Chef Apprenticeship

3 weeks ago

Ennis, Clare, Ireland Dromoland Castle Hotel & Country Estate Full time

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Dromoland Castle, one of Irelands most prestigious destinations, is currently recruiting for a Chef Apprentice. This is a unique opportunity to become part of an award-winning culinary team and gain exceptional training through a structured apprenticeship programme. If you are passionate about food, eager to learn, and excited to build a career in fine dining, this role is for you.

What Youll Be Doing

  • Understand the days business, service needs, and menu offerings
  • Prepare dishes in a timely and consistent manner, ensuring top presentation standards
  • Minimise waste and support cost-effective kitchen practices through portion control
  • Uphold the highest standards of food hygiene and HACCP compliance
  • Participate in a collaborative, professional kitchen environment
  • Learn, practice, and refine advanced culinary techniques
  • Supervise a specific section in the kitchen and assist in training Commis Chefs

About The Apprenticeship Programme

This Chef Apprenticeship is an ''earn and learn degree pathway, combining hands-on professional experience with academic study through a Technological University Culinary Arts Chef De Partie Apprenticeship - TUS.

Through This Programme, You Will
  • Gain advanced culinary skills
  • Develop supervisory and leadership capabilities
  • Learn the 'why' behind culinary methods
  • Follow a structured curriculum blending classroom theory and real-world practice
  • Be mentored by senior chefs at one of Irelands most historic luxury hotels

The Ideal Candidate
  • Interested in or recently completed a 3rd-level qualification in Culinary Arts
  • Previous kitchen experience (hotel or fine dining preferred)
  • Passionate, creative, and eager to develop in a fast-paced kitchen
  • Detail-oriented and organized, with excellent time management skills
  • A strong team player with great communication and problem-solving skills

Why Choose Dromoland Castle?
  • Work in a 5-star, world-renowned culinary setting
  • Learn from award-winning chefs
  • Career growth and progression opportunities
  • Supportive team culture focused on training and mentorship
  • Earn a salary while pursuing your degree

If you're ready to take the next step in your culinary journey and earn a degree while gaining invaluable experience, we want to hear from you

Skills

Chef Culinary Kitchen Apprentice HotelSeniority level
  • Seniority levelInternship
Employment type
  • Employment typeFull-time
Job function
  • Job functionManagement and Manufacturing
  • IndustriesFood and Beverage Manufacturing

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