KITCHEN COORDINATOR– MID WEST SIMON COMMUNITY, LIMERICK
JOB TITLE: Kitchen Coordinator for Mid-West Simon Services
REPORTS TO: Service Manager of Oak Lodge
CONTRACT: * hours per week
SALARY DETAILS: Dependent on experience
JOB TITLE: Kitchen Assistant & Cooking Instructor
JOB SUMMARY:
We are looking for a dedicated Kitchen Assistant and Cooking
Instructor to join our team. This role involves a combination of
hands-on kitchen maintenance, meal preparation, and teaching basic
cooking skills to others. The ideal candidate has a passion for
cooking, a high standard of cleanliness, and the ability to guide and
instruct people of all skill levels in the kitchen.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
* Cleaning and Maintenance
* Maintain cleanliness and sanitation standards in all kitchen
areas, including counters, equipment, and floors.
* Ensure all cooking utensils, dishes, and tools are cleaned,
sanitized, and properly stored.
* Manage kitchen inventory, including monitoring supplies and
restocking items as necessary.
* Meal Preparation
* Prepare and cook one daily meal, following specified recipes and
guidelines.
* Ensure all dishes meet quality and presentation standards.
* Adjust recipes as needed to accommodate dietary restrictions or
preferences.
* Cooking Instruction
* Teach others basic cooking skills and techniques, ensuring a
hands-on, interactive experience.
* Provide guidance on kitchen safety, hygiene, and equipment usage.
* Develop or adapt easy-to-follow recipes for teaching purposes and
demonstrate each step.
* Offer tips for meal planning, preparation, and cooking techniques.
* Kitchen Organisation
* Assist in organizing kitchen layout for efficient operation.
* Label and store ingredients properly to reduce waste and maintain
freshness.
* Set up and clean teaching stations before and after each cooking
session.
QUALIFICATIONS
* Previous experience in a kitchen, ideally with both cooking and
cleaning responsibilities.
* Strong understanding of food safety and sanitation guidelines-
HACCP knowledge and implementation.
* Ability to communicate clearly and instruct others in a
supportive, friendly manner.
* Passion for food, cooking, and teaching.
SKILLS:
* Detail-oriented with a focus on cleanliness and safety.
* Good organizational and multitasking abilities.
* Patience and flexibility in teaching others, adapting instruction
to different skill levels.
* Team player with a positive attitude and commitment to continuous
learning.
WORKING HOURS:
This is a full-time position, depending on the needs of the facility.
Some evenings or weekends may be required for cooking classes.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
* * days paid annual leave- with an increment
of one day annually up to a max of * days.
* 1 gifted day off for your birthday and 1 day off for Christmas
Shopping Day.
* Pension entitlement- after 1 years’ service
* Access to Employee Assistance Program.
* Internal/External recruitment process
* Access to further training and education.
* Bike to work scheme
* Flexible working hours
* Paid maternity leave of up to *% of salary
TO APPLY:
Please send your CV and Cover Letter to **APPLY ON THE WEBSITE** BY
4TH DECEMBER **APPLY ON THE WEBSITE**.
All job offers will be subject to Garda vetting and reference checks.
_Mid-West Simon Community is an equal opportunities employer and
welcomes applications from all sections of the community._
_Mid-West Simon Community Project funded by Limerick City and County
Council and HSE._
We need : English (Good)
Type: Permanent
Payment:
Category: Others
