About Us:
Lucy Café is proud to be the first Ukrainian cuisine café in Dublin. We're passionate about sharing authentic Ukrainian flavours and hospitality with our guests, telling the story of our culture through every dish. As we expand with our new dine-in area, we're looking for a talented, committed chef to join our team and help us bring our vision to life.
Role Overview:
We're seeking a chef who is enthusiastic about cooking traditional Eastern European dishes, dedicated to quality, and eager to contribute ideas to a growing, collaborative team. This role includes preparing and presenting a menu that combines classic Ukrainian recipes with seasonal, fresh ingredients.
Key Responsibilities:
* Prepare and cook dishes to Lucy Café standards and recipes.
* Maintain high standards of food quality, consistency, and presentation.
* Ensure cleanliness and organisation in the kitchen at all times.
* Follow HACCP and food safety procedures diligently.
* Work collaboratively with the café team to deliver excellent customer experience.
Requirements:
Proven experience as a chef, cook, or relevant kitchen role.
* Knowledge of—or interest in learning—Ukrainian and Eastern European cuisine.
* Commitment to cleanliness, safety, and high-quality cooking.
* Ability to work independently and as part of a small, friendly team.
* Flexibility and willingness to adapt as the café evolves.
* Relevant certifications (e.g., food safety) a plus.
* Experience 2+ years
What We Offer:
* Opportunity to be part of Dublin's first dedicated Ukrainian café.
* A supportive, respectful team environment.
* Room for creativity and contribution to menu development.
* Staff meals and other benefits to be discussed.
If you're passionate about cooking, love telling a story through food, and want to help us grow, we'd love to hear from you
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: €14.50-€16.50 per hour
Benefits:
* Employee discount
* Store discount
Experience:
* Kitchen : 2 years (preferred)
Language:
* English (required)
Work authorisation:
* Ireland (required)
Work Location: In person
Reference ID: Chef/pastry chef