Aidan Roche, Head Chef, Founder, and Director of Poulet-Vous, brings over a decade of diverse experience in the restaurant and food service industry, spanning both Ireland and Vancouver, Canada. Graduating with Honours in Practical Professional Cookery from Cork Institute of Technology in 2015, Aidan has honed his skills in Michelin-starred restaurants, five-star hotels, gourmet delis, and butchers.With a passion for excellence and a commitment to quality service, Aidan has cultivated a sterling reputation in the Cork hospitality scene, renowned for his attention to detail and innovative culinary offerings. His journey includes management roles in renowned establishments, including Michelin-starred restaurants and the successful management of Meat & Bread, a gourmet sandwich shop in British Columbia, Canada.In response to the challenges posed by the Covid-19 pandemic, Aidan embraced the opportunity to embark on a new venture. Leveraging his expertise and entrepreneurial spirit, he founded Poulet-Vous, a thriving business located in Cork City's Marina Market. Poulet-Vous distinguishes itself with a blend of locally sourced ingredients and a diverse menu featuring Korean fried chicken, gourmet sandwiches, and fresh vegetarian and vegan options, providing a unique culinary experience in Cork City.Under Aidan's leadership, Poulet-Vous has experienced remarkable growth and acclaim since its inception. The business has witnessed consistent revenue growth, attracting a significant portion of patrons aged 16 to 40. Notably, Poulet-Vous has garnered widespread attention on social media platforms, collaborated with influencers, and featured on RTE's Takeaway Titans. Furthermore, the establishment's dedication to excellence has been recognised with a nomination for Best Casual Dining at the Irish Restaurant Awards 2022. In September 2023 , Aidan opened a new Korean BBQ street food restaurant in the Marina Market.Driven by a commitment to innovation, quality, and customer satisfaction, Aidan Roche continues to lead Poulet-Vous towards new heights of success, shaping the culinary landscape of Cork City and beyond. Connect with Aidan to explore opportunities for collaboration and culinary excellence.
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DirectorPoulet Vous Limited May 2021 - PresentCork, County Cork, Ireland -
Chef De PartieIchigo Ichie Jan 2020 - Nov 2022County Cork, Ireland
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Head ChefMeat And Bread Oct 2018 - Nov 2019Vancouver, Canada Area• Training all staff including Sous Chefs in Lean Techniques to reduce waste and maximise productivity.• Providing excellent customer service to guests dealing with any complaints that might arise.• Increasing sales and minimising costs across the board including food, beverage, supply, utility and labour costs to ensure monthly targets are achieved without sacrificing quality.• Food safety practices, ensuring consistent and accurate records are kept and staff are aware of company and FSA standards.• Ordering produce and goods, stock control and safe rotation to reduce waste.
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Head ChefMeat And Bread Nov 2018 - Sep 2019Vancouver, Canada Area
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Chef De PartieWildebeest Restaurant Apr 2018 - Nov 2019Vancouver, Canada Area• Responsible for ordering and managing goods and produce to keep in line with quality standards.• Managing and running of my allocated section to work in a team and uphold completion of tasks within allotted time frames.• Research and development of new recipes, product improvement and market expansion.• Controlling and improving cost measures while retaining the highest standards.
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Chef De PartieBasalt Wine And Salumeria Sep 2017 - Apr 2018Vancouver, Canada AreaCompilation and practice of quality control plans and standards across the business, highlighting the importance of quality and consistency. Ensuring Business’ health and safety procedures are practiced by all staff. Comply with Hazard analysis critical control points (HACCP) in coherence with E.U and FSA standards.
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Event CoordinatorPieta House Sep 2016 - Apr 2018County Cork, Ireland• Work in a team to organize facilities and manage all event details such as decor, catering, entertainment, transportation, location, invitee list, special guests, equipment, promotional material etc.• Proactively handle and solve arising issues, emerging problems or safety concerns to minimize risk, harm or non- success.• Conduct market research to gather information and negotiate contracts prior to closing any deals. -
Chef De PartieThe Doyle Collection May 2014 - Jun 2016County Cork, IrelandRecipe development and standardisation to ensure consistency of produce for the consumer. Ordering of produce and recruiting local suppliers while ensuring highest standards of quality. Responsible for running a specific department of the kitchen, in particular; butchery and larder, pastry and sauce. -
Food And Beverage SupervisorFota Island Resort Jun 2012 - Aug 2014County Cork, IrelandCash handler / Key holder. Supervise and evaluate staff to ensure daily performance targets are achieved within allotted time schedules. Organize and coordinate operations to ensure maximum efficiency. Enforce adherence to regulations and quality standards.
Aidan Roche Education Details
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Culinary Arts/Chef Training
Frequently Asked Questions about Aidan Roche
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Aidan Roche works for Poulet Vous Limited
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Aidan Roche's current role is Director of Poulet Vous Ltd.
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Aidan Roche attended Cork Institute Of Technology.
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