-day kitchen operations
• Lead the kitchen team to maintain high food quality and presentation
• Ensure HACCP compliance and food safety procedures
• Contribute to the development of new dishes and menu costs
• Foster a positive, collaborative kitchen environment

Skills

Leadership & team management

Kitchen management

Communication

Food hygiene & HACCP

Fluent English

Education

HACCP Level 2 certified

Job description

Gourmet Food Parlour in Malahide is seeking a hardworking Sous Chef to support the Head Chef, run the kitchen in their absence, and ensure the highest standards of food quality, presentation, and HACCP compliance during daytime service with occasional events. You should have 2+ years as a CDP or 1 year senior CDP/junior sous, 3+ years in hospitality, strong leadership and communication, and fluent English.

This full‑time, on‑site role offers growth within a thriving kitchen and the chance to