Café / Kitchen Assistant

Kiltipper Woods Care Centre - Dublin 24

We are currently looking to recruit a part-time   Cafe / Kitchen Assistant  to join our highly motivated and focused Kitchen Team.

Kiltipper Woods Care Centre provides a comprehensive range of specialist nursing care, rehabilitation and convalescence care. Winner in the Irish Healthcare Awards 2018 and 2019.

Main duties and responsibilities include:

• Responsible for the smooth operation of the coffee shop.
• Maintain comprehensive menu, and ensure customer satisfaction
• To ensure all procedures (HACCP, Health & Safety and Food Safety Management) are maintained to the required standards, including food temperatures, date recordings, correct storage of food
• Cleaning and preparation of the Coffee Shop and outside eating area to ensure a high-quality service is delivered to all customers
• To be creative and assist in dish and menu development and planning. Participates in evaluating new recipes and products
• To be creative in the presentation of food and dishes
• To participate in the organization of ordering, cost control and wastage of food
• To implement and follow strict rules of personal hygiene
• Participates in the preparation of food and beverages following standardised recipes and procedures
• Estimates food needs for the coffee shop on a daily basis
• Replenishing food and beverage levels throughout the day as appropriate 
• Preparing and serving hot and cold dishes, sandwiches and confectioneries
• Plans and maintains the storage and use of leftover and uncooked food
• Ensure adequate stock of crockery, cutlery and napkins

The ideal candidate will have:

• Ability to work efficiently and keep calm under pressure
• Stamina and enthusiasm
• Ability to work well in a team
• Good communication skills
• High standards of personal hygiene
• Passionate interest in food and catering
• Food Hygiene Training is desirable
• Must possess a valid work permit

Benefits:

• A modern state-of-the-art facility
• A pleasant working environment
• Relaxed atmosphere
• Comprehensive Induction programme
• Earliest start is 8:00 am
• Latest finish 5:30 pm
• Ongoing training opportunities
• Staff discount in Cafe
• Free onsite parking

Kiltipper Woods Care Centre is an equal-opportunity employer.