Location: Dublin 2, Ireland
Employment Type: Full-time
Salary: €36,605 per annum
Working Hours:
Mon – Thu: 05:30 – 14:30 (8 hours work + 1 hour unpaid break)
Friday: 05:30 – 13:30 (7 hours work + 1 hour unpaid break)
About GRAMA Limited (Trading as It’s A Trap)
GRAMA Limited, trading as It's A Trap, is a 100% plant-based café and retail hub in Dublin 2. We operate on a "trap" philosophy: creating specialty bakes and savory items so high in quality that they appeal to all palates, effectively bridging the gap between vegan and non-vegan communities. As a community staple, we balance an inclusive, queer-friendly atmosphere with a rigorous commitment to specialty coffee and sustainable food.
Role Overview
We are seeking a visionary Chef de Partie to lead our plant-based pastry and bakery department. This role is designed for a creative leader capable of driving culinary innovation from initial concept through to commercial launch. The ideal candidate will combine classical artistry with contemporary design thinking to produce market-leading products that embody our brand’s distinctive identity.
Key Responsibilities
•Artisan Production Management: Oversee the daily production of premium plant-based breads and pastries, ensuring rigorous consistency within a high-tempo commercial environment.
•Bespoke Pastry Design: Concept and execute sophisticated modern pastries, including mousses, macarons, and signature hyper-realistic fruit-shaped desserts.
•Strategic Recipe Innovation: Spearhead the development of seasonal, plant-based recipes that uphold our "trap" philosophy: delivering high-quality, undetectable vegan alternatives.
•Operational Excellence: Direct production planning and quality control protocols, leveraging extensive experience in managing bespoke and made-to-order patisserie operations.
•Compliance & Sustainability: Ensure total adherence to Irish and EU food safety, hygiene (HACCP), and labelling regulations while prioritizing ethical ingredient sourcing.
•Mentorship: Act as a creative lead, inspiring junior team members and maintaining superior standards of presentation and brand storytelling.