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Retail Catering Manager Kerry
 
Blue Forge Recruitment proudly partners with some of the most progressive and respected retail and FMCG companies across Ireland. We are delighted to assist a large Irish owned retail business, which has been a major Irish success story and is still going with more in store in the coming years. Now operating over 35 top retail fresh food stores nationwide and with more to follow, our client is looking to strengthen their teams in a number of key areas of management.
 
They are looking for a Senior Catering Manager to run their busy food service department in Kerry. The successful candidate should have experience managing a deli, catering operation, café, or fresh food department and be comfortable leading a team of around 20 staff. The role includes overseeing the day-to-day running of the department, making sure food quality, hygiene, and customer service standards are maintained, managing stock levels, and keeping costs under control. Strong leadership skills, experience in a fast-paced environment, and a good understanding of fresh food operations are important for this position.
 
Package and Benefits
 
Salary; €40,000 -42,000 + €12,000 yearly bonus
Full time contract
Fuel and Store Discounts
Company pension scheme
Education and training for Career Development
Early starts typically 6am to midday or afternoon 
 
Requirements for Retail Catering Manager Position

• 2-3 years of management or supervisory experience in a busy fresh food environment.
• Experience managing stock and placing food orders.
• Good customer service and attention to food presentation.
• Strong organisation and time-management skills.
• Experience leading and motivating a team of 15-20 people.
• Knowledge of food safety and HACCP procedures.
• HACCP and other food safety qualifications.

Main Duties of Retail Catering Manager Position

• Manage daily operations of the deli, hot food counter, cold food counter, salad bar, and ready-made meals.
• Lead and support a team of 15-20 staff.
• Order stock and control food waste.
• Ensure food safety and hygiene standards are followed.
• Keep HACCP and hygiene records up to date.
• Train and develop staff.
• Maintain high standards of food quality and customer service.

 
 
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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