Fresh Food Area Manager – Cork & Munster Region
We are seeking an experienced Fresh Food Area Manager to oversee operations across multiple supermarket and convenience store locations in Cork and parts of Munster.
As Fresh Food Area Manager, you will support and guide fresh food teams across several stores, ensuring high standards in deli, bakery, butchery, and all fresh food departments.
You will work closely with store managers to maintain excellent quality, drive sales, improve margins, and ensure full compliance with food safety standards.
What’s on Offer:
- €50,000
- Bonus
- Company Car
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee fresh food operations across multiple retail locations in Cork and Munster
- Support and develop deli, bakery, butcher, and fresh food teams
- Ensure strong operational standards and high product quality across all sites
- Monitor sales performance, margins, waste control, and profitability
- Conduct regular store visits and audits to ensure consistency and compliance
- Drive fresh food sales through effective merchandising and promotional execution
- Provide guidance on stock rotation, ordering, and food safety best practices
- Ensure HACCP, hygiene, and food safety standards are upheld across all stores
- Train, mentor, and develop department teams to enhance performance and customer service
Requirements
- Previous experience as a Fresh Food Area Manager, Regional Manager, or Multi-Site Fresh Food Manager
- Strong hands‑on knowledge of fresh food departments (deli/bakery/butcher/produce)
- Proven ability to drive sales, manage margins, and reduce waste
- Strong understanding of HACCP and food safety regulations
- Excellent communication, leadership, and organisational skills
- Ability to travel across Cork and surrounding Munster locations (company car provided)
Apply today via link below.
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Baker – Co. Cork
A fantastic opportunity has opened for a passionate and skilled Baker to join a busy and well-established retail food operation in Rosscarbery, Co. Cork.
This role is perfect for someone who enjoys working with fresh ingredients and wants to help develop and expand the bakery offering within a growing fresh food department.
What’s On Offer?
- €15.50 per hour
- Full-time, permanent position
- Monday to Friday schedule – no weekend work
- Early finish each day (6:00am – 2:30pm)
- Excellent Career Progression
- Opportunity to learn and grow in a high- performing, well – established store.
The Role
- Prepare and bake a range of fresh foods
- Support the development and expansion of the bakery section
- Work closely with deli staff to deliver a strong fresh food offering
- Maintain high standards of food quality, hygiene, and presentation
- Ensure all food safety and HACCP standards are followed
The Candidate
- Previous bakery or fresh food preparation experience preferred
* Passion for baking and working with fresh ingredients
* Reliable, organised, and able to work early morning shifts
* Keen to develop and grow the bakery side of the business
If you are interested in this Baker job opportunity in Cork, then please apply to Nikki Murran via the link below.
All applications will be handled with the strictest confidence.
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Deli Manager
Are you passionate about food and delivering exceptional customer service? Excel Recruitment has the perfect job for you!
Here at Excel Recruitment, we have an exciting new role for a Deli Manager to join our client’s wonderful team in South Dublin. Our client is a well-known and established retailer, who are looking for a passionate individual, who is self-driven and thrives in a fast-paced environment to join their team
This job is perfect for a real foodie who comes from a deli background and wants to take the next step in their career
A generous salary of up to €35k DOE is on offer for this job
Requirements for this job:
- Previous experience managing a team of staff
- Excellent knowledge of HACCP & Food Safety
- Excellent communication skills
- Exceptional customer service skills
- A passion for high-quality food and cooking
Duties include:
- Training and developing staff
- Following HACCP and Food Safety regulations
- Stock ordering and stock rotation
- Managing waste and margin
- Leading the team in terms of customer service
- Creating new deli recipes and ideas
If you are interested in this Deli Manager job, or any other jobs on the Excel Recruitment website, please contact Dylan on 01 871 7664 or apply directly via the link below. All applications will be handled with the strictest of confidence.
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Chef – Dublin
Are you a food passionate chef? Excel Recruitment is seeking an experienced Chef for our fantastic grocery retailer client based in Dublin.
Our client is a competitive food hotspot and values food quality and service in their culture. They have a high standard of customer service and grocery retail excellence.
The ideal candidate will have had previous chef experience and the ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced, team environment. They must work with enthusiasm and communicate effectively within their team.
Our client is offering a competitive salary package DOE
Responsibilities:
- Knowledge of HACCP and other Food Safety protocols
- Monitor stock and waste
- Follow the recipe given to them
- Excellent food preparation and presentation
- Ability to work in a team environment
- Great attention to detail and have an organised approach to work
Requirements:
- Must have previous chef experience
- Good communication & organisational skills
- Knowledge of HACCP & Food Safety
If you are interested in this job opportunity or any other jobs on the Excel Recruitment website, then please apply to the link below. All applications will be dealt with in the strictest of confidence.
Call Hayley Rochford 01-8717648
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Fresh Food Sales Assistant
Calling all Foodies!! Excel Recruitment are currently seeking a Fresh Food Sales Assistant for our client based in Dublin! Our client runs a premium Fresh Food business, with stores across South Dublin and are seeking passionate foodies to join their expanding team.
Our client’s business is a thriving premium Fresh Food business, who have seen massive growth within the business and are now seeking a candidate who can help take their team to the next level.
The ideal candidate for this role will come from a background in Fresh Food in a customer-facing environment, with fantastic customer service skills and a passion for food.
We are seeking candidates who have experience working in a fresh food background and has completed HACCP training. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a business with a wonderful culture and to take the next step in your fresh food career!
There is a fantastic rate of up to €15ph for the successful candidate
Who you are:
- A real foodie with a passion for all things food
- Passionate about delivering exceptional customer service standards
- Must come from a background in Fresh Foods or related industries
- Fully trained in HACCP and food safety regulations
- Ability to thrive in high-pressured, fast-paced environments
Responsibilities for the job:
- To be pro-active in always delivering excellent customer service standards
- Ensure that customer satisfaction is always a top priority
- To drive self-learning about the product range so you can inform and help customers
- To drive innovation through the team
- Ensuring hygiene and HACCP standards are consistently maintained
- To support the site manager in the day-to-day running of the business
If you are interested in this job, or any other Grocery Retail jobs on the Excel Recruitment website, get in touch with Dylan on 01 871 7664 or apply directly below. All applications will be dealt with in the strictest of confidence.
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Senior Chef – Cork
Are you a Senior Chef looking to join one of Irelands longest standing retailers? If so, Excel Recruitment have just the opportunity for you!
Our client, a household name, is seeking a Senior Chef to join their team to drive high standards when it comes to their fresh food offerings. If you hold previous experience successfully leading a team in a busy kitchen environment then this is a not to be missed opportunity.
Alongside a competitive salary package, our client is offering a chance to move away from evening hours.
Responsibilities of this Senior Chef position include:
- Controlling food items in your section according to specifications
- Keeping the kitchen area neat, clean, and sanitary
- Labelling all food items and following HACCP procedures
- Managing and minimising waste
- Preparing fresh desserts and cakes
- Preparing portions of meat, fish, and poultry
- Upholding food safety and temperature standards
Who you are:
- Experience as a Chef in a busy kitchen environment
- Experience managing a team
- A professional, polite manner to lead by example for all staff
- An adaptable, flexible approach to high-pressure situations
- Clear and concise communication skills
If you are interested in this Senior Chef job opportunity, then please apply to Hayley Rochford 01-8717648
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Fresh Food Creator – South Dublin
Are you passionate about fresh food?
Excel Recruitment is seeking a food passionate Fresh Food Creator for our well-known grocery retail client in South Dublin.
Our client is a famous grocery retailer and has outstanding grocery retail standards. They are a food hotspot and have been renowned for their high-quality fresh food.
The ideal individual for this role is an individual with fresh food experience and has excellent customer service skills. They must have a good attitude towards work and enjoy working in a team environment.
Our client is offering a generous salary ranging from €26k to €32k DOE
Responsibilities:
- Food preparation and replenishment of food displays
- Ensuring all HACCP and food safety standards are met, and that all documentation is up to date
- Dealing with customer queries to the highest possible standards
- Bringing forth new ideas to increase sales and standards within the department
Requirements:
- Previous deli/ fresh food/catering experience – not essential
- Genuine passion for customer service
- HAACP certification – training provided
- Ability to work as part of a team in a fast-paced environment
If you are interested in this job, or any other grocery retail jobs on the Excel Recruitment website, please apply directly via the link below. All applications will be dealt with in the strictest of confidence.
Call Dylan 01 871 7664
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Senior Chef – North Dublin
Are you a Senior Chef looking to join one of Irelands longest standing retailers? If so, Excel Recruitment have just the opportunity for you!
Our client, a household name, is seeking a Senior Chef to join their team to drive high standards when it comes to their fresh food offerings. If you hold previous experience successfully leading a team in a busy kitchen environment then this is a not to be missed opportunity.
Alongside a competitive salary package, our client is offering a chance to move away from evening hours.
Responsibilities of this Senior Chef position include:
- Controlling food items in your section according to specifications
- Keeping the kitchen area neat, clean, and sanitary
- Labelling all food items and following HACCP procedures
- Managing and minimising waste
- Preparing fresh desserts and cakes
- Preparing portions of meat, fish, and poultry
- Upholding food safety and temperature standards
Who you are:
- Experience as a Chef in a busy kitchen environment
- Experience managing a team
- A professional, polite manner to lead by example for all staff
- An adaptable, flexible approach to high-pressure situations
- Clear and concise communication skills
If you are interested in this Senior Chef job opportunity, then please apply to Hayley Rochford 01-8717648
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Deli Supervisor – Mayo
Excel Recruitment is excited to announce we are seeking a Deli Supervisor for a leading retailer located in Mayo.
A progressive retailer with a strong focus on its fresh food offerings our client has seen significant growth in the past year and is looking to add to their team. This role will see you work alongside the Deli Manager ensuring standards are maintained and a fantastic customer experience is always provided.
This is the ideal role for a Deli Assistant seeking the next step or an experience Deli Supervisor seeking their next challenge.
Your roles and responsibilities Deli Supervisor:
- Day to day management of the Deli department, managing and delegating tasks to staff members and ensuring all rostered hours are used in a productive manner
- Ensure all HACCP and food safety requirements are met, and that all reports are completed and filed accordingly
- Ordering in of stock, ensure stock control and stock rotation is completed.
- Be creative and have inspiring ideas to go the department.
- Stock taking and counting results
Who you are:
- Previous deli experience, preferably in a senior capacity
- Fully HACCP and food safety trained
- Must have experience in placing orders and managing waste
If you are interested in this Deli Supervisor job opportunity, then please apply to Scott Long via the link below. All applications will be handled with the strictest confidence.
Please Contact: Scott Long 01 871 7654
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Deli Manager
Do you have a passion for fresh food and are looking to take your career to the next step? Here at Excel Recruitment we are seeking a Deli Manager to join our client’s team.
Our client an award-winning retailer is looking to add a dynamic and personable Deli Manager to their team to help progress the department. With a strong background in staff retention, our client is offering a competitive salary package and the perfect opportunity for a senior Deli Supervisor to further their career.
The ideal candidate will be customer-focused, sales-driven and enthusiastic.
Salary: €35k – €40k DOE
Your roles and responsibilities Deli Manager:
- Day to day management of the Deli department, managing and delegating tasks to staff members and ensuring all rostered hours are used in a productive manner
- Ensure all HACCP and food safety requirements are met, and that all reports are completed and filed accordingly
- Ordering in of stock, ensure stock control and stock rotation is completed.
- Be creative and have inspiring ideas to go to the department.
- Stocktaking and counting results
Who you are:
- Previous deli or fresh food experience, preferably in a supervisor or manager capacity
- Excellent customer service skills
- HACCP certification or knowledge
- Excellent communication and motivation skills
If you are interested in this Deli Manager job opportunity, then please apply to Scott Long via the link below. All applications will be handled with the strictest confidence.
Please Contact: Scott Long 01 871 7654
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