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Main purpose of the role: Ensure the store operates efficiently and effectively and provide our customers with the very best customer service and fresh food offering at all times in a clean, safe environment. To deliver on key store targets (sales and profitability) through effective management of people and operations. The ideal candidate will have/be: 2 years€,, experience in a relevant position is desirable Good knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel, Word) Experience balancing cash/tills Excellent communication skills Good delegation skills Highly driven with a strong work ethic An understanding of how to achieve KPIs and targets Commerciality and brand awareness Passion for grocery retail Thrive in a fast-paced working environment. Main duties: Actively live Centra brand-values i.e. Proud, Energetic, Imaginative and Community-Based Set, monitor and achieve sales targets with the team on gross profit margin, net margin, waste and other KPIs as agreed with Store Manager Implement planograms correctly and ensure the correct range is in place in store Merchandise and present the store to the highest standard Approachable and a role model who leads by example and encourages teamwork and fosters a positive attitude and atmosphere in the workplace Ability to develop and promote good communication between employees and management in a safe, respectful and inclusive environment Support Store Manager in the development and training of the team and in ensuring the smooth running of the store Manage employee performance, giving regular feedback, recognition and encouragement Deal with all customer queries efficiently, professionally and consistent with store policy Understand achieving margins in all departments Engage with new initiatives and embrace new ways of working.
Assistant Arts Officer
SECTION 1: THE ROLE The Assistant Arts Officer will have a key role in Cork County Council’s Arts Office. The Arts Office is a unit of the County Library and Arts Service within the Directorate of Climate Action and Emergency Services. The Assistant Arts Officer will report to the Council’s Arts Officer and County Librarian. The role will support strategic planning for the development and delivery of arts services, delivery of socially engaged, community focused arts programmes at a divisional and municipal level. The Arts Office team is responsible for the delivery of arts services and development of arts initiatives that contribute to the quality of life and environment for the citizens of the county. We work to make the county a culturally and artistically vibrant place where the arts are valued, supported and integrated. Our work aims to: • Support development of the arts at local level. • Support emerging and established artists in Cork County. • Work collaboratively and strategically to promote equitable access and participation in the arts. • Develop new and diverse audiences for the arts. • Foster and encourage excellence in the arts. • Advocate for the local arts sector on a local and national level. • Support the arts through provision of resources, services and communication of funding opportunities. SECTION 2: DUTIES The duties may include but are not limited to the following and the post holder may be required to perform other duties as appropriate to the post which may be assigned to him/her from time to time and to contribute to the development of the post while in office: To support Cork County Council in the ongoing development and delivery of arts services provided by the local authority; To have responsibility for the delivery of arts projects, programmes and tasks that will be assigned from time to time at the discretion of the local authority; To manage the delivery of projects to a high artistic standard within budget and within prescribed timeframes as determined by the local authority; To provide technical and administrative reports relating to the arts as may be required by Council Management or designated committees of the local authority; Work with the Library and Culture and Creativity teams to support the integrated design and delivery of shared programmes and other initiatives arising from the County Creative Ireland Programme; Carry out all duties in compliance with appropriate procedures including procurement of services, management of budgets, health and safety and the maintenance of records and information; Represent the Arts Office and Cork County Council at public functions, meetings, internally across the organisation and with external agencies, where required; To engage with the public, artists and members of the community in a professional manner at all times; To support engagement between the local authority and other national and local agencies in the development of arts provision for the county; To assist in the preparation of plans for the development of the arts as may be required by the local authority; Any other duties that may be required by the local authority in the delivery of its arts service remit; Organising and managing events held by the Arts Office in accordance with appropriate Health & Safety guidelines and event plan management; Work with the Arts Office team to compliment and support the design and delivery of a new Arts Office led programmes and policy initiatives; To carry out any other duties as may be assigned from time to time. The above specification is not intended to be a comprehensive list of all duties involved and consequently, the post holder may be required to perform other duties as appropriate to the post which may be assigned to him/her from time to time and to contribute to the development of the post while in office. SECTION 3: ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA / QUALIFICATIONS Character Each candidate must be of good character and the successful applicant will be subject to Garda Vetting prior to any appointment being confirmed. 