Avoca operates in 13 locations across the country. After all this time, the ethos of Avoca remains the same. We cherish our time-honoured traditions, which have been lovingly passed down through several generations. Our skills might be steeped in a long and rich tradition, but our attitude is to look to the future. We are now heralded as one of Ireland's most exciting retail stores, with a host of award-winning cafes, restaurants and food markets crammed with artisanal ingredients from near and far.
Chef de Partie - Monkstown
Job Specification
A Chef de Partie's role is to prepare food, dishes and recipes in line with Avoca standards and quality.
Key Responsibilities:
* Maintain the highest standards in food hygiene, service & presentation (HACCP & Health & Safety Legislation)
* Assist with menu planning and menu costings to ensure that the budgeted Gross Profit Margin is achieved, eliminating waste where possible.
* Assist with food orders in line with company purchasing policy, ensuring that only suppliers from the approved supplier list are used.
* To ensure that any Food Safety/Quality records assigned to you are being carried out daily within the kitchen and related areas, without exception.
* To lead the performance of the team to deliver the highest standards of food for our clients.
* To share responsibility with the Head Chef for the checking, probing, and signing of all food deliveries to ensure that only the highest standards of produce is accepted into the unit.
* To ensure that food presentation is innovative, and at the required temperatures are recorded on the appropriate charts.
* To assist with carrying out stock takes as appropriate.
* To review the kitchen hazard list every week with the Head Chef
* To maintain good communications and working relationships with your client, customers, and all staff.
Key Requirements:
* Relevant culinary qualification or experience
* 1-2 years' experience in a Professional kitchen.
* Experience of H.A.C.C.P. documentation
* Experience of menu planning
* Ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team
* Maintain high standards of personal hygiene
* Professional and Courteous manner
* Ability to manage multiple tasks
* Ability to deal and communicate effectively with staff and customers at all levels
* Ability to follow accurately and issue instructions, written or oral
Why work with us?
We're always on the lookout for like-minded folks to join our merry band of men and women. So, apart from coming to work with your amazing teammates every day, we also offer the following benefits:
* Pension Scheme
* Professional Development
* Employee Referral Bonus
* Complimentary & concession staff meals
* Family Friendly Policies
* Employee Assistance Programme
* Life Assurance Benefit
* Cycle To Work Scheme
* Health & Wellness Programmes
Avoca is an equal opportunities employer.