Chef

Overview

We are seeking an experienced and passionate Chef to join a busy hospitality operation in Dublin City Centre (Dublin 2). This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled culinary professional who thrives in a fast-paced kitchen environment and takes pride in delivering consistently high-quality food. The ideal candidate will be confident working across service, maintaining strong kitchen standards, and contributing to a positive team culture.

In this role, you will help prepare and execute menu items to a high standard, support smooth day-to-day kitchen operations, and ensure food quality, presentation, and hygiene standards are consistently met. This position is well suited to someone who is organised, reliable, and able to perform under pressure while maintaining attention to detail.

Day-to-Day Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook, and plate dishes in line with established recipes, portion controls, and presentation standards.
• Support daily kitchen operations, including prep work, stock rotation, and service readiness.
• Maintain high standards of food safety, hygiene, and cleanliness in accordance with HACCP and kitchen procedures.
• Monitor food quality throughout service and ensure consistency across all orders.
• Assist with inventory checks, ordering, and proper storage of ingredients and supplies.
• Work collaboratively with kitchen and front-of-house teams to ensure efficient service.
• Contribute to menu execution and, where appropriate, suggest improvements to dishes and processes.
• Help reduce waste by managing ingredients carefully and following portioning guidelines.

What Makes This Role Unique

This is a hands-on chef position in a prime central Dublin location, offering the chance to work in a high-traffic, dynamic environment with strong exposure to a diverse customer base. You will be part of a team where quality, pace, and consistency matter, and where your culinary skills will have a direct impact on guest experience. For the right candidate, this role offers the opportunity to develop within a professional kitchen and be part of a reputable hospitality operation in the heart of the city.

• Previous experience working as a Chef, Cook, or similar role in a busy hospitality kitchen.
• Strong knowledge of food preparation techniques, kitchen operations, and service standards.
• Good understanding of food safety, hygiene, and HACCP principles.
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to consistent food quality.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.
• Flexibility to work shifts, including evenings, weekends, and public holidays as required.
• Right to work in Ireland.
• Formal culinary training or a relevant hospitality qualification is an advantage.

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Opportunity to work in a central Dublin location with strong footfall and energy.
• Meals provided during shifts.
• Staff discounts where applicable.
• Supportive team environment with opportunities to learn and grow.
• Stable full-time hours in a professional hospitality setting.
• Potential for career progression within the kitchen team.