Kitchen Assistant
Apleona Ireland • Cork
Grand Parade 8, Cork
At Apleona, We are always on the lookout for talented and dynamic individuals to join our team. We are currently recruiting for a Kitchen Assistant to be based In Cork
Shift Pattern Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 09:00 - 14:15
Main duties and responsibilities
- Contributing to a team culture focused on exceptional service, every time, for everyone.
- Providing excellent customer service by being attentive, responsive, and friendly.
- Communicating effectively with clients, guests, and team members
- Upholding consistent standards in presentation and products, regularly assessing progress based on client feedback to enhance experiences.
- Contributing to creating a positive work environment
- Adhering to all Health and Safety guidelines, including proper handling of kitchen equipment and utensils.
- Adhering to Company rules, and professional standards and procedures (COSHH, EHO, Food Hygiene standards)
- Maintaining a clean and safe working environment, reporting any hazards or incidents promptly
- Assisting in the timely preparation of menu items under the guidance of the Chef or Catering manager.
- Assisting with the setup of catering equipment, tables, chairs, and decorations according to event specifications.
- Collaborating with the catering team to create visually appealing and organized displays.
- Providing friendly, attentive, and timely service to create an exceptional experience for our clients.
- Assisting in plating and presenting dishes to maintain high-quality standards, ensuring correct meal portions to minimise waste.
- Reporting any defects in equipment or premises to the line manager.
- Supporting catering staff during events by ensuring a smooth flow of service.
- Addressing customer requests and inquiries in a professional and friendly manner.
- Performing any other ad hoc duties as deemed necessary
Qualifications and experience
- Previous experience in a similar environment
- Ability to multitask. and works well under pressure.
- Be able to communicate clearly with managers, kitchen, and dining room personnel.
- Excellent customer service skills and a team player.
- Garda vetting required
We look forward to your application
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“At Apleona FoodSpace, we have always believed that great workplace food starts with responsibility. For over a decade, we’ve been shaping a food philosophy rooted in sustainability, transparency and quality local produce. While this approach is now becoming standard across the industry, we continue to look ahead – rethinking how food can help futureproof our planet. From working closely with farmers and producers to operating zero‑waste kitchens and cooking everything from scratch, we explore every step of the food system with care, creativity and purpose.”
"No two weeks are ever the same in catering, which is exactly what I love about the role. My work combines hands-on cooking with leading and developing a strong team, alongside managing the day-to-day realities of a busy site. I started my career as a chef in 2010 and joined FoodSpace in 2023, progressing to Chef Manager in 2024. The most rewarding part of my job is seeing the team grow, thrive, and work together in a positive, supportive kitchen culture.”
