Chef de Partie

About Avoca

Avoca operates in thirteen locations throughout Ireland. While deeply rooted in longstanding traditions handed down through generations, Avoca embraces a forward-looking vision. Today, it stands as one of Ireland’s premier retail destinations, featuring award-winning cafés, restaurants, and food markets stocked with artisanal ingredients sourced both locally and internationally.

Role Overview

The Chef de Partie will be tasked with preparing dishes and recipes consistent with Avoca’s high standards and quality expectations.

Key Responsibilities

• Uphold exceptional standards in food hygiene, service, and presentation, complying with HACCP and Health & Safety regulations.
• Support menu planning and cost assessments to ensure budgeted gross profit margins are met while minimizing waste.
• Manage food ordering in alignment with company purchasing policies, sourcing only from approved suppliers.
• Ensure rigorous adherence to daily Food Safety and Quality records within the kitchen and related areas without exception.
• Lead and inspire the kitchen team to consistently deliver top-quality food to clients.
• Collaborate with the Head Chef to inspect and approve all incoming food deliveries, guaranteeing the highest quality produce.
• Monitor innovative food presentation and maintain temperature records accurately using required charts.
• Assist with inventory stocktakes as necessary.
• Review and update the kitchen hazard list weekly alongside the Head Chef.
• Maintain effective communication and positive relationships with clients, customers, and colleagues.

Qualifications and Experience

• Formal culinary credentials or equivalent practical experience.
• Between one and two years of experience in a professional kitchen environment.
• Familiarity with HACCP documentation.
• Experience in planning menus.
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team.
• Maintenance of high personal hygiene standards.
• Professional and courteous conduct at all times.
• Capacity to multitask efficiently.
• Strong communication skills to interact effectively with staff and customers at various levels.
• Ability to follow and provide accurate instructions, whether written or verbal.

Benefits

• Participation in a pension scheme.
• Daytime working hours exclusively, with no split shifts.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• Employee referral bonuses.
• Complimentary and discounted meals for staff.
• Family-friendly workplace policies.
• Access to an Employee Assistance Programme.
• Life insurance benefits.
• Cycle to Work initiative.
• Health and wellness programs to support well-being.

Equal Opportunities

Avoca is committed to creating an inclusive work environment and is an equal opportunities employer.