Larder Chef – South Dublin

Pastry & Starter Chef – Renowned Fine Dining, Monkstown

We are seeking an experienced and creative Pastry/Starter Chef to join the kitchen team of a prestigious fine dining restaurant in Monkstown. This is an excellent opportunity to work in a high-end setting where quality, innovation, and attention to detail are central, and where your skills in crafting exquisite pastries and starters will be celebrated.

Role Overview:
As Pastry/Starter Chef, you will take responsibility for producing a range of beautifully presented sweet and savory dishes. Working closely with the Head Chef and kitchen team, you’ll help develop and refine menu items, ensuring consistency, creativity, and the highest standards across service. This role offers the chance to work with premium ingredients in a collaborative and professional kitchen environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare pastries and starters to exacting standards, balancing creativity with consistency
• Collaborate with the kitchen team to develop seasonal menu items and innovative dishes
• Ensure proper handling, storage, and rotation of ingredients to maintain freshness and reduce waste
• Follow all food safety, hygiene, and health & safety procedures at all times
• Assist with menu planning and the creation of new pastry and starter concepts
• Supervise and support junior staff, providing guidance and training as needed
• Maintain a clean, organized, and service-ready section throughout each shift

Candidate Requirements:

• Proven experience as a Pastry/Starter Chef, ideally in a fine dining or high-end restaurant
• Expertise in both sweet and savory preparations with strong emphasis on presentation
• Passion for using fresh, seasonal ingredients and producing high-quality dishes
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Attention to detail and commitment to maintaining consistent standards
• Strong knowledge of food safety and hygiene regulations
• Ability to perform under pressure and collaborate effectively with a team
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and peak service periods

Salary & Benefits:

• Competitive salary, dependent on experience
• Subsidized meals and accommodation options (where available)
• Career development and professional growth opportunities

Why Join Us?

• Work in a celebrated fine dining restaurant that encourages creativity and innovation
• Be part of a talented and passionate kitchen team dedicated to excellence
• Opportunity to craft visually stunning and flavorful dishes with premium ingredients
• Support for ongoing professional development and career progression

If you are a passionate, creative, and detail-oriented Pastry/Starter Chef ready to take your career to the next level, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today with your CV to join our exceptional team.

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