LOVE CHEESE? If you are looking for an exciting, seasonal opportunity to become part of the Irish food scene and spend your days chatting with customers about the world of cheese - this is the job for you!
We are looking for seasonal assistants (no previous experience needed) for our independent shops and our Dunnes Stores locations all over the country, to support our existing teams over the busy Christmas period from mid‑December. They must enjoy conversation and understand the importance of working with and promoting artisan food products. We are looking for people who can sell great cheese, make the connection between producers and consumers, tell stories, taste the food, and share knowledge and experience.
We offer a great staff discount on Sheridans' products!
Job Title
Seasonal Assistant
Scope of Position
The employee will maintain product merchandising, stock levels, cleanliness, and consistency of display in the style laid out by their line manager.
Key Responsibilities
* Ensure that the Sheridans retail outlet is merchandised and presented in a visually attractive way with a focus on customer needs.
* Engage with customers in a positive and friendly way in accordance with Sheridans' customer service policies.
* Communicate regular updates to their line manager.
* Monitor stock levels.
* Order stock to maintain recommended levels using simple online application.
* Maintain cleanliness of locations as per H.A.C.C.P. plan.
* Conduct a daily spot clean and weekly deep clean on chill and ambient.
* Regularly merchandise to maintain appearance of display.
* Perform stock rotation, rotating existing product by date.
* Restock shelf to ensure the site wall is adequately stocked with appropriate products.
* Set up and run tastings of our products to aid sales focuses as required.
Department Structure
Reporting to: Team Leader and Retail Manager. Working with: Cheesemongers and Team Leader(s). Manage/Supervise: n/a.
Qualifications / Experience
* 1 year of experience in a similar role desirable but not essential.
* Awareness of HACCP/Food Safety in retail.
* Organised and calm in a fast‑paced environment.
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