An exciting opportunity has arisen for a self-motivated and ambitious Chef with the Mulrooney Gala Group.Main purpose of the role:Ensure the Food Department operates efficiently and profitably while providing our customers with excellent quality products and services.The ideal candidate will have:An ability to thrive in a fast-paced, customer facing environment.2 years' experience in a Chef/Chef de Partie role within a retail deli or café environmentHave a true passion for the food industry and as such be creative and innovative with the fresh offeringGood Customer focused management skills and an ability to build a quality and loyal customer baseExperience in successfully achieving sales targets, KPIs and Gross Profit MarginsHACCP Management and Food Safety Level 2 (preferable Level 3) training and has experience in meeting HACCP, Food Safety and H&S requirementsExperience in ordering for deli departments and managing waste within a fresh food departmentThe ability to inspire, lead and motivate employees through support and development.Excellent communication skillsMain duties:Prepare the presentation and layout of the food offers across all fresh food departments - Deli Hot & Cold counters, Take Home Range and BakeryDrive sales and margin across all key areasWaste managementDisplay of fresh food offerings.Liaise with suppliers to ensure the highest quality of food and service is being deliveredEngage in any promotional activity, new innovation and workshopsEmbrace and support staff with new initiatives and new ways of workingTrain all department staff and ensure the highest standards are maintained in all areas within the Fresh Food DepartmentHold regular communication with all Staff and Senior Management.Deal with all customer queries efficiently, professionally, and consistent with store policyAttend all training as required be it online, in-store or off-sitePerform any other duties or assume other responsibilities that may be assigned to the roleWorking HoursIt would be a requirement that the candidate would work 5 days over 7. Hours of work varying from 6am- 2 pm ,7am to 3pm,8am to 4pm .The objective is to develop and expand the existing sit down and food to go trade .Focus on upskilling other staff members to deliver a consistent food offer across all seven days.Applications of Interest can be emailed.Job Type: Full-timeAbility to commute/relocate:Nenagh, County Tipperary: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)Experience:chef : 2 years (required)Licence/Certification:visa (required)Work authorisation:Ireland (required)Work Location: In person