My client, a leading provider of catering, retail, and facilities management services, currently seeking a reliable and experienced Chef de Partie to take full ownership of a busy corporate kitchen in Newcastle West, Co. Limerick on a short term basis.

Position Overview:

As a Relief Weekend Chef, you will be responsible for the full running of the kitchen across weekend service, providing cover as required on-site in Newcastle West. This is a standalone role, so you must be confident managing all aspects of the kitchen independently, from food preparation through to service and clean-down.

You will be responsible for delivering high-quality, freshly prepared meals while maintaining excellent standards of hygiene, organisation, and efficiency. This role suits a chef who is comfortable stepping into different environments, working alone when required, and managing their own section without supervision. Previous experience in a structured, high-volume or contract catering environment is highly desirable.

This is a weekend position (Saturday & Sunday) with hours of 7:00am – 4:00pm, offering a pay rate of €18 per hour.

Requirements:

• Min 2+ years’ experience at Chef de Partie level
• Experience working in a similar standalone or contract catering kitchen
• Strong knowledge of HACCP and food safety standards
• Ability to work independently and manage a kitchen alone
• Reliable, organised, and confident in decision-making
• Full right to work in Ireland

Responsibilities:

• Take full responsibility for the kitchen during weekend shifts
• Prepare and cook high-quality meals in line with site requirements
• Manage your own prep, service, and clean-down
• Maintain high standards of hygiene and food safety
• Ensure all HACCP procedures are followed and documented
• Keep the kitchen organised, efficient, and running smoothly

Benefits:

• Comeptitive salary of €18 per hour
• Weekly Pay
• Consistent weekend work (Saturday & Sunday)
• Daytime hours (7:00am – 4:00pm)
• Strong level of autonomy in a well-structured kitchen
• Opportunity to gain experience within a leading organisation
• Excellent work-life balance with full weekday flexibility

If you feel like you fit the above requirements and are currently seeking an exciting new challenge, please forward your CV for immediate consideration and confidential call back to discuss the role in more detail.

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