Trainee Chef (Recruit Training Pathway)

Rezoomo; Ireland; Remote; EUR 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free meals and accommodation

Free medical care and gym facilities

Job summary

Defence Forces in Ireland offers a Trainee Chef role, joining as General Service Recruit with twelve weeks of Recruit Training followed by twelve weeks of 2-3 Star training and onward professional chef training at the Defence Forces School of Catering in McKee Barracks, Dublin. You will develop practical culinary skills and earn a QQI Level 5 Major Award while serving the State.

During training you receive full pay, along with free meals and accommodation in barracks, plus access to medical care

Qualifications

• Teamwork and professional conduct expected across training and service.
• Core military and culinary skills will be developed through staged training.
• Ability to work in a disciplined, fast-paced environment while serving the Defence Forces.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing nutritious, high-quality meals for Defence Forces personnel.
• Undergo Recruit Training and 2-3 Star training as part of the culinary career path.
• Learn and apply a wide range of culinary skills in the Defence Forces School of Catering.

Skills

Teamwork

Discipline

Professionalism

Education

QQI Level 5 Major Award

Job description

• € Refer to the Current Rates of Pay in the job link

Who We Are

The Defence Forces (Óglaigh na hÉireann) are the combined armed forces of Ireland, dedicated to defending the State, supporting national security and contributing to international peace and security. Comprising of the Army, Air Corps and Naval Service, we are committed to professional standards, integrity and service to the people of Ireland. Our personnel train to the highest standards, operate with discipline and initiative and work collaboratively across units and roles to meet evolving defen

The Defence Forces (Óglaigh na hÉireann) are the combined armed forces of Ireland, dedicated to defending the State, supporting national security and contributing to international peace and security. Comprising of the Army, Air Corps and Naval Service, we are committed to professional standards, integrity and service to the people of Ireland. Our personnel train to the highest standards, operate with discipline, teamwork, and professionalism in a wide range of roles to meet evolving defen Show more

Description

Trainee Chef, Defence Forces

A career as a Trainee Chef in the Irish Defence Forces offers the opportunity to build a recognised culinary career while serving your country. The Defence Forces (Óglaigh na hÉireann) are the combined armed forces of Ireland (Army, Naval Service and Air Corps), dedicated to defending the State, supporting national security, and contributing to international peace and security at home and overseas. Our personnel are trained to the highest standards, operating with discipline, teamwork, and professionalism in a wide range of roles.

Trainee Chefs join the Defence Forces as General Service Recruits. During your initial twelve weeks of Recruit Training, you will develop the core military skills required of all Defence Forces personnel, including discipline, teamwork, fitness, and leadership. This is followed by a further twelve weeks of 2-3 Star training, where you continue to build your military knowledge and experience.

On successful completion of this training, there may be a period of culinary on-the-job work experience before you progress to professional chef training in the Defence Forces School of Catering in McKee Barracks, Dublin. Here you will develop practical culinary skills and gain a QQI Level 5 Major Award, with opportunities for further recognised professional qualifications. You will learn a wide range of culinary skills from our team of highly experienced instructor staff, including the preparation of nutritious, high-quality meals for Defence Forces personnel.

Whilst undergoing these three elements of training, in addition to full pay

• free meals and accommodation within the barracks
• free medical care (dentist, pharmacy, physio etc.) and gym facilities

Defence Forces Chefs play an important role in supporting operational effectiveness by ensuring personnel are properly nourished during training, daily duties, and deployments. Chefs may serve in barracks and at sea throughout Ireland and can also support Defence Forces personnel on overseas missions.

This career is ideal for motivated individuals who enjoy teamwork, hands-on work, and working in a disciplined, fast-paced environment. It offers a unique opportunity to combine a professional culinary career with the pride and purpose of serving in the Irish Defence Forces.