Assistant Restaurant Manager – Fast Food – Kildare
Are you an experienced fast food or hospitality supervisor looking to take the next step into management?
We are currently recruiting an ambitious and hands-on Assistant Restaurant Manager to join a busy, high-volume quick service restaurant in Co. Kildare.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-established business where you will play a key role in driving operational excellence, leading a high-performing team, and delivering an exceptional customer experience.
What’s on Offer
- €38k – €40k
- Performance-related bonus
- Staff discount
- Free on-site parking
Key Responsibilities
- Support the Restaurant Manager in the overall day-to-day management of a busy, fast-paced restaurant
- Lead by example on the shop floor, creating a positive, energetic, and customer-focused culture
- Coach, mentor, and develop supervisors and team members to maximise individual and team performance
- Recruit, onboard, and train new employees, ensuring they are fully competent in operational procedures, HACCP, food safety, and customer service standards
- Prepare and manage weekly staff rosters, ensuring labour costs are effectively controlled while maintaining excellent service levels
- Monitor daily, weekly, and monthly sales performance, identifying opportunities to increase revenue and profitability
- Analyse key business KPIs including labour percentage, food cost, waste, productivity, and customer satisfaction, implementing action plans where necessary
- Oversee stock ordering, deliveries, inventory control, and supplier management to maintain excellent product availability while minimising waste
- Ensure food preparation, presentation, and service consistently meet brand standards
- Maintain exceptional standards of cleanliness, hygiene, and food safety throughout all areas of the restaurant
- Ensure full compliance with HACCP, food safety legislation, company procedures, and health & safety regulations
- Handle customer queries and complaints professionally, resolving issues quickly while delivering an outstanding customer experience
- Support promotional campaigns and local marketing initiatives to help drive sales growth
- Conduct regular team briefings and provide ongoing coaching and performance feedback
- Assist with administrative duties including reporting, cash management, banking, payroll support, and operational documentation
- Take responsibility for the restaurant in the absence of the Restaurant Manager, ensuring smooth operations at all times
- Foster a culture of teamwork, accountability, and continuous improvement across the business
The Ideal Candidate
- Minimum of 3 years’ management or supervisory experience within a fast food, quick service restaurant (QSR), takeaway, or high-volume hospitality environment
- Strong leadership skills with a proven ability to motivate, coach, and develop teams
- Excellent understanding of restaurant operations, including labour scheduling, stock management, food cost control, and waste reduction
- Commercially minded with experience analysing KPIs and implementing improvements to drive sales and profitability
- Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise effectively in a fast-paced environment
- Confident communicator with excellent interpersonal and problem-solving skills
- Passionate about delivering exceptional customer service and creating memorable guest experiences
- Thorough understanding of HACCP, food safety legislation, and health & safety compliance
- Experience managing stock ordering, inventory, and supplier relationships
- Comfortable managing cash handling, banking procedures, and daily financial reconciliation
- Positive, proactive, and hands-on leadership style with a strong work ethic
- Flexible and adaptable, with the ability to perform under pressure during busy trading periods
Apply today to find out more.
INDALAN
Deli Manager – Co. Kildare
Excel Recruitment is currently recruiting a Deli Manager on behalf of our client’s busy convenience store in Co. Kildare. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced and motivated deli professional to join a successful retail business and oversee a strong team focused on delivering high-quality food and excellent customer service.
Salary: €33k – €35k
Responsibilities:
- Oversee the day-to-day running of the deli department, ensuring high standards of food quality, freshness, and presentation
- Lead, train, and support deli staff to deliver outstanding customer service and maintain a positive team environment
- Control stock levels, manage ordering, and monitor waste and margins to achieve department targets
- Ensure full compliance with HACCP, food safety, and health & safety regulations at all times
- Create and promote seasonal menus and meal deals to help drive sales and attract customers
- Review daily sales and identify opportunities to improve performance and increase revenue
- Maintain excellent standards of cleanliness, organisation, and product availability across the deli
- Work closely with store management and other departments to ensure smooth daily operations
Requirements:
- Previous experience in a deli management or supervisory position within a supermarket, forecourt, or convenience store
- Strong leadership ability with experience managing and developing a team
- Excellent understanding of HACCP, food safety, and hygiene standards
- Proven ability to achieve strong sales and margin performance
- Strong organisational, communication, and customer service skills
- Passion for fresh food and maintaining high-quality standards
- Flexibility to work a range of shifts, including early mornings and weekends
If you are interested in this Deli Manager position in Co. Kildare, please apply directly to Lee Dunne via the link below. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence.
INDLEE
Deli Manager – Dublin
Excel Recruitment is currently recruiting a Deli Manager for our client’s busy store in Dublin. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced fresh food professional to take full responsibility for a high-performing deli department and lead a team in delivering exceptional quality and customer service.
