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Who We Are KFC, short for Kentucky Fried Chicken , has been serving up world-famous fried chicken since 1952. We’ve grown to become the world’s second-largest fast-food chain, with over 22,000 locations in 150 countries. Our secret blend of 11 herbs and spices creates the crispy, juicy, flavor-packed chicken that’s loved across the globe. From our classic buckets to new fan favorites, KFC is here to bring people together over great food. Skills and attributes Description CAN YOU FOLLOW IN THE COLONEL’S FOOTSTEPS? So, think you’ve got what it takes to join us? If you answer ‘ YES ’ to this question then you might just be right… Are you a team player? The ‘not-so’ secret to success is teamwork. Working in a KFC restaurant is all about working together to give our guests the best service. You’ll need to be up for meeting new people and be ready to get involved, help your team, our guests and keep cool when it gets busy. We’re not looking for years of experience or a degree in Guest Service, we’re just looking for real people up for getting stuck in, making a difference for our guests and being part of our awesome team. Don’t worry about the rest, we’ll teach you all you need to know. And if you needed any more persuasion, we also offer free meals , 25% discount , flexible shifts and educational development opportunities up to degree level to all of our Team Members as standard. WHO WE ARE Take one man with a big idea (and some serious style), add 11 herbs and spices, 1,009 rejections, buckets of grit, ambition and southern hospitality and you’ve got KFC. It’s simple, we’re a people business that sells chicken and chips (and some other pretty epic stuff too). OUR RESTAURANT CULTURE We do things the right way. It isn’t always easy, but it’s always better. We lead with our hearts, work hard and play hard and we welcome everyone into our big KFC family. It doesn’t matter who you are, where you’re from, or what your shoe size is – everyone has a place at the Colonel’s table. All we ask is that you roll up your sleeves, get stuck in and treat our team like family and our guests as friends. It’s what the Colonel would do. CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE
Team Leader
We’re on the lookout for a friendly and upbeat Team Leader to bring energy, positivity, and great vibes to our store! In this role, you’ll be right at the heart of it, supporting your Store Manager, keeping the team motivated, and making sure every customer leaves with exactly what they came in for (and a smile to go with it). When your Store Manager’s away, you’ll step up and keep things running smoothly with confidence and care. The day to day You’ll play a key role in the day-to-day running of the store—creating great customer experiences and driving commercial success. You’ll lead by example, showing what great service looks like and bringing the cardfactory Way to life. Along the way, you’ll help others grow while continuing to build your own skills. With your energy and commercial know-how, you’ll drive store initiatives, keep communication flowing, and create a positive, inclusive vibe. And by keeping an eye on the numbers, you’ll help make sure everything’s running smoothly, and the team is thriving. About You What we’re looking for: Why join us If you’re ready to take the next step in your leadership journey, this could be the perfect opportunity. At cardfactory, we’re all about celebrating people—and that includes you. You’ll be supported every step of the journey, with opportunities to grow, lead, and shine. We’ll back your potential, cheer on your progress, and help you grow. Sound like a perfect fit? Apply today and let’s make every day a celebration!
Cleaning Operative
Location: New Ross Hourly Rate: €14.10 Shift pattern : Monday to Friday – 1hr, cleaning done after 9.30pm or before 8.30am, Saturday 2 hrs – 1hr before 8.30am and 1hr after 9.30pm 7hrs per week About Mitie: Mitie provides a wide range of facilities management (FM) services across Ireland, Europe, and the UK. These are delivered as integrated FM contracts, in bundles or as single services, depending on client requirements. Our service areas include technical services, energy and building services, cleaning, security, front of house and consultancy. We work with a wide range of private and public clients to create great work environments, which resulted in Mitie winning 4 awards in the 2023 Facilities Management Awards, including Total FM Service Provider for the third year in a row. We have also won 3 awards in the Workplace Excellent awards in 2023 – Best in CSR, Manager/Leader of the Year, Excellence in Learning & Development – over 1,000 employees. Mitie have been awarded the IBEC Keep Well Mark in 2021, 2022 and 2023 for our commitment to employee wellbeing and we have also been named in the Top 100 Employers for Wellbeing in Ireland for two years in a row. We are proud of our diverse workforce and like to recognise our people through various reward and recognition schemes, as well as through learning and development. Mitie promotes equality of opportunity in the workplace in compliance with employment legislation. Diversity, equity, and inclusion informs the basis of all employment policies and practices. Our premise is simple: the exceptional, every day. Company Benefits: CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE
Relief School Warden
SECTION 1: THE ROLE Each local authority can arrange with An Garda Síochána for School Traffic Wardens to patrol places where school children cross public roads. The school traffic warden’s role is to ensure that primary-school children cross public roads safely on their way to and from school. The Gardaí and School Traffic Wardens are the only officials in Ireland who have the authority to stop other vehicles on public roads. The law governing the appointment of School Traffic Wardens is the Road Traffic Act, 1961 (Section 96). School Traffic Wardens usually work in the mornings, at lunchtime and in the evenings, when children are most likely to cross the road to go to or from school. School Traffic Wardens wear a distinctive uniform (a high-visibility coat and hat). They must also carry a distinctive sign (a white disc with a red border and the word ‘Stop’ in the centre). By displaying this sign, the school traffic warden has the power to stop the traffic to enable schoolchildren to cross the road in safety. Traffic must remain stopped as long as the warden displays the sign. SECTION 2: DUTIES The duties shall be such as may be assigned to the officer from time to time by the local authority. These duties may include: - Reporting for duty promptly at the specified times and locations assigned, under the direction of the Supervisor. The Warden must operate strictly in accordance with the instructions for School Wardens (as per Garda/Cork County Council training) at all times. The person employed will be required to perform assigned duties exercising a duty of care, in the interest of safety of oneself, fellow employees and the general public, at all times in compliance with Cork County Council’s Health and Safety Management System. Working in a safe manner, in full compliance with the relevant safety legislation and construction regulations, will be the primary responsibility of all School Wardens. The school warden will use the statutory uniform and equipment provided for the safety of yourself, children and all other members of the public, especially when stopping traffic on the public roadway. This requires carrying of the official Stop sign at all times and to ensure that the uniform is kept in a clean neat condition. Maintain control over children who are awaiting your instructions to cross. If the Warden has any trouble in controlling, or encounter disobedience by the children, they should inform the Principal of the school concerned. Any disobedience by traffic in general should be reported forthwith to the Gardai. The Warden should never break up organised convoys, wedding, funerals, parades, or hold up fire appliances or ambulances for the purpose of allowing children to cross but wait for suitable opportunities when they have passed. Report any problems or difficulties to the Local Municipal District Roads & Engineering Offices. All accidents at the crossing point involving the Warden in the operation of his/her duties must be reported immediately after the duty period by telephone, to the Local Municipal District Roads & Engineering Offices. All relevant details must be recorded including car make/model, registration number, name of drivers/pedestrians involved, time and date of accident. The names/addresses of any witnesses must be recorded also and a written report is to be submitted to the Local Municipal District Roads & Engineering Offices within the following 3 days. The Warden must not attempt to apportion blame to any person nor admit liability on his/her (or the Council’s) own part. In connection with the hours of duty any changes made by the school to their class times, which affect your duty periods, must be notified to the Local Municipal District Roads & Engineering Offices. SECTION 3: ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA / QUALIFICATIONS Character Each candidate must be of good character. Health Each Candidate must be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service. The Council reserves the right to retire a Warden who in the opinion of the Council’s medical advisor is medically unsuitable to discharge his/her duties effectively due to age or infirmity. Education, Experience Each candidate must have a good general education of a sufficient standard to enable that person to understand fully and carry out the duties of the post. An ideal candidate will A. Operate at all times at the designated crossing point. This crossing point cannot be altered however temporarily by any person/body other than Cork County Council (with Garda Approval). B. Comply with safety policy and directive in force from time to time and must wear the uniform and carry the sign at all times while on duty. C. Ensure compliance with organisational policies, procedures and legislation. D. Co-operate with the familiarisation/instruction of other employees where appropriate. E. Manage and maintain resources effectively and efficiently. Age Age restrictions shall only apply to a candidate where he/she is not classified as a new entrant within the meaning of the Public Services Superannuation Act, 2004. A candidate who is not classified as a new entrant must be under 70 years of age. SECTION 4: TENURE The employment is for the duration of the school Year. The employment is part-time and pensionable. A panel may be formed to fill these positions. Sick leave does not apply to this part-time employment, however, depending on the number of hours worked a warden may be entitled to claim Disability Benefit from the Department of Social Welfare. The local authority shall require person to whom an appointment is offered to take up such appointments within a period of not more than one month and if they fail to take up the appointment within such period or such longer period as the local authority in its absolute discretion may determine, the local authority shall not appoint them. SECTION 5: SALARY The wage for the post is: €19.02 basic per hour. Payment will not be made in respect of normal school holiday periods, i.e. summer, Christmas or Easter or other. The wage shall be fully inclusive and shall be as determined from time to time. Holders of the office shall pay to the local authority any fees or other monies (other than their inclusive salary) payable to or received by them by virtue of their office or in respect of any services which they are required by or under any enactment to perform. The contract may be terminated at any time subject to normal legal requirements. SECTION 6: LOCATION OF POST The person appointed will provide cover, as required, for ▪ BUN SCOIL MHUIRE, YOUGHAL ▪ KILLEAGH NS, YOUGHAL ▪ ST COLMANS NS, CLOYNE ▪ ST. JOHN THE BAPTIST NS, MIDLETON ▪ SCOIL IOSAGAIN NS, UPPER AGHADA ▪ GAELSCOIL CHORAIN NS, YOUGHAL The initial Relief School Warden position to be filled will be based in Youghal; however, any panel formed may be used to fill any future vacancies for Relief School Warden East Cork MD that may arise during the lifetime of the panel e.g. Aghada, Castlemartyr, Cloyne, Midleton, Youghal. Cork County Council reserves the right to assign you to any department, premises or district in use by the Council, now or in the future. Changes in location of employment will not result in payment of disturbance money or compensation. The person appointed will be required to provide him/herself at his/her own expense with the necessary mode of travel to and from work. Holders of the office shall reside in the Municipal District in which their duties are to be performed or within a reasonable distance thereof. SECTION 7: WORKING HOURS The Warden will be required to operate punctually at all times when children are crossing. The hours of work will be determined by the Principal of the school concerned. Please note that times are subject to change at the Council’s discretion. Hours of Duty: As per the relevant school or as required. N.B. The Times are subject to review, having regard to changes in class starting/finishing times and/or changing crossing patterns. SECTION 8: ANNUAL LEAVE Annual leave will, if applicable be in accordance with the terms of the Holidays Employees Act, 1973 as amended by the workers Protection (Regular Part-Time Employees) Act, 1991. Please note particularly the Council will determine the times at which annual leave may be taken having regard to the absolute priority of having the school crossing operated while children are attending school. For those who are not entitled to annual leave, the same criteria will apply to unpaid leave of absence. SECTION 9: GARDA VETTING Successful candidates will be subject to Garda Vetting in advance of appointment to the post. SECTION 10: ELIGIBILITY TO WORK IN IRELAND Please note that in order to work in Ireland, a non-EEA National, unless they are exempted, must hold a valid Employment Permit. Should you be successful in the selection process, prior to appointment you will be required to confirm that you are in possession of same. Details of the process for you to apply for a work permit are available on the following website:
Cleaning Operative
Location: Mountbellew Shift pattern : Monday to Friday – 09.15am - 10.45am 7.5hrs a week. About Mitie: Mitie provides a wide range of facilities management (FM) services across Ireland, Europe, and the UK. These are delivered as integrated FM contracts, in bundles or as single services, depending on client requirements. Our service areas include technical services, energy and building services, cleaning, security, front of house and consultancy. We work with a wide range of private and public clients to create great work environments, which resulted in Mitie winning 4 awards in the 2023 Facilities Management Awards, including Total FM Service Provider for the third year in a row. We have also won 3 awards in the Workplace Excellent awards in 2023 – Best in CSR, Manager/Leader of the Year, Excellence in Learning & Development – over 1,000 employees. Mitie have been awarded the IBEC Keep Well Mark in 2021, 2022 and 2023 for our commitment to employee wellbeing and we have also been named in the Top 100 Employers for Wellbeing in Ireland for two years in a row. We are proud of our diverse workforce and like to recognise our people through various reward and recognition schemes, as well as through learning and development. Mitie promotes equality of opportunity in the workplace in compliance with employment legislation. Diversity, equity, and inclusion informs the basis of all employment policies and practices. Our premise is simple: the exceptional, every day. Company Benefits: CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE
Cleaning Operative
Shift pattern : Monday to Friday – 2hr, cleaning done before 8.30am,or after 9.30pm Saturday 4hrs – 2hr before 8.30am and 2hr after 9.30pm. 14hrs a week. About Mitie: Mitie provides a wide range of facilities management (FM) services across Ireland, Europe, and the UK. These are delivered as integrated FM contracts, in bundles or as single services, depending on client requirements. Our service areas include technical services, energy and building services, cleaning, security, front of house and consultancy. We work with a wide range of private and public clients to create great work environments, which resulted in Mitie winning 4 awards in the 2023 Facilities Management Awards, including Total FM Service Provider for the third year in a row. We have also won 3 awards in the Workplace Excellent awards in 2023 – Best in CSR, Manager/Leader of the Year, Excellence in Learning & Development – over 1,000 employees. Mitie have been awarded the IBEC Keep Well Mark in 2021, 2022 and 2023 for our commitment to employee wellbeing and we have also been named in the Top 100 Employers for Wellbeing in Ireland for two years in a row. We are proud of our diverse workforce and like to recognise our people through various reward and recognition schemes, as well as through learning and development. Mitie promotes equality of opportunity in the workplace in compliance with employment legislation. Diversity, equity, and inclusion informs the basis of all employment policies and practices . Our premise is simple: the exceptional, every day. Company Benefits: Ahead of being contacted by our Talent Team in relation to your application, we would like to inform you that you will need to provide the following documents if you successfully obtain a position with us: Proof of right to work Photo ID - A passport or driving licence is required as proof of ID. Proof of address dated in last 3 months Bank Statement dated in last 3 months Proof of PPS (Public Services Card is not accepted) Reference details CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE
Cleaning Operative
Shift pattern : Monday to Thursday & Sunday - Thursday – 1hr, cleaning done before 8.30am,or after 9.30pm. 8hrs a week. About Mitie: Mitie provides a wide range of facilities management (FM) services across Ireland, Europe, and the UK. These are delivered as integrated FM contracts, in bundles or as single services, depending on client requirements. Our service areas include technical services, energy and building services, cleaning, security, front of house and consultancy. We work with a wide range of private and public clients to create great work environments, which resulted in Mitie winning 4 awards in the 2023 Facilities Management Awards, including Total FM Service Provider for the third year in a row. We have also won 3 awards in the Workplace Excellent awards in 2023 – Best in CSR, Manager/Leader of the Year, Excellence in Learning & Development – over 1,000 employees. Mitie have been awarded the IBEC Keep Well Mark in 2021, 2022 and 2023 for our commitment to employee wellbeing and we have also been named in the Top 100 Employers for Wellbeing in Ireland for two years in a row. We are proud of our diverse workforce and like to recognise our people through various reward and recognition schemes, as well as through learning and development. Mitie promotes equality of opportunity in the workplace in compliance with employment legislation. Diversity, equity, and inclusion informs the basis of all employment policies and practices . Our premise is simple: the exceptional, every day. Company Benefits: Ahead of being contacted by our Talent Team in relation to your application, we would like to inform you that you will need to provide the following documents if you successfully obtain a position with us: Proof of right to work Photo ID - A passport or driving licence is required as proof of ID. Proof of address dated in last 3 months Bank Statement dated in last 3 months Proof of PPS (Public Services Card is not accepted) Reference details CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE
Staff
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Service Support Officer
IWA is committed to promoting, maintaining and adding to our diverse and inclusive work environment. The purpose of this role is to provide day to day support to the ROC Service Coordinator in the development, operation, and expansion of person-centered services in Cork, in line with the IWA standards for Community Centre Services. The person will work with the Service Coordinator and staff to achieve service goals as well as actively delivering of a range of capacity building/social and independent living skills programmes. The person will also support and assist with fundraising activities. Liaison For success in the above post there are several key relationships which must be fostered and developed. Within IWA those will be association staff, in particular the Service Coordinator and those involved in the provision of the services, as well as direct contact with IWA members and service users. Externally it will involve liaison with the staff of the relevant voluntary and statutory organisations in the area. Main Duties and Responsibilities To support the implementation of the Associations standards for Community Centre Services as directed by the Service Coordinator To develop, implement and support the evaluation of a range of capacity building programmes and mainstream training programmes which respond to service user requirements. To identify and develop opportunities in partnership with service users enabling them to increase their social participation and lead full, active, and independent lives in their own communities To support the Service Coordinator in ongoing monitoring and evaluation of the operation of the services To accompany and support service users on annual holidays, outings, social and day trips as required by Service Coordinator and provide personal care for service users while in attendance at services Ensure that your responsibilities to safeguard children and adults from abuse or harm is a core aspect of your role and that IWA’s Safeguarding Policies and Procedures are adhered to. To maintain working rotas and carry out day-to-day administrative duties associated with IWA Services, ensuring accurate records are kept in relation to projects, programmes and services provided. and identify new opportunities for service development To mentor and support IWA staff to ensure the services meet the standards of the Association To develop and support the volunteer programme within the service To actively ensure that standards and practices regarding health and safety are fully adhered to in all areas of the community centre service To focus on the inclusion of people with disability within their wider community and develop links within the community to support this To support and mentor all ROC staff in their day-to-day duties To avail of opportunities to heighten the profile of IWA in the local community in order to promote a positive attitude towards disability within the community To perform such other duties as may be assigned from time to time by the Service Coordinator PERSON SPECIFICATION Training, Experience and Qualifications Qualification at Level 6 or higher such as QQI Supervisory Management Skills; BA in Social Care or equivalent (Occupational Therapist / Community Work / General Management) is essential Some previous experience in the areas of training or facilitation is required Knowledge and Skills The ability to make operational decisions and possess good problem-solving skills is essential Excellent computer and administration skills (Microsoft Office & Database Management) are essential An awareness and understanding of the needs of people with physical and sensory disabilities or a marginalized group is desirable Experience of working with people with disabilities is desirable Leadership experience is desirable Experience of Quality systems and maintenance of same an advantage A full driving license is a requirement. Behaviours The ability to work as part of a team and on own initiative Person centred approach An ability to build strong relationships at all levels Strong customer service focus Be of good character Remuneration & Benefits The current pay scale is subject to a 9.25% pay increase over the next 2 years (2025 upto October 2026), aligning with the recent WRC agreement aimed at enhancing pay adjustments within Section 39 organizations. Salary between €26,477.88 and €40,450.44 (DOE) Excellent working conditions Training & development opportunities 25 days annual leave pro rata Employee Assistance Service
Young Adult Support Worker
As a Young Adult Support Worker, the post holder will be expected to support the delivery of services to School Leavers Service participants with physical disabilities as part of Irish Wheelchair Association’s services based in Roscommon. The objectives of our services are to provide pathways for people with disabilities to participate fully in the community, by means of establishing developmental, personal, and social inclusion programmes. This will include supporting individual young adults to identify and work towards their personal goals, and to facilitate a range of activities, such as training workshops, personal development work, day trips and social activities, and linking with services and facilities within individuals’ local communities. You will be also required to undertake and ensure the execution of such other tasks/duties as deemed necessary to the successful implementation of young adult services. Close liaison is required with the RT and School Leaver Service Support Officers and Rehabilitative Training team and Service Coordinators and team. Main Duties and Responsibilities Support Service Manager and Support Officers to implement a range of group workshops and activities based on the choices and needs of young adults Support individual young adults in line with the Association’s person centred approach and through Personal Goals work Support young adults involved in Rehabilitative Training activities Assist with safe transportation in line with requirements of the Transport Handbook guidelines Assist young adults in all aspects of personal care and daily living as identified by each individual Accompany and support young adults on outings, social trips and holidays as required Ensure that your work and interactions with others is such that it promotes and enhances the independence of students/young people Prepare and maintain hard copy and online records as required by the Service Manager/Support Officers Undertake training as directed by the Service Manager/Support Officers Actively ensure that standards and practices regarding health and safety are fully adhered to in all activities, and in the center itself. Record and report all hazards or accidents to the Service Manager/Support Officers Carry out other duties and/or responsibilities which may be assigned to you from time to time Ensure that your responsibilities to safeguard children and adults from abuse or harm is a core aspect of your role and that IWA’s Safeguarding Policies and Procedures are adhered to PERSON SPECIFICATION Training, Experience and Qualifications A minimum of 5 completed modules of QQI level 5 (Major Award) Care Support or similar qualification is essential. QQI Major Awards that are deemed relevant to IWA are: Community & Health Services (to include minor components Safety & Health at Work and Care Provision & Practice) Health Service Skills (to include minor components in Workplace Statutory Policies & Procedures and Care Skills and Care Support) Health Care Support (to include minor components Safety & Health at Work and Care Skills and Care Support) Youth Work (no specific minor components required) Full Category B drivers licence is required Knowledge and Skills Previous experience of developing and delivering projects or programmes Previous experience of working with people with disabilities is required Knowledge and understanding of Health and Safety regulations, as well as transport safety and standards of use is essential Previous experience of driving transit vans to transport people with disabilities, or a willingness to do so, would be an advantage Good organisational skills Behaviours The ability to work as part of a team and work on own initiative An ability to build strong relationships at all levels and show confidence in the team Strong customer service focus Competencies Communicating and Influencing Motivating and Empowering Innovation and Creativity Planning and Organising Quality and Customer Focus Remuneration & Benefits Salary is from €16,046.70 up to €17,862.57 DOE Excellent working conditions Training & Development opportunities 25 days annual leave pro rata Pension scheme available Employee Assistance Service
