Fresh Food Manager | Retail Grocery | Dublin 15Salary: €40,000‑€45,000 per annumWe are currently seeking an experienced and ambitious Fresh Food Manager to join a busy retail grocery site in Dublin 15. This is an excellent opportunity for a hands‑on manager with a passion for fresh food, retail operations, and team leadership.The Fresh Food Manager will take overall responsibility for the performance of the fresh food department, including deli, bakery, and other fresh offerings, ensuring high standards of food quality, customer service, operational efficiency, and compliance.Main Duties:Fresh Food OperationsDay‑to‑day management of the fresh food departmentSupport and coach deli team and manager to deliver new and existing offeringsOptimise sales, margins, participation, and profitability across the fresh food areaImplement best practices through coaching, monitoring, observation, and trainingAchieve departmental KPIs including sales, margin, participation, and waste reductionConduct operational checks: pricing, costings, departmental standards, stock holding, ordering, and stock‑takingDrive efficiencies in process, labour management, and workflowTeam ManagementLead, motivate, and develop the fresh food teamProvide feedback, coaching, and support to staff and managementFoster strong relationships with site management and senior leadershipSupport other sites during absences, recruitment processes, or seasonal demandsFood Safety & HygieneEnsure HACCP and food safety systems are implemented, monitored, and maintainedConduct regular food safety audits and implement corrective actions as requiredEnsure compliance with all relevant legislation and standardsHealth, Safety & WelfareComply with all health and safety regulations and company policiesPromote safe working practices and ensure correct use of PPEMaintain security awareness and elevate issues appropriatelyGeneral ResponsibilitiesComply with all company policies and legislation relevant to operationsRepresent the company professionally at all timesEnsure effective time management, task prioritisation, and confidentialityUndertake any additional tasks required to support business needsRequirements:Minimum 3 years’ experience in a Fresh Food Management roleStrong passion for fresh food and retail operationsProven people‑management and leadership capabilityExcellent communication, delegation, and coaching skillsKnowledge of HACCP, food‑safety regulations, and compliance standardsTarget‑driven, KPI‑focused, and results‑orientedAbility to thrive in a fast‑paced retail environmentBenefits:Competitive salary: €40,000‑€45,000 per annumPredominantly Monday to FridayColleague discount scheme across the groupPaid family leave including maternity & parental leaveEnhanced annual leave entitlements up to 27 daysVHI Health Insurance Funded SchemeColleague Assistance Programme (GP Online & Counselling Service)Employee referral bonusTravel & Bike to Work SchemeSave‑as‑you‑earn schemeMileage allowanceAccess to e‑learning and development portal
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