Chef Apprenticeship

Overview

Dromoland Castle, one of Ireland's 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 You'll Be Doing

• Understand the day's 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 Ireland's 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

Seniority level

• Not Applicable

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Management and Manufacturing

Industries

• Hospitality

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