Fresh Food Area Manager – Cork
Excel Recruitment are seeking an experienced and commercially driven Fresh Food Area Manager to oversee and support the fresh food operations across multiple retail stores in the Cork region.
This is a senior leadership opportunity for a passionate food retail professional who thrives on driving standards, growing sales, and developing high-performing teams.
This role offers a salary of €65,000 – €70,000, a strong benefits package, Excellent work-life balance and the opportunity to join a progressive and growing retail business.
What’s on Offer?
- Attractive salary package of €65,000-€70,000 DOE
- Performance-related bonus structure
- Company car and fuel card
- Private pension contribution
- Laptop and mobile phone provided
- Excellent work-life balance
- Opportunity to join a progressive and growing retail business
- Autonomy to make a real impact across multiple stores and teams
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead and support fresh food operations across multiple stores
- Drive sales growth, profitability, participation, and margin performance across all fresh categories
- Build strong working relationships with store managers, suppliers, and fresh food teams
- Train, mentor, and develop fresh food personnel to deliver best-in-class standards
- Ensure all stores maintain full HACCP and food safety compliance
- Support stores through regular visits, audits, coaching, and operational guidance
- Oversee waste control systems and identify opportunities for efficiency improvements
- Develop innovative fresh food concepts, menus, promotions, and merchandising initiatives
- Analyse sales performance, margins, and KPIs while delivering weekly targets
- Ensure excellent customer service standards are consistently achieved
Key Requirements:
- Proven experience in senior fresh food management or multi-site fresh food operations
- Strong commercial acumen with experience managing sales, margins, budgets, and profitability
- Excellent knowledge of HACCP, food safety, and compliance standards
- A hands-on leadership style with the ability to motivate and develop teams
- Passion for fresh food retail and delivering outstanding customer experiences
- Strong communication, organisational, and relationship management skills
- Experience with Digitally systems is advantageous
- Strong IT and reporting skills, including Microsoft Office
- Full clean driver’s licence required
If you are interested in this Fresh Food Area Manager job opportunity in Co. Cork, then please apply to Nikki Murran via the link below.
All applications will be handled with the strictest confidence.
INDNIK
Butcher
Excel Recruitment is currently hiring a Skilled Butcher for a well-established retail client in South Dublin .
We are looking for a candidate with a strong background in butchery who can deliver exceptional customer service and contribute to a high-quality, fast-paced environment.
Hourly : €16ph – €18ph
Responsibilities of this Butcher:
- Provide excellent customer service and advice on cuts, preparation, and cooking of meats
- Ensure all products are displayed and merchandised to a high standard
- Maintain high levels of hygiene, safety, and food quality in line with HACCP guidelines
- Manage stock levels, orders, and waste control
- Work effectively as part of a team and support colleagues as needed
Requirements of this Butcher:
- Proven butchery experience is essential
- Strong knife skills and knowledge of meat cuts
- Excellent customer service skills
- Ability to work in a fast-paced retail environment
If you’re ready to step into a Butcher role and make an impact in grocery retail, we’d love to hear from you! Send your CV via the link below or call Cian Lynders on 01 871 7664.
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Butcher Manager – Coolock
Excel Recruitment is currently hiring a Skilled Butcher for a well-established retail client in Coolock.
We are looking for a candidate with a strong background in butchery who can deliver exceptional customer service and contribute to a high-quality, fast-paced environment.
Salary: €50,000 – €55,000
Responsibilities of this Butcher:
- Provide excellent customer service and advice on cuts, preparation, and cooking of meats
- Ensure all products are displayed and merchandised to a high standard
- Maintain high levels of hygiene, safety, and food quality in line with HACCP guidelines
- Manage stock levels, orders, and waste control
- Work effectively as part of a team and support colleagues as needed
Requirements of this Butcher:
- Proven butchery experience is essential
- Strong knife skills and knowledge of meat cuts
- Excellent customer service skills
- Ability to work in a fast-paced retail environment
If you are an experienced butcher looking to further your career in a dynamic and rewarding retail environment, apply today!
To apply, please click on the link below.
INDCIAN
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
Fresh Food Manager – Ennis, Co. Clare
We are currently seeking an experienced and motivated Fresh Food Manager to lead the fresh food department of a high-performing retail store in Ennis, Co. Clare.
This role offers a competitive salary of €55,000-€60,000, ongoing training and development opportunities, and clear pathways for career progression within a growing retail group.
What’s on Offer?
- Salary €55,000 – €60,000 depending on experience
- Company Pension Scheme
- Enhanced Annual Leave
- Career progression opportunities within a growing retail group
- Staff discounts and additional benefits
- Supportive leadership environment with autonomy to run your department
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead, develop, and motivate the fresh food team to achieve performance targets
- Ensure excellent product quality, presentation, and availability across all fresh food categories
- Drive sales growth and margin improvement through effective planning and execution
- Manage stock control, ordering, waste reduction, and supplier relationships
- Ensure full compliance with HACCP, food safety, and hygiene regulations
- Implement strong merchandising and promotional strategies
- Deliver outstanding customer service and respond to customer feedback
- Schedule staffing effectively to meet business needs
Key Requirements:
- 3+ years’ experience in fresh food management or senior supervisory role in retail or food service
- Strong knowledge of fresh food operations (deli, bakery, butchery, etc.)
- Proven ability to lead and motivate a team
- Strong commercial awareness with experience managing KPIs (sales, margin, waste)
- Excellent understanding of HACCP and food safety standards
- Strong organisational and communication skills
- Passion for food, retail, and customer service
If you are interested in this Fresh Food Manager job opportunity in Ennis, Co. Clare, then please apply to Nikki Murran via the link below.
All applications will be handled with the strictest confidence.
INDNIK
Butcher
Excel Recruitment is currently hiring a Skilled Butcher for a well-established retail client in South Dublin .
We are looking for a candidate with a strong background in butchery who can deliver exceptional customer service and contribute to a high-quality, fast-paced environment.
Hourly : €16ph – €18ph
Responsibilities of this Butcher:
- Provide excellent customer service and advice on cuts, preparation, and cooking of meats
- Ensure all products are displayed and merchandised to a high standard
- Maintain high levels of hygiene, safety, and food quality in line with HACCP guidelines
- Manage stock levels, orders, and waste control
- Work effectively as part of a team and support colleagues as needed
Requirements of this Butcher:
- Proven butchery experience is essential
- Strong knife skills and knowledge of meat cuts
- Excellent customer service skills
- Ability to work in a fast-paced retail environment
If you’re ready to step into a Butcher role and make an impact in grocery retail, we’d love to hear from you! Send your CV via the link below or call Cian Lynders on 01 871 7664.
INDCIAN
Butcher
Excel Recruitment is currently hiring a Skilled Butcher for a well-established retail client in Laois.
We are looking for a candidate with a strong background in butchery who can deliver exceptional customer service and contribute to a high-quality, fast-paced environment.
Hourly : €17ph – €19ph
Responsibilities of this Butcher:
- Provide excellent customer service and advice on cuts, preparation, and cooking of meats
- Ensure all products are displayed and merchandised to a high standard
- Maintain high levels of hygiene, safety, and food quality in line with HACCP guidelines
- Manage stock levels, orders, and waste control
- Work effectively as part of a team and support colleagues as needed
Requirements of this Butcher:
- Proven butchery experience is essential
- Strong knife skills and knowledge of meat cuts
- Excellent customer service skills
- Ability to work in a fast-paced retail environment
If you’re ready to step into a Butcher role and make an impact in grocery retail, we’d love to hear from you! Send your CV via the link below or call Cian Lynders on 01 871 7664.
INDCIAN
Butcher – Malahide
Excel Recruitment is currently hiring a Skilled Butcher for a well-established retail client in Malahdie .
We are looking for a candidate with a strong background in butchery who can deliver exceptional customer service and contribute to a high-quality, fast-paced environment.
Salary: €17 – €19 per hour
Responsibilities of this Butcher:
- Provide excellent customer service and advice on cuts, preparation, and cooking of meats
- Ensure all products are displayed and merchandised to a high standard
- Maintain high levels of hygiene, safety, and food quality in line with HACCP guidelines
- Manage stock levels, orders, and waste control
- Work effectively as part of a team and support colleagues as needed
Requirements of this Butcher:
- Proven butchery experience is essential
- Strong knife skills and knowledge of meat cuts
- Excellent customer service skills
- Ability to work in a fast-paced retail environment
If you are an experienced butcher looking to further your career in a dynamic and rewarding retail environment, apply today!
To apply, please click on the link below.
INDCIAN
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.
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