Salary: €37k – €40k
Responsibilities:
- Manage the day-to-day operations of the deli department, ensuring high standards of food quality, freshness, and presentation
- Lead, train, and motivate the deli team to deliver excellent customer service and maintain strong team performance
- Oversee stock control, ordering, waste management, and margin performance to meet department targets
- Monitor sales and identify opportunities to drive revenue and improve profitability
- Ensure full compliance with HACCP, food safety, and health & safety regulations
- Develop and implement promotions, meal deals, and seasonal offerings to enhance customer engagement
- Maintain high standards of cleanliness, organisation, and merchandising throughout the deli
- Work closely with store management and other departments to support overall store performance
- Recruit, train, and develop team members to build a strong and capable deli team
Requirements:
- Previous experience in a Deli Manager role within a supermarket, convenience store, or forecourt environment
- Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage, motivate, and develop a team
- Excellent knowledge of HACCP and food safety standards
- Proven track record of achieving strong sales and margin results
- Strong organisational and communication skills
- Customer-focused with a passion for fresh food and maintaining high standards
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
- Flexibility to work a range of shifts, including early mornings and weekends
If you are interested in this Deli Manager job opportunity in Dublin, please apply to Lee Dunne via the link below. All applications will be handled with the strictest confidence.
INDLEE
Assistant Deli Manager – Co. Kildare
Excel Recruitment is currently recruiting an Assistant Deli Manager for our client’s busy store in Co. Kildare. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced deli professional looking to take the next step in their career and support the management of a high-performing fresh food department.
Salary: €37k – €37.5k
Responsibilities:
- Support the Deli Manager in the day-to-day running of the deli department
- Ensure high standards of food quality, freshness, and presentation are consistently maintained
- Supervise, train, and motivate staff to deliver excellent customer service
- Assist with stock control, ordering, waste management, and margin performance
- Ensure full compliance with HACCP, food safety, and health & safety regulations
- Monitor sales performance and help identify opportunities to drive revenue
- Maintain excellent standards of cleanliness, organisation, and merchandising
- Step in to manage the department in the absence of the Deli Manager
- Work closely with store management and other departments to ensure smooth operations
Requirements:
- Previous experience in a deli supervisory or senior deli role within a supermarket, convenience store, or forecourt
- Strong leadership skills with the ability to support and develop a team
- Good knowledge of HACCP, food safety, and hygiene standards
- Experience working towards sales and margin targets
- Strong organisational and communication skills
- Passion for fresh food and delivering high standards
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
- Flexibility to work a range of shifts, including early mornings and weekends
If you are interested in this Assistant Deli Manager job opportunity in Co. Kildare, please apply to Lee Dunne via the link below. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence.
INDLEE
Deli Manager – Co. Limerick
Excel Recruitment is delighted to be recruiting a Deli Manager for our client’s busy convenience store in Co. Limerick. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced and enthusiastic deli professional to join a thriving retail business and lead a high-performing team in delivering top-quality food and service.
Salary: €17.50 – €18 per hour
Responsibilities:
- Manage the daily operations of the deli department, ensuring excellent food quality and presentation
- Supervise, train, and motivate staff to provide exceptional customer service and maintain strong teamwork
- Manage stock levels, ordering, waste, and margin control to meet profit targets
- Ensure full compliance with HACCP, food safety, and health & safety regulations
- Develop and implement seasonal menus and meal deals to drive sales and increase customer engagement
- Monitor daily sales performance and identify opportunities to increase revenue
- Maintain high standards of cleanliness, organisation, and product availability throughout the deli
- Ensure excellent communication and collaboration with store management and other departments
Requirements:
- Minimum 2-3 years’ experience in a deli management or supervisory role within a supermarket, forecourt, or convenience store
- Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and develop a team
- Excellent knowledge of HACCP, food safety, and hygiene procedures
- Proven track record in delivering strong sales and margin results
- Excellent organisational, communication, and customer service skills
- Passion for fresh food and commitment to maintaining high standards
- Flexibility to work a variety of shifts, including weekends and early mornings
If you are interested in this Deli Manager job opportunity in Co. Limerick, then please apply to Lee Dunne via the link below. All applications will be handled with the strictest confidence.
INDLEE
Deli Manager – Co. Kildare
Excel Recruitment is currently recruiting a Deli Manager on behalf of our client’s busy convenience store in Co. Kildare. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced and motivated deli professional to join a successful retail business and oversee a strong team focused on delivering high-quality food and excellent customer service.
Salary: €33k – €35k
Responsibilities:
- Oversee the day-to-day running of the deli department, ensuring high standards of food quality, freshness, and presentation
- Lead, train, and support deli staff to deliver outstanding customer service and maintain a positive team environment
- Control stock levels, manage ordering, and monitor waste and margins to achieve department targets
- Ensure full compliance with HACCP, food safety, and health & safety regulations at all times
- Create and promote seasonal menus and meal deals to help drive sales and attract customers
- Review daily sales and identify opportunities to improve performance and increase revenue
- Maintain excellent standards of cleanliness, organisation, and product availability across the deli
- Work closely with store management and other departments to ensure smooth daily operations
Requirements:
- Previous experience in a deli management or supervisory position within a supermarket, forecourt, or convenience store
- Strong leadership ability with experience managing and developing a team
- Excellent understanding of HACCP, food safety, and hygiene standards
- Proven ability to achieve strong sales and margin performance
- Strong organisational, communication, and customer service skills
- Passion for fresh food and maintaining high-quality standards
- Flexibility to work a range of shifts, including early mornings and weekends
If you are interested in this Deli Manager position in Co. Kildare, please apply directly to Lee Dunne via the link below. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence.
INDLEE
