The Pepper Pot is looking for a passionate, organized, and experienced Kitchen Manager to lead our culinary team. We are famous for our commitment to seasonal Irish produce, cooking from scratch and a bustling daytime atmosphere.
We need a leader who isn't just a great cook, but a great mentor. You will be responsible for maintaining our high standards of food quality while ensuring the kitchen runs like clockwork.
What You’ll Be Doing
Team Leadership: Managing, training, and inspiring a hardworking kitchen team.
Menu Execution: Working closely with seasonal Irish vegetables and locally sourced produce to deliver our signature dishes.
Operations: Managing stock control, ordering, GP margins, and maintaining rigorous HACCP standards.
Kitchen Culture: Fostering a positive, efficient, and professional working environment.
The Ideal Candidate
Essential Experience: Proven track record in a management or head chef role within a fast-paced environment.
Product Knowledge: A genuine love for Irish ingredients and the ability to work creatively with the seasons.
Leadership Style: A "lead by example" attitude—calm under pressure and excellent at communication.
Organizational Skills: Sharp eye for detail regarding food costs, waste management, and scheduling.
Why Join Us?
Work-Life Balance: Truly daytime hours. Reclaim your evenings!
Quality Focus: Work with the best local suppliers and high-quality seasonal produce.
Competitive Salary: We value experience and pay accordingly.
Prime Location: Based in the beautiful, historic Powerscourt Centre in Dublin City centre.
To Apply: Please send your CV and a cover letter about your experience with seasonal cooking to Marian at pepperpotcafe@gmail.com
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
Company events
Company pension
Employee discount
Food allowance
Work Location: In person