Commis/deli chef

Gourmet Food Parlour are looking for an enthusiastic upcoming kitchen star to join our Salthill team. As a versatile and enthusiastic Commis/Deli Chef, you'll play a crucial role in our kitchen, showcasing your culinary talents in both traditional kitchen operations and the vibrant world of deli creations. This dynamic position offers a unique opportunity to experience various aspects of the culinary arts, from food preparation and cooking to deli-style presentations. Whether you're crafting gourmet sandwiches, preparing salads, or assisting with hot food stations, your passion for flavor and dedication to quality will shine through in every dish you create.Duties and Responsibilities:Deli Creations: Take center stage in our deli section, preparing a variety of gourmet sandwiches, salads, and other deli offerings with a focus on freshness and flavor.Hot Food Assistance: Support the kitchen brigade in hot food preparation, ensuring dishes are cooked to perfection and presented with finesse.Food Preparation: Assist in the preparation of ingredients, including slicing meats, cheeses, and vegetables for sandwiches and salads. Presentation: Master the art of perfect presentation, making our offerings visually appealing and enticing to our customers.Culinary Collaboration: Work closely with the kitchen team, contributing your creativity and ideas to enhance our deli menu offerings.Quality Control: Ensure that all deli items meet our high standards of taste, quality, and freshness before they reach our customers.Inventory Management: Monitor stock levels, restocking as needed, and keeping an organized and efficient deli station.Food Safety and Hygiene: Adhere strictly to food safety and hygiene standards, maintaining a clean and sanitized work area at all times.Time Management: Manage your time effectively, ensuring timely preparation and delivery of deli items during busy service hours.Team Interaction: Interact with front of house team, adapting orders to customer specifications where required and ensuring each order is exactly as the customer expects, with extra attention given to allergens or dietary needs.Adaptability: Embrace the multi-faceted nature of the role, easily transitioning between deli and hot food stations based on the kitchen's needs.Qualifications and Skills:Culinary Passion: A genuine passion for cooking and a keen interest in deli-style cuisine.Culinary Education: While formal culinary education is beneficial, practical experience and a willingness to learn are equally valuable.Versatility: Ability to handle both deli and hot food preparations, adapting to different culinary techniques and styles.Creativity: A flair for creativity in food presentation and a desire to contribute innovative ideas to our menu offerings.Team Player: Excellent teamwork and communication skills to collaborate effectively with the kitchen brigade and front-of-house staff.Attention to Detail: A keen eye for detail to ensure that menu items are prepared and presented to the highest standards.Time Management: Efficient time management skills to balance tasks and deliver prompt service during busy periods.Food Safety Awareness: Basic knowledge of food safety and hygiene practices, or a willingness to learn and comply with established standards.BenefitsAccess to our Flow training platformDiscounted foodFree coffeeExcellent career progression opportunitiesEmployee assist programWelcome to the heart of our culinary delights! As a Commis/Deli Chef, you'll bring excitement to our kitchen operations, creating memorable experiences for our customers through delectable deli offerings and mouthwatering hot dishes. So, let your culinary creativity flow, and let's embark on a delightful culinary journey together!