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. Education, Training, Experience etc. On the latest date for receipt of completed application forms for the office: a) Have a Level 8 qualification in Fine Art, Arts and Humanities, Arts Administration or related discipline. And/Or b) Have a minimum of 2 years experience and achievement in arts management/development or other relevant field. Required Skillset In the context of the key duties and responsibilities for the post of Assistant Arts Officer listed above, the ideal candidate should demonstrate through their application form and at the interview that they have the following knowledge, experience, skills and competencies: • Have an understanding of the structures and functions of local government, in general, and the strategic policies and objectives supporting the development and delivery of local arts services in particular, and the role which the Asst. Arts Officer will play in this context. • Have a record of working for three years or more at a relatively senior level of responsibility, with proven experience of at least one of the following: socially engaged arts practice, youth arts practice, arts programming, public art management or other relevant area. • Demonstrate an understanding of artistic best practice. • Have experience of working with artists in a variety of contexts. • Have experience of community engagement in, and delivery of effective community orientated programming within an arts context. • Have strong project and budget management skills. • Possess excellent communications and interpersonal skills, demonstrating an ability to manage and develop positive relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders. • Be highly motivated with an ability to think strategically, manage multiple tasks, meet deadlines, to work alone and as part of a team. • Be able to gather, analyse and evaluate information and data and prepare and present reports and strategies effectively. • Proven ability to achieve successful delivery of multiple tasks within prescribed deadlines and budgets. • Flexibility to work outside standard working hours as may be required. 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. Transport This post will involve travel within the county and elsewhere. Holders of the office shall hold a full driving licence for Class B Vehicles and shall drive a motor car in the course of their duties and for this purpose provide and maintain a car to the satisfaction of the local authority. SECTION 4: COMPETENCIES A Competency Based Application form requires you to describe some of your personal achievements to date that demonstrate certain competencies (necessary skills and qualities) required for the position for which you are applying. For each competency, you are given a description of a skill or quality. You are then asked to describe a situation, from your own experience, which you think is the best example of what YOU have done which demonstrates this skill or quality. It is essential that you describe how you demonstrated the skill or quality in question. Therefore, compose your replies carefully in this section and try to structure what you write so that you give specific information about what you have done - for example, do not simply say that “X was successful”, describe exactly what you did and how you demonstrated the skill or quality in question. For each example please include the following: a) the nature of the task, problem or objective; b) what you actually did and how you demonstrated the skill or quality (and, where appropriate, the date you demonstrated it); c) the outcome or result of the situation and your estimate of the proportion of credit you can claim for the outcome. SECTION 5: TENURE The position is permanent and fulltime. The post is pensionable. A panel may be formed to fill permanent and temporary vacancies for Assistant Arts Officer which may arise during the lifetime of the panel. SECTION 6: SALARY The salary scale for the post is: €51,722 - €61,865 basic per year. €51,722 - €53,266 - €54,844 - €56,454 - €58,076 (Maximum), €59,967 (1st LSI) (after 3 years satisfactory service on the Maximum), €61,865 (2nd LSI) (after 3 years satisfactory service on the 1st LSI). Entry point to this scale will be determined in accordance with Circulars issued by the Department of Housing, Planning and Local Government. In accordance with Departmental Circular letter EL 02/2011, a person who is not a serving local authority employee on or after 1st January 2011, will enter the scale for the position at a minimum point. Rate of remuneration may be adjusted from time to time in line with Government Policy. Where there is an increment entitlement, increments are paid subject to satisfactory attendance, conduct and performance. SECTION 7: LOCATION OF POST The base for working purposes will be the Arts Office based in the County Library Building. 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. SECTION 8: WORKING HOURS The working hours at present provide for a five-day, thirty-five hour working week. A flexible working hours’ system is in operation and may be availed of subject to the terms and conditions of the FlexiTime Policy. All hours worked will be subject to the provisions of the Organisation of Working Time Act, 1997 and the Organisation of Working Time Act (Regulations) 2001. The successful candidate may be required to work hours outside of normal working hours as required by his/her immediate Supervisor. SECTION 9: ANNUAL LEAVE The current annual leave entitlement is 30 days per annum. Cork County Council’s leave year runs from 1st January to 31st December. Granting of annual leave, payment for annual leave and arrangements for public holidays will be governed by the provisions of the Organisation of Working Time Act, 1997 (as amended). CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Deli Assistant
