Company DescriptionPicado Mexican, established in 2011 by founders Lily Ramirez-Foran and Alan, brings authentic Mexican flavors to Ireland. What began as an online shop in Dublin soon expanded to a physical store in 2014, located in the vibrant Portobello neighborhood. Today, Picado Mexican is Ireland's leading Mexican grocery store and cooking school, with a second location recently opened in the Liberties, Dublin 8. This new space features a larger cooking school, a test kitchen, a retail area, and a take-out coffee bar, all dedicated to celebrating Mexican cuisine.Role DescriptionThis is a part-time on-site role for a Cookery School and Test Kitchen Chef, based in Dublin. The role involves prepping for classes, ensuring the test kitchen's cleanliness and organisation, assisting with menu development and supporting events hosted at the cooking school. Collaboration with the team to create a welcoming and educational environment is key.QualificationsStrong culinary skills, with experience in cooking and preparing Mexican cuisineAbility to develop and test recipes, menu creation, and attention to detail in food preparationStrong collaboration and interpersonal skills, with a passion for educating othersExcellent time management, organization, and multitasking abilitiesFood safety certification and an understanding of kitchen hygiene practicesFluency in English, with additional proficiency in Spanish being a plusKnowledge or interest in Mexican culture and cuisine is highly desirableWillingness to learn and develop new skillsLive in Ireland and have the right to work in Ireland