The RoleWe are looking for a Café Chef / Kitchen Lead to take ownership of our kitchen operations. This role focuses on delivering high-quality breakfast and lunch dishes, running an efficient kitchen, developing new menu items, and managing food costs and standards.This is a hands-on role for someone who enjoys cooking, staying organised, and running a tight, efficient kitchen.Key ResponsibilitiesPrepare and deliver high-quality breakfast and lunch dishesProduce sandwiches, brunch items, and daily specials to a high standardDevelop and improve menus in line with the café's concept and brandManage food costs, portion control, and wasteOrder stock and manage kitchen inventoryMaintain high standards of cleanliness, food safety, and HACCPEnsure the kitchen runs efficiently during busy service periodsTrain and support kitchen assistants where requiredWork closely with management to improve systems, speed, and profitabilityWhat We're Looking ForExperience as a chef in a café, brunch, or casual dining environmentStrong organisation and time management skillsSomeone who cares about quality, consistency, and standardsComfortable working in a fast-paced kitchenAble to manage costs, wastage, and prep efficientlyCreative with food and interested in developing new menu itemsReliable, responsible, and takes ownership of their kitchenWhat We OfferFull-time, stable positionCompetitive pay based on experienceDaytime hours (breakfast & lunch focused)Opportunity to shape menus and be part of a growing group of cafésSupportive, professional working environmentJob Types: Full-time, Part-timePay: €15.00-€17.00 per hourExpected hours: 30 – 40 per weekBenefits:Company pensionEmployee discountOn-site parkingSick payWork Location: In person