Rye River Café is a lively, family-owned café renowned for its fresh, locally sourced produce, innovative menu, and welcoming atmosphere.
We're seeking a passionate and skilled Full-Time Chef to join our dedicated kitchen team and help us continue delivering memorable dining experiences to our valued customers.
Position Overview
As a Chef at Rye River Café, you'll play a key role in our kitchen, bringing creativity, attention to detail, and efficiency to a fast-paced environment.
This is a permanent, in-person role based in Kilcock, Co.
Kildare.
Key Responsibilities
Food Preparation: Prepare high-quality dishes from scratch, following standardized recipes and ensuring consistency in taste, presentation, and portion sizes.
Cooking: Execute a diverse range of cooking techniques to create an enticing and varied menu.
Quality Control: Maintain strict standards of food quality, freshness, and hygiene throughout all stages of food preparation and service.
Inventory Management: Monitor and manage inventory levels of kitchen supplies, ingredients, and perishables, ensuring efficient usage and minimizing waste.
Kitchen Operations: Oversee day-to-day kitchen operations, including food prep, cooking, cleaning, and equipment maintenance, ensuring a smooth workflow and compliance with food safety regulations.
Team Collaboration: Work closely with the kitchen team, fostering a positive work environment and promoting teamwork.
Adherence to Policies: Follow all company policies, procedures, and health and safety regulations, maintaining a safe and sanitary work environment at all times.
What We Offer
Paid breaks—your time is valued.
Complimentary staff meals during shifts.
Uniforms provided so you're always ready to shine.
Ongoing training and development to help you grow your skills and stay inspired.
A supportive, friendly team environment where your creativity and input are valued.
Qualifications
Strong culinary skills and a genuine passion for food, with a creative flair for menu development and presentation.
Excellent organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to multitask and prioritize effectively.
Knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices, with a commitment to upholding high standards of cleanliness and hygiene.
Effective communication and leadership abilities, with the capacity to work well under pressure and collaborate with a diverse team.
Flexibility to work early mornings, weekends, and holidays as required.
Previous experience as a chef in a busy café or restaurant setting is essential.
Work authorisation: Ireland (required).
Why Rye River Café?
We're a family-run business with a strong team spirit and a commitment to quality.
Our kitchen is fast-paced, well-equipped, and highly organized, with a focus on teamwork and delivering consistent excellence.
You'll have the opportunity to work with fresh, seasonal ingredients and contribute to an innovative menu that our customers love.
If you're ready to bring your culinary skills to a top-rated, family-run café and be part of a passionate, hard-working team, we'd love to hear from you Apply now and help us create outstanding food experiences in Kilcock.
Job Types: Full-time, Temporary
Pay: €*****-€***** per hour
Benefits:
Employee assistance program
Employee discount
Food allowance
Sick pay
Store discount
Wellness program
Application question(s):
Are you currently living in Ireland within a commutable distance to Kilcock?
Experience:
Cafe/restaurant: 2 years (preferred)
Language:
English (preferred)
Work authorisation:
Ireland (required)
Work Location: In person