Trainee Chef - Paid Training, Free Meals & Accommodation

OASIS Group

Galway

On-site

EUR 25,000 - 34,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Free meals
Accommodation
Free medical care
Gym access

Job summary

The Defence Forces (Óglaigh na hÉireann) are seeking a Trainee Chef to begin a high‑discipline culinary career while serving the country. You will start as General Service Recruit, complete recruit training, and advance through 2-3 star training to professional chef training at the Defence Forces School of Catering in McKee Barracks, Dublin.

You will gain a QQI Level 5 Major Award and enjoy free meals and accommodation, plus access to medical care and gym facilities throughout training.

Qualifications

  • Must be prepared to train as a Trainee Chef in Defence Forces.
  • Includes Recruit Training and 2-3 Star training.
  • QQI Level 5 Major Award obtained on completion.

Responsibilities

  • Learn core military skills and culinary techniques.
  • Prepare nutritious meals for Defence Forces personnel.
  • Operate within barracks and during deployments when required.

Skills

Teamwork
Discipline
Physical fitness

Education

QQI Level 5 Major Award

Job description

The Defence Forces (Óglaigh na hÉireann) are seeking a Trainee Chef to begin a high‑discipline culinary career while serving the country. You will start as General Service Recruit, complete recruit training, and advance through 2-3 star training to professional chef training at the Defence Forces School of Catering in McKee Barracks, Dublin.

You will gain a QQI Level 5 Major Award and enjoy free meals and accommodation, plus access to medical care and gym facilities throughout training.

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