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Retail Deli Department Manager Job Tralee
 
Blue Forge Recruitment is proud to partner with some of the most progressive and respected retail and FMCG stores across Ireland. We are delighted to assist an Irish brand which speeded on such a large scale with its progress. Now operating over 35 top retail fresh food stores nationwide. It is known for its strong community presence and excellent career progression. At present they are looking for a senior Fresh Food Manager for their busy store which is about 30 mins drive from Killarney and 20 mins drive away from Milltown and located in the heart of Tralee.
This is a substantially large and high demanding role, where you will be responsible for leading a fresh food department with more than 20 staff reporting into you. It's a hands on fresh food role, that involves fresh food preparation, regular engagement with the general public, planning and organising a busy fresh food inventory, ensuring the quality and organisation is managed effectively.
An ideal candidate will hold a senior management role  and will have a strong understanding of fresh food, deli or catering counters, food trends and they must have a strong commercial understanding of how to effectively manage stocks, sales, waste and profits.  
 
Benefits
Salary: €40,000 - €43,000 + 9k bonus  - Overall package €50,000 + 
Staff discount 
Career Progression
5 over 6 working week. Mainly Morning shifts with some occasional Saturday work required.
 
Key Requirements for the Retail Deli Department Manager Job

• Proven senior Deli Assistant manager in a large fresh food environment or senior Deli Department Manager with experience in a hand on, fast-paced, fresh food- customer-facing environment with more than 5 years will suffice.
• Strong with stock control experience, handling orders for large quantities of different fresh food offerings.
• Strong organisational skills, with the ability to manage time and priorities effectively in a dynamic environment.
• A strong eye for detail and a commitment to excellence in customer service, hygiene, and the presentation of fresh food displays.
• A proactive self-starter who thrives both independently and as part of a team.
• Fully competent in food safety procedures and HACCP compliance, with a strong understanding of best practices in a food handling environment.
• Ideally a strong hands on role preparing a wide range of convenience fresh food offering, a Chef background would be ideal.

Responsibilities for the Retail Deli Department Manager Job

• Oversee the running of busy deli production, readymade meals, hot and cold counters.
• Organizing work to be completed on time and to a high standard
• Maintaining food safety protocols like hygiene records and HACCP records.
• Lead, manage, and support staff members effectively organising workloads to ensure timely completion of all tasks.
• Monitor and maintain optimal stock levels for weekly trade, using digital tools and sales data to drive smart ordering decisions and minimise waste and shrinkage.
• Training and coaching personnel to follow procedures and excel in their roles to increase department performances by increasing productivity and customer service.
• Uphold and enforce the highest standards across all fresh food areas, clearly communicating expectations and holding the team accountable for consistent performance.

 
Contact Blue Forge Recruitment at 01 4853725 or visit our website Blue Forge Recruitment | Recruitment Agency to learn more on how we can assist you in advancing your career or team. Blue Forge Recruitment is a specialist Recruitment Company, assisting Retail and FMCG companies source Retail, HR, Accountancy and Sales professionals.
 

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