Test Kitchen Cook

Summary

From our Head Office to the shop floor and everywhere in between our primary goal is to create and deliver a fantastic customer journey for everyone who shops at Lidl.

With over 7,000 colleagues across our stores, warehouses and offices in Ireland and Northern Ireland we are a big and ambitious team. We know our people are our greatest asset and our success is down to the commitment and dedication of our team.

As a Test Kitchen Cook, you will be responsible for preparing and cooking products according to the provided instructions and sensory guidelines, ensuring food safety is adhered to at all times. You will manage inventory, comply with business processes, and participate in international audits and visits. This role requires flexibility in working hours, primarily on Tuesdays and Wednesdays, with a total of approximately 13 hours per week.

What you'll do

• Ensure all products are cooked as per preparation instructions on pack
• Prepare all products according to the sensory guidelines
• Complete weekly inventory of stock in test kitchen
• Comply with business processes and procedures to enhance quality, efficiency and output including participating in International audits and visits
• Attend all designated training sessions
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned

What you'll need

• Passionate about Lidl products
• Chef/cook background
• Professional kitchen experience desirable
• English speaking
• Food safety course certification (HACCP)
• Excellent organisational skills
• Full driving licence required

What you'll receive

We offer a competitive and transparent salary system, that ensures pay equality across all positions at Lidl 

• €17.99 per hour
• Approximately 13 hours per week
• 20 days paid holiday per annum pro rata
• Excellent full time / training programme / career progression opportunities available
• Access to all internal learning & development opportunities
• Dynamic work environment
• Modern office facility with free parking & subsidised canteen
• Free on-site gym
• Mobile and broadband discounts with Three network

Lidl is an equal opportunities employer. If you have any particular requirements, we will ensure any reasonable accommodations are implemented as part of the recruitment and selection process. We value diversity and inclusion in our workplace and want to ensure that all applicants have the same opportunity regardless of gender, civil status, family status, sexual orientation, age, disability, race, religious belief, political opinion or membership of the traveller community.