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The role Are you a caring individual looking to start your career as an Optical Assistant? You’ve come to the right place. We aren’t looking for people with years of experience and heaps of qualifications, just passionate, hard-workers ready to confidently welcome and help customers as they walk through our doors. And once you’ve found your feet as a Trainee Optical Assistant, you don’t just have to stop there. We have plenty of professional training and development in other business areas, as well as the support of experienced Opticians and Technicians supporting you on your journey. So whatