Retail Manager – Kitchen and Home
Our client a unique and specialised Kitchen & Home Accessories retail boutique in the heart of Dublin City is seeking to recruit a Retail Manager to join the business. Known for their fantastic offering of homeware brands, their passion for offering the best in service and in class, this is a great job opportunity for a passionate retail manager with experience or in-depth knowledge for home accessories, cooking, baking or kitchen appliances and beautiful pieces.
As retail manager you will be a strong leader with excellent commercial acumen. You will love selling your wares and motivating your team to achieve their goals and targets. This role will offer you the responsibility for stock ordering, merchandising, and ensuring all web orders are managed.
This job may suit a retail Assistant Manager looking to take ownership of their own store or a current store manager with a love for home and kitchen appliances.
Responsibilities for the job of Retail Store Manager
- Responsible for the overall commercial success of the store
- Lead, manage and motivate a team of 6+ sales consultants.
- Working closely with the store owner on the day-to-day performance of the store including product ordering, sales analysis and store presentation.
- Ensuring excellent customer service and engagement is always delivered.
- Implementing promotions and seasonal events in line with store and calendar plan
- Ensuring high store standards and compliance with health & safety
- Train and educate the team on all product knowledge.
Skills and Requirements
- 2 years + retail management experience within a service-oriented retail store
- Passionate for homewares/ Kitchen ware essential
- Strategic thinker with excellent commercial acumen
- Strong sales management experience
- Great communication skills
- Inspirational and motivational
Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Bonus
- Staff discount
- Investment in training & development
- Contract: 40 hours a week.
Should you be interested in hearing more about this job opportunity, please update your c.v to the link provided or contact Aislinn 018717604
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Homeware Buyer
My client, a luxury retailer in fashion, home & living, gifts, and much more is seeking to recruit a Homeware Buyer. The successful candidate will develop the business strategies by sourcing, selecting, and purchasing a broad range of homeware and lifestyle brands. Dublin City based.
Package
- Generous salary doe
- Bonus
- Pension
- Agile Working
- Staff Discount
Responsibilities for this Homeware Buyer role include:
- Source and select merchandise assortments consistent with the strategy of the store and place orders with suppliers.
- Collaborate with different business areas including Finance, Marketing, Creative, etc.
- Manage and build commercial and business relationships with our suppliers and partners and monitor and evaluate existing suppliers.
- Analyse sales of your department identifying areas for improvements.
- Liaise with the multi-channel team ensuring the range is visible online and recommend adjustments to drive online business.
- Partaking in buying trips and participating in the buying process ensuring that merchandise quality, mix, and taste reflects company image.
- To work with the Finance Director and Living & Home Director to prepare and review budgets and ensure you work within limits set to achieve target sales and margins.
- To monitor and control stock levels in homeware and build close relationships with the DC and after-sales team.
- To plan merchandise promotions/advertising in consultation with the homeware director, marketing, buyers, and general managers
- To identify slow-turning stock problem areas and take appropriate action while ensuring that markdowns are kept within budgetary limits.
Requirements for this Homeware Buyer role include:
- Industry experience in leading organisations at Buyer level, preferably with a homeware background.
- Proven ability to project manage multiple tasks/projects simultaneously, applying strong time management qualities to meet the required deadlines
- Strong leadership skills and an ability to inspire buying teams.
- Commercially focused, experience with budgets, and a proven ability to achieve stretching commercial targets.
- Proven track record of generating new business and achieving revenue growth.
Aoife Clarke is handling the recruitment for this role in complete confidentiality. Please upload your CV below and she will be in touch should you have the correct experience for the position. For more jobs like this, please visit the Excel Recruitment website or call 01 871 7613 for more information. Unfortunately, due to volume only suitable applicants can be contacted.
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Accounts Assistant
Excel Recruitment is seeking a Senior Accounts Assistant for our client in Dublin City center. This is a senior position in the Finance Team and will report directly into the Finance Manager. This position would suit a senior accounts assistant, with experience in a busy office, who is looking for a new and exciting challenge.
Responsibilities
- Working on Accounts Payable, ensuring all supplier payments, Quotes and PO’s and invoices are recorded correctly
- Working on Accounts Receivable, ensuring income is received, recorded correctly and bank lodgements are completed
- Recording income from various revenue streams within the business and reconciliation of accounts
- Collating all data and producing reports to show performance against financial budgets and targets
- Preparing and uploading files for Revenue
- Preparing month end accounts up to Trial Balance
- Ad hoc projects and administration duties for the Finance Manager
Requirement
- Part Qualified Accounting Degree, ACCA, CIMA or CPA
- 3 Years experience in a similar position
- Professional working knowledge of Sage 50
- Excellent attention to detail while working to tight deadlines
If you would like to apply for this Senior Accounts Assistant position, please apply through the link below. All applications will be received in the strictest of confidence. If you have any questions, you can contact Laurence on 01-8717605.
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As a forklift driver, you will mainly be working in the loading bays, loading, and unloading deliveries safely. Your crucial work keeps the warehouse running smoothly and keeps customer satisfaction high.
Forklift Driver responsibilities:
- Driving industrial trucks and specialising in warehouse transportation.
- Loading and unloading warehouse materials and optimising loads to ensure operational efficiency.
- Safely stacking large quantities of goods onto shelves or pallets.
- Moving goods from storage areas to loading areas for transport.
- Unloading deliveries safely.
- Ensuring that Forklift driving areas are free from obstructions.
Forklift Driver requirements:
- A valid forklift license and experience.
- Be a meticulous driver.
- To keep a clean and safe work environment for themselves and others
- Follow quality service standards and directions from the supervisor.
- Must have own transport or live nearby.
- Good organisational and time management skills
Benefits of this General Operative job:
- Paid holiday days and bank holiday pay
- Immediate start
- Team-based environment.
- On-site parking available.
If you would like to apply for this job please don’t hesitate to send in your CV for this General Operative job, we would love to hear from you. If you require further information, please call Alan at Excel Recruitment on 01-8717676
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General Manager, Daytime, Dublin City, €60K Package
We at Excel Recruitment are currently seeking a Catering General Manager for One of Ireland’s leading Hospitality and Catering Companies.
This is a fantastic opportunity for an individual with a strong Hospitality background to step into a Monday to Friday daytime position that still maintains the highest level of standards.
Benefits of the General Manager Job Include:
- A highly Competitive salary and benefits package
- Monday to Friday, daytime schedule
- Continuous training and development within a large company
Responsibilities of the General Manager job include:
- Manage the day-to-day operations and ensure service delivery is of the highest standard along with delivering meticulous attention to detail.
- Engage and form a strong professional relationship with the client as the main point of contact for the company.
- Prepare and review the allocation of operational budgets to meet the requirements of the contract.
- Ensure that all financial targets and KPI’s are achieved within a framework of financial control.
What you need to be considered for the General Manager job include:
- Previous management experience in a similar role, 4/5 Star Hotels or High-end Restaurants
- Excellent interpersonal and the ability to develop relationships with stakeholders.
- Hold to a consistently high level of standard.
- Up to date working knowledge on modern trends in all forms of Hospitality.
- Up to date SOP’s and procedures both in front and back of house including audits and appraisals.
If this is a position that may interest you then please don’t hesitate to apply through the link to Neil or get in touch on 0876256793 in the utmost confidence
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Are you a passionate chef looking for a rewarding opportunity in Dublin? Look no further! We’re seeking dedicated individuals to join our culinary team for a temporary ongoing basis, contribute to our mission of delivering exceptional dining experiences. As a Chef with our team, you’ll be an integral part of our kitchen operation, bringing your creativity, skill, and dedication to every dish you prepare.
The opportunity to work Monday to Friday mornings to give you a great work life balance.
Chef Responsibilities:
- Prepare and cook high-quality dishes according to our recipes and standards.
- Ensure food safety and sanitation practices are always followed.
- Collaborate with the kitchen team to develop new menu items and specials.
- Maintain a clean and organised work space.
- Adhere to all health and safety regulations.
Chef Requirements:
- Previous experience working as a chef or line cook in a professional kitchen.
- Strong knowledge of culinary techniques and best practices.
- Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
- Flexibility to work morning shifts, Monday to Friday.
- Eligibility to work in Ireland.
Benefits:
- Competitive pay rate of €18-€21 per hour.
- Opportunity for ongoing temporary employment.
- Gain valuable experience in a reputable culinary establishment.
- Work with a supportive team in a positive work environment.
- Potential for career advancement and growth opportunities.
If you’re ready to take the next step in your culinary career and join our team, please contact Gheorghe, , 0874297616 to apply for this exciting opportunity.
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Restaurant Manager- 5* Hotel- €45K plus
Excel Recruitment are currently seeking a creative and innovative Restaurant Manager at one of Dublin’s most prestigious 5* Hotels.
This is an unmissable opportunity for a career professional who is seeking an opportunity with real progression that will truly establishing them in the higher echelon of Ireland’s and the International hospitality Industry.
Benefits of the Restaurant Manager Job include:
- A highly competitive starting salary
- Equal share of gratuities and service charge
- A slew of company benefits including wellness packages as standard and discounts on both Irish and International Hotels within the Group
- Clear, consistent, and ongoing career progression and upskilling programs with firm guidance on achieving your long term career aspirations while under the mentorship of some of Ireland’s most successful Hotel professionals.
Responsibilities of the Restaurant Manager Job include:
- Manage food and beverage operations to ensure quality service and standards while delivering a guest experience that is unique.
- proactively driving strategies to effect product enhancements and operating efficiencies achieving optimum financial returns, whilst ensuring highest levels of Employee and guest satisfaction
- Participate in the preparation of the annual departmental operating budget and financial plans.
- Monitor budget and control expenses with a focus on food, beverage, and labour costs.
- Provide a clear and concise planning for Food & Beverage in conjunction with Outlet Managers for Yearly Revenue and Communicate all revenue targets to all leaders, supporting each other and achieving the collective goals.
- Adapt according to business mix, without loss of quality or established standards
Analyse daily and monthly results and implement strategies to improve Average Checks, Covers and profitability in collaboration with the Events team, identify additional sales opportunities to enhance revenue.
- Manage local food and beverage marketing programmes for the hotel; participate in and maintain system-wide food and beverage marketing programmes and promotions.
- Monitor local competitors and industry trends.
- Educate and train all team members in compliance with local laws and safety regulations.
- Participate and lead training sessions and act as an example for performance standards.
- Ensure employees are properly trained on quality and service standards, has the necessary tools and equipment, and is empowered to carry out job duties.
- Conduct quarterly appraisals with direct reports, providing guidance towards personal competency, training and development opportunities
- Review and approve menu design and concepts with Executive Chef.
Requirements of the Restaurant Manager Job include:
- Previous experience in a similar position within high end Restaurants or Hotels
- A full working knowledge of modern and classic F&B trends with a forward thinking mentality and collaborative nature
- Excellent verbal communication, and the ability to convey information clearly and effectively.
- Strong leadership, initiative and delegation skills.
- Responsible, goal oriented and organized.
- Meticulous attention to detail and ability to multitask.
- Demonstrate effective leadership skills, leading by example regarding presentation, customer care, commitment, and professionalism.
If this sounds like an opportunity that you may be interested in or if you are a Hospitality professional who would like to discuss their options confidentially, then please feel free to contact Neil, our expert Hospitality Consultant in total confidence either through this ad, LinkedIn or directly on 0876256793.
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Excel Recruitment is currently looking for Medical Administrators for our client based in North Dublin.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced administrator or Medical Administrator who enjoys working in a fast-paced and varied role. Our client is looking to add to their team in North Dublin.
Key Responsibilities Include:
- Providing clerical support to the Clinical teams
- Dealing with patient queries by phone and email
- Managing, planning and organising appointments
- Manage and respond to calls and queries in a professional manner
- Data Entry
- Processing of patient information
Requirements:
- Minimum of 2 year’s admin experience ideally in a medical setting but not essential
- A reliable individual with strong understanding of the importance of confidentiality and discretion
- Available to start immediately
- Good organisation and communication skills
- Fluent written and spoken English
- Ability to work in a team
- Experience with Microsoft applications
- Easily accessible by bus/train
In Return
- Pay rate of €15.33ph
- Monday to Friday – 35 hour week
- Long term positions for the right candidate
Should you be interested in this Medical Administrator position, please upload your CV to the link provided and Laurence will look after your application. Unfortunately, due to volume, only suitable applicants can be contacted. For more jobs, please visit the Excel Recruitment website
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Excel Recruitment are currently seeking a Front of House Manager to join the team at a Luxury 5* Hotel in Dublin City. The successful candidate will be a career professional with aspirations of promotion within the Hotel Industry. This Hotel has been an institution for training and development to the highest standards which has produced some of the Hospitality Industries most sought after professionals. This opportunity can put your professional career on a fast track to Operational Hotel management.
Benefits of the Front of House Manager Job include:
- A highly competitive starting salary along with equal share of service charge and gratuities
- Regular company appreciation events
- A fast track to career progression both in Ireland and internationally within Hospitality
- full database for training and upskilling
- Company wellness package
Responsibilities of the Front of House Manager Job include:
- Working knowledge of all Hotel Services, operating hours, F&B concepts, special promotions/ packages, layout and ambience.
- Daily house count and expected arrivals/departures (particularly VIPs).
- Scheduled daily group activities, names, and location of meeting/banquet rooms.
- Review daily residence list and be familiar with guests’ names and preferences.
- Accommodate all guest requests expediently and courteously. Follow up with designated hotel personnel to ensure completion of request.
- Monitor and update handover and profile notes throughout the shift.
- Oversee all cashiering procedures.
- Create schedules based on business demands and colleagues requests. Check daily to ensure the following day is set up for success.
- Balance the rooms inventory.
- Oversees group business, reviewing and ensuring details of conference resumes are met and serves as a liaison with the conference conveners.
- Working knowledge all emergency procedures and general crisis management, including fire and emergency procedures
- Conduct and coordinate timely performance appraisals for all team members.
- Develop, implement, and maintain new staff incentives.
- Mentor the FOH team towards achieving the highest levels of exceptional guest service and colleague satisfaction results, through the application of all Corporate and property standards and policies.
- Maintain strong lobby presence throughout shift
- Strong focus on development and implementation of departmental goals and projects in the areas of occupancy and yield management, guest service and standards, health and safety, and employee engagement.
- Actively seek feedback from colleagues and guests and follows up by taking appropriate action.
- Ensure effective utilization and productivity of all employees in the FOH Team, including involvement in forecasting, payroll, scheduling and adhering to budget parameters.
- Conduct pre-shift meetings/line ups with staff and review all information pertinent to the day’s business.
- Anticipate sold out situations and know how many rooms are overbooked. Locate alternative accommodations for guests and ‘walk’ guests, following hotel policies and procedures, with the support of reservations team.
- Print credit check reports and review status of each account. Follow up on accounts beyond approved credit limits.
- Review group handovers/BEOs for arriving groups; organise and coordinate master accounts and check-in/pre-registration procedures.
Requirements of the Front of House Manager Job include:
- Previous experience in a similar position within 4/ 5-Star Hotels.
- Working knowledge of Opera or Hotsoft operating systems.
- Excellent verbal communication, and the ability to convey information clearly and effectively.
- Strong leadership, initiative and delegation skills.
- Responsible, goal oriented and organized.
- Meticulous attention to detail and ability to multitask.
- Demonstrate effective leadership skills, leading by example regarding presentation, customer care, commitment, and professionalism.
If this sounds like an opportunity that you may be interested in or if you are a Hospitality professional who would like to discuss their options confidentially, then please feel free to contact Neil, our expert Hospitality Consultant in total confidence either through this ad, LinkedIn or directly on 0876256793.
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Merchandiser
Excel Recruitment is delighted to be recruiting for this fashion-forward global retail client. My client is seeking an experienced and passionate Merchandiser to join their modern head office in Dublin city centre. This is a wonderful opportunity to join one of the fastest growing multinational retail fashion companies.
Package
- Salary €60 – 75k doe
- Bonus
- Pension
- Health care
- 27 days AL
- Generous relocation package
Responsibilities of this Merchandiser job include:
- Working in conjunction with the buying teams to provide support and direction on strategic, commercial, and analytical decision making with a particular focus on regional requirements.
- Focus is on maximising sales and profitability by ensuring the right product for each region.
- Weekly reports on sales performance, presenting relevant information on actual vs projected.
- Analysing, interpreting, and presenting data.
- Daily sales tracking against performance.
- Presenting information on smaller product ranges.
- Learning to forecast sales to better develop sales plans.
Requirements of this Merchandiser job include:
- Experience working within a fast-paced Merchandising role in a related retail environment.
- A love for fashion.
- Excellent communication and organisational skills.
- Strong numerical and analytical skills.
- Team player.
- Educated to degree level standard.
- Ability to build and maintain effective communication channels.
Aoife Clarke is handling the recruitment for this role in complete confidentiality. Please upload your CV below and she will be in touch should you have the correct experience for the position. For more jobs like this, please visit the Excel Recruitment website or call 01 871 7613 for more information. Unfortunately, due to volume only suitable applicants can be contacted.
