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Kitchen Assistant. Cooking Experience Needed.

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    Full-time
    Mid Level
  • Hospitality & Retail
  • Limerick
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AI generated summary

  • You must have 3 years culinary experience, excellent HACCP knowledge, strong communication skills, and a passion for food. Ability to work well under pressure and in all kitchen areas is essential.
  • You will support the kitchen team by preparing ingredients, assisting in cooking, maintaining cleanliness, and ensuring efficient service during busy shifts in a dynamic environment.

Requirements

  • Must be able to command a busy kitchen operation and must be hands on
  • Must be passionate about operations and working in the kitchen
  • Excellent culinary background required
  • Have excellent HACCP & hygiene awareness
  • Be able to work in all areas of the kitchen
  • Be able to work under pressure whilst also producing excellent cuisine
  • Confident working on your own initiative and also part of a successful team
  • Have experience in a busy restaurant operation
  • Must be standards driven and detail-orientated
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Must be customer focused and evaluate customer service levels with a focus on continuous improvement
  • Attention to detail and persistence is a necessity
  • Excellent product knowledge, must display a genuine passion for food
  • 3 years culinary experience in a similar establishment
  • Previous experience is essential
  • Excellent knowledge of Food and Beverage product and operations
  • Fluent in English, second language an advantage
  • Have full permission or hold a valid visa to work in the EU

Responsibilities

  • The Role:
  • This is an exciting opportunity to join an award winning team known for providing the highest level of service in our market.

FAQs

What is the role of a Kitchen Assistant in your establishment?

The role involves supporting the kitchen team in providing high-quality culinary service, maintaining kitchen operations, and ensuring food hygiene standards.

What are the benefits offered to Kitchen Assistants?

Kitchen Assistants enjoy 29 days of holiday including public holidays, exceptional gratuities, a generous staff food policy, flexible working schedules, opportunities for career growth, dedicated learning support, and advanced training programs.

Is previous cooking experience required for this position?

Yes, excellent culinary background and previous experience in a busy restaurant operation are essential for this role.

What are the working hours for the Kitchen Assistant position?

The position offers flexible and part-time schedules to suit individual needs.

What skills are important for the Kitchen Assistant role?

Important skills include a passion for operations, excellent HACCP and hygiene awareness, ability to work under pressure, strong communication skills, attention to detail, and a customer-focused mindset.

How many years of experience are required for the ideal candidate?

The ideal candidate should have at least 3 years of culinary experience in a similar establishment.

Is knowledge of food and beverage products necessary for this role?

Yes, excellent knowledge of food and beverage products and operations is required.

Do you require candidates to speak any specific languages?

Fluency in English is required, and a second language is considered an advantage.

Do Kitchen Assistants need to provide proof of work eligibility?

Yes, candidates must have full permission or hold a valid visa to work in the EU.

What type of training is available for Kitchen Assistants?

Kitchen Assistants have access to over 1000 e-learning courses and advanced training programs, including opportunities to advance to management training.

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2016
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

The SpitJack is a Rotisserie Brasserie opening in Spring 2017. It is a rotisserie concept and the first of its kind, offering only the highest quality Irish produce. All of our menus revolve around the rotisserie and we will open from breakfast to bedtime.