KITCHEN ASSISTANT - WPEP Scheme - MONKEY & FOX LIMITED - Dublin
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This Work Placement Experience Programme provides Participants with an opportunity to gain meaningful work experience, learning and training while on the programme. This programme is for jobseekers who are in receipt of qualifying social welfare payments and those transferring from a social welfare scheme or an ETB Training Allowance.Your eligibility for this programme will be verified by the Department as part of the application process.
Job Description
Foxy Lounge is an exclusive modern Italian dining destination where sophistication and culinary artistry unite. We are passionate about exceptional food and creating a welcoming atmosphere. We are a new business with big aspirations, our goal is to become one of the best Italian restaurants in Dublin 4.
We're offering a work experience opportunity for a Barista/Kitchen assistant who will learn the inner workings of a restaurant in a growing hospitality business.
The candidate will be trained as a barista and will learn all aspects of professional coffee making. They will learn how to take and process orders. They will assist with cleaning the kitchen equipment, waste management, dishwashing, keeping the kitchen floors and work areas not only clean but also safe and basic food prep including chopping, peeling, and portioning.They will also support the kitchen by restocking stations, organising cold storage and dry goods, and learning essential food safety practices including HACCP and allergen management.
This is a great opportunity to build hands-on kitchen experience with support from an experienced Head Chef in a restaurant environment.
Role Description
No prior experience is necessary for this role.
Accredited and/or sector recognised training will be provided to support your placement. Participants are eligible to participate in the WPEP QQI Work Experience Module which was developed by the Education & Training Boards in collaboration with the Department of Social Protection.This optional module will fulfil your accredited training requirements for the WPEP.
The participant will receive formal and informal training in the following areas:
Role Description
Formal Training:
Barista TrainingKitchen Skills
Customer Service & Front-of-House
POS-Learn how to confidently operate a Point of Sale (POS) system with our hands-on training.
Taking orders and communicating efficiently
Processing payments (cash, card, digital)
Handling discounts, refunds, and receipts
Opening and closing the till
Order flow & communication with baristas/kitchen
Informal Training: Personal Hygiene
Food Safety BasicsStorage and Temperature Control : FIFO (First In, First Out) inventory management
Safe Food PreparationCleaning and Sanitizing
Allergen Awareness
Food Safety Laws and Regulations
Health & Safety Training
- Sector:
- Not Required
Candidate Requirements
Essential- Minimum Experienced Required (Years):