Main purpose of the role: Responsible for the preparation of high quality hot and cold deli products and for ensuring customer satisfaction is the number one priority. The ideal candidate will have/be:
Senior Physiotherapist
Would you like to work for a great employer? Enable Ireland is an organisation that makes a real difference to the lives of children and adults with disabilities in Ireland, and is named as one of Ireland's Irish Independent 150 Best Employers 2024 . Enable Ireland, as an equal opportunities employer, proudly maintains a Silver Award in Diversity from the Irish Centre for Diversity. We vigorously advocate for fairness, respect, equality, diversity, inclusion, and engagement, and are dedicated to ongoing enhancement in these areas. We are currently seeking a highly-motivated Senior Physiotherapist to join our team in Cork Childrens Services, Curraheen, Cork Contract Type: Permanent Contract Hours: Full-time Salary Scale: €57,771 to €68,385 pro rata per annum. This pay scale is subject to increases in 2025 in accordance with the recent WRC agreement towards enhanced pay adjustments in Section 39 organisations. Annual Leave Entitlement : Annual leave entitlement is 33 days pro rata per annum Overview of the Post: Enable Ireland delivers children’s services under the national Progressing Disabilities Services (PDS) model for children and young people with complex needs arising from a disability. As a Lead Agency within this model, Enable Ireland has responsibility for the delivery of services to children assigned to Children’s Disability Network Teams (CDNT) within designated network areas. Services are provided in accordance with legislative and service delivery frameworks and requirements, within the resources allocated. As a senior member of the interdisciplinary team, the post holder will be responsible for the provision of physiotherapy services, including assessment and intervention to children and adolescents enrolled on the CDNT. Services will be provided across a variety of settings including the clinic, schools, preschools and special schools, children’s homes and community settings. Overview of Duties & Responsibilities: Please see Job Description for full list The successful candidate will have Essential Criteria: · Be registered, or be eligible for registration, on the Physiotherapists Register with CORU at time of application and provide proof of statutory registration before a contract of employment can be issued. · Have three years’ clinical experience working as a physiotherapist. · Have the requisite knowledge and ability (including a high standard of suitability and professional ability) for the proper discharge of the duties of the office · On appointment, practitioners must maintain annual registration on the Physiotherapists Register maintained by the Physiotherapists Registration Board at CORU. · Practitioners must confirm annual registration with CORU to Enable Ireland · Full clean Drivers License Desirable Criteria: · Clinical experience working with children and their families as part of an interdisciplinary team. · Relevant postgraduate experience and training specific to children with disabilities (0-18 years) e.g. postural management, neurodevelopmental approaches, neuroaffirmitive approaches. · Hydrotherapy experience · Experience in identification of secondary impairments associated with children with complex disability/physical disability. · Experience providing clinical supervision to basic grade PTs and/or students. · Access to own transport If you believe you would fit the role then please submit your application today. Benefits As a staff member of Enable Ireland, you will have access to a wide range of benefits, including: · Excellent internal and external training opportunities · Generous annual leave entitlements · Flexible Working · Long service reward scheme · Pay adjusted Maternity Leave · Pay adjusted Adoptive Leave · Pay adjusted Paternity Leave · Wellbeing benefits · Pension For a full list of our benefits & conditions, please click here: What now? To apply, please download the Job Description and Person Specification for your information and complete the online application form. CVs will not be accepted. Closing date for applications: 16th September 2025 noon A panel may be formed from this vacancy for any similar vacancies, which may arise during the next 12 months. · The post will be subject to reference checks and may be subject to Garda vetting/police clearance, as relevant. · Due to the large volume of applications, we are not in the position to provide individual feedback to applicants who are not shortlisted for interview. · Applications are invited from suitably qualified applicants from all sections of the community. · The above information serves only as a guide to the advertised position. Enable Ireland, at its discretion, reserves the right to change this prior to appointment. · Please review Enable Ireland’s Rezoomo Privacy Policy here: https://enableireland.ie/resources/publications/rezoomo-privacy-policy · Please review the Enable Ireland’s External Data Protection Notice available at https://www.enableireland.ie/privacy-policy for details on how Enable Ireland processes applicant’s personal information. Please note if you are invited for interview, we will share your personal data with: 1) Any virtual service provider we use to host the interview; and 2) the interview panel (if applicable). Your information will be stored for this purpose in line with our retention policy
Bartender
Experienced Bar Person The Maryborough Hotel is currently recruiting for an evening bartender. The ideal candidate must have: Inclusion and diversity are key to us. All our team members have the opportunity to thrive with an equal opportunities employer.
Customer Assistant
Summary From our Head Office to the shop floor and everywhere in between our primary goal is to create and deliver a fantastic customer journey for everyone who shops at Lidl. Customer obsessed, high energy and love learning every day? If that sounds like you, earn €450+ per week as a Customer Assistant on our standard 30 hour contract.You’ll work across different shift times, on varied tasks and with different colleagues.What does a normal day* as a Customer Assistant look like? (*there’s no such thing as ‘normal’ in retail but we’ve tried our best!)As a Customer Assistant you are required to sell alcohol, therefore you must be 18 or over to work in our store. Shift Patterns: • Morning shift: Starting at 5am or 6am with your team, you’ll be getting our award-winning products fully stocked on the shop floor and our delicious bakery products ready for our customers to enjoy by opening time so they can Go Full Lidl! • Middle shift: Starting mid-morning or early afternoon, you’ll make sure our stores are spotlessly clean, well presented and our products remain fresh, all while helping customers with queries on the shop floor and working on tills to minimise till queues• Late shift: From your start time in the afternoon, you’ll make sure our customers experience is top class by serving them with a smile while on the tills, restocking missing items and getting the store ready for the next day What you'll do • Interacting with the customer in a pleasant, friendly and helpful manner• Ensuring stock loss controls are followed in all areas of the store • Maintaining store and external cleanliness and hygiene standards• Following freshness and rotation principles• Ensuring all waste is managed correctly• Assisting in the stock count process What you'll need • A can-do attitude and excellent customer service skills• The willingness to go the extra mile for our customers• To be responsible and reliable• To enjoy working in a fast-paced, varied environment• A good team player• Preferably, previous experience in a customer facing role but this is not essential provided you have the right attitude What you'll receive We offer a competitive and transparent salary system, that ensures pay equality across all positions at Lidl Year 1 • Basic Rate €15.10• €18.88 (Unsocial Hours) • €22.65 (Overtime/Sundays) • €30.20 (Bank Holiday) Year 2 • Basic Rate €15.70 • €19.63 (Unsocial Hours) • €23.55 (Overtime/Sundays) • €31.40 (Bank Holiday) Year 3 • Basic Rate €16.40 • €20.50 (Unsocial Hours) • €24.60 (Overtime/Sundays) • €32.80 (Bank Holiday) Year 4 • Basic Rate €17.40 • €21.75 (Unsocial Hours) • €26.10 (Overtime/Sundays) • €34.80 (Bank Holiday) Lidl is an equal opportunities employer. If you have any particular requirements, we will ensure any reasonable accommodations are implemented as part of the recruitment and selection process. We value diversity and inclusion in our workplace and want to ensure that all applicants have the same opportunity regardless of gender, civil status, family status, sexual orientation, age, disability, race, religious belief, political opinion or membership of the traveller community.
Customer Assistant, Belgard
Summary From our Head Office to the shop floor and everywhere in between our primary goal is to create and deliver a fantastic customer journey for everyone who shops at Lidl. Customer obsessed, high energy and love learning every day? If that sounds like you, earn €450+ per week as a Customer Assistant on our standard 30 hour contract.You’ll work across different shift times, on varied tasks and with different colleagues.What does a normal day* as a Customer Assistant look like? (*there’s no such thing as ‘normal’ in retail but we’ve tried our best!)As a Customer Assistant you are required to sell alcohol, therefore you must be 18 or over to work in our store. Shift Patterns: • Morning shift: Starting at 5am or 6am with your team, you’ll be getting our award-winning products fully stocked on the shop floor and our delicious bakery products ready for our customers to enjoy by opening time so they can Go Full Lidl! • Middle shift: Starting mid-morning or early afternoon, you’ll make sure our stores are spotlessly clean, well presented and our products remain fresh, all while helping customers with queries on the shop floor and working on tills to minimise till queues• Late shift: From your start time in the afternoon, you’ll make sure our customers experience is top class by serving them with a smile while on the tills, restocking missing items and getting the store ready for the next day What you'll do • Interacting with the customer in a pleasant, friendly and helpful manner• Ensuring stock loss controls are followed in all areas of the store • Maintaining store and external cleanliness and hygiene standards• Following freshness and rotation principles• Ensuring all waste is managed correctly• Assisting in the stock count process What you'll need • A can-do attitude and excellent customer service skills• The willingness to go the extra mile for our customers• To be responsible and reliable• To enjoy working in a fast-paced, varied environment• A good team player• Preferably, previous experience in a customer facing role but this is not essential provided you have the right attitude What you'll receive We offer a competitive and transparent salary system, that ensures pay equality across all positions at Lidl Year 1 • Basic Rate €15.10• €18.88 (Unsocial Hours) • €22.65 (Overtime/Sundays) • €30.20 (Bank Holiday) Year 2 • Basic Rate €15.70 • €19.63 (Unsocial Hours) • €23.55 (Overtime/Sundays) • €31.40 (Bank Holiday) Year 3 • Basic Rate €16.40 • €20.50 (Unsocial Hours) • €24.60 (Overtime/Sundays) • €32.80 (Bank Holiday) Year 4 • Basic Rate €17.40 • €21.75 (Unsocial Hours) • €26.10 (Overtime/Sundays) • €34.80 (Bank Holiday) Lidl is an equal opportunities employer. If you have any particular requirements, we will ensure any reasonable accommodations are implemented as part of the recruitment and selection process. We value diversity and inclusion in our workplace and want to ensure that all applicants have the same opportunity regardless of gender, civil status, family status, sexual orientation, age, disability, race, religious belief, political opinion or membership of the traveller community.
Youth Floating Support Worker
YOUTH FLOATING SUPPORT WORKERS Could you assist young people to build the skills and confidence to find, set up and maintain their own homes in the community? MACS Youth Floating Support Service supports young people aged 16-25 in the community who are homeless, at risk of homelessness or need help maintaining their tenancy. Youth Floating Support Workers support on average 15 young people who receive individualised support based on support planning ongoing assessment/review and keeping safe were appropriate. Key Responsibilities: Please see attached Job Description and Person specification for essential skills and knowledge required for the post and click apply to submit your CV. See attached Recruitment Guidance notes and Why Work For MACS for more information or email hr@macsni.org if you have any further queries. CVs submitted must demonstrate how you meet the essential criteria required for the post. Posts Available: Belfast: 1x Full Time, Permanent, 1x Part Time, Permanent Lisburn: 2x Full Time, Permanent Downpatrick: 1x Part Time, Permanent Salary: £25,545 pro rata Benefits: MACS Pension contribution of 4% of salary; up to 41 days annual leave (pro rata and including bank holidays); enhanced paid leave for Sick, Maternity and Carers leave; paid training days per year; Flexible and Hybrid working options available and Health Benefits. Closing Date: Tuesday 30th September 2025 at 9.30am. We are currently recruiting for multiple roles across various locations. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis as they are received. We strongly encourage early applications, as the advert may close once positions in each location have been successfully filled. MACS is committed to equality of opportunity and to selection on merit and all offers of employment are subject to an Access NI Disclosure Check.
Team Member
Costa Coffee requires a Full Flexible Team Member and Evening/Weekend Team Member for our store in Coleraine. At Costa Coffee we are as passionate about our people as we are our great coffee! Being a part of our team gives you the chance to learn new skills in coffee excellence whilst letting your personality shine through. As a Costa Barista you receive full training in delivering every customer with an unbeatable coffee experience, through great customer service and great coffee. Are you: -
Deli Assistant
Main purpose of the role: Responsible for the preparation of high quality hot and cold deli products and for ensuring customer satisfaction is the number one priority. The ideal candidate will have/be:
