Vacantes en Irlanda (Dublin) de chef

NOW Group are an award-winning social enterprise who delivers services across

Northern Ireland supporting people with learning difficulties, autism and neurodiverse conditions into jobs with a future.

Our Café in Kilmainham Square Dublin 8 is our newest member to the Loaf Family.

The Café has become a go to spot in the local area for residents, commuters and

Tourists. We are now ready to drive our business to the next level, establishing

ourselves with corporate catering to businesses in the local area and beyond.

We are seeking a Chef Manager with a conscientious and innovative approach to join our team in Dublin 8. The ideal candidate will have a commitment to delivering

exceptional service and a passion for high-quality food. This customer-facing role

requires a proactive individual who can take our business to the next level.

Mission

Supporting people with intellectual disabilities and autism into jobs with a future.

Vision

A society where people with intellectual disabilities live, work and socialise as valued citizens.

Main Responsibilities

Take full responsibility for the delivery of our food service, including the introduction of new and innovative menu options.

Ensure all services are appropriately staffed and manage any arising issues.

Balance daily menus to meet customer requirements.

Adapt and prioritise in line with business needs at short notice.

Maintain the highest standards of Health and Safety and HACCP in the catering facility.

Manage and develop the catering team.

Train and mentor the catering team and participants, ensuring front-of-house operations run smoothly, demonstrating a ‘can-do’ attitude at all times.

This job description is not definitive and may be subject to review as the duties and responsibilities determine

Please note that employment with NOW Group may be subject to a check from the Garda Vetting Bureau.

Personnel Specification

Essential Criteria

Experience managing or operating in a high-standard food service environment

Ability to be flexible and adaptable and to work evenings, weekends and public holidays as required.

Third-level qualification in HACCP, Culinary Arts, or Professional Cookery.

Strong interpersonal skills.

Commercial acumen with strong organisational and problem-solving abilities.

Desirable Criteria

Bakery or Patisserie qualification.

Advanced food Hygiene Certificate or willing to work towards same.

Experience of working with adults with intellectual disabilities.