Chef de Partie

Avoca operates in 14 locations across the country. After all this time, the ethos of Avoca remains the same. We cherish our time-honoured traditions, which have been lovingly passed down through several generations. Our skills might be steeped in a long and rich tradition, but our attitude is to look to the future. We are now heralded as one of Ireland’s most exciting retail stores, with a host of award-winning cafes, restaurants and food markets crammed with artisanal ingredients from near and far.Chef de Partie - MonkstownJob Specification A Chef de Partie’s role is to prepare food, dishes and recipes in line with Avoca standards and quality.Key Responsibilities: Maintain the highest standards in food hygiene, service & presentation (HACCP & Health & Safety Legislation) Assist with menu planning and menu costings to ensure that the budgeted Gross Profit Margin is achieved, eliminating waste where possible. Assist with food orders in line with company purchasing policy, ensuring that only suppliers from the approved supplier list are used.To ensure that any Food Safety/Quality records assigned to you are being carried out daily within the kitchen and related areas, without exception. To lead the performance of the team to deliver the highest standards of food for our clients.To share responsibility with the Head Chef for the checking, probing, and signing of all food deliveries to ensure that only the highest standards of produce is accepted into the unit. To ensure that food presentation is innovative, and at the required temperatures are recorded on the appropriate charts. To assist with carrying out stock takes as appropriate. To review the kitchen hazard list every week with the Head Chef To maintain good communications and working relationships with your client, customers, and all staff. Key Requirements: Relevant culinary qualification or experience1-2 years’ experience in a Professional kitchen.Experience of H.A.C.C.P. documentation Experience of menu planningAbility to work on own initiative and as part of a teamMaintain high standards of personal hygiene Professional and Courteous mannerAbility to manage multiple tasks Ability to deal and communicate effectively with staff and customers at all levels Ability to follow accurately and issue instructions, written or oral  Why work with us?We're always on the lookout for like-minded folks to join our merry band of men and women. So, apart from coming to work with your amazing teammates every day, we also offer the following benefits:Pension SchemeProfessional Development Employee Referral BonusComplimentary & concession staff mealsFamily Friendly PoliciesEmployee Assistance ProgrammeLife Assurance BenefitCycle To Work SchemeHealth & Wellness ProgrammesAvoca is an equal opportunities employer.