The purpose of the post is to oversee and prepare/serve freshly cooked meals to clients and staff at the required times and in accordance with policy and statutory standards.

The post holder will be working as part of a team, reporting to the Catering Manager and supporting the Catering Officers and deputising in their absence. The post holder will supervise Grade I, Grade II Chefs and other catering staff in the performance of their duties and in compliance with local and statutory standards.

Informal Enquiries: 

Percy Kuriakose - percy.kuriakose@hse.ie

Professional Qualifications, Experience, etc

Eligible applicants will be those who on the closing date for the competition:

• Have obtained a Professional Cookery award at minimum Level 6 on National Framework of Qualifications (NFQ) or equivalent maintained by the Quality and Qualifications Ireland (QQI).

                                          Or

• Have obtained an equivalent qualification to (i) from another jurisdiction.

                                         Or

• Be currently employed as a Chef in the Irish Health Service.

                                        And

• Have at least three years satisfactory experience in cooking for an institution or other establishment, catering for a large number of persons.

                                       And

• Candidates must possess the requisite knowledge and ability, including a high standard of suitability and professional ability, for the proper discharge of the duties of the office.

 Relevant Attachment:  

CHB Job Spec - H 128.25 - Senior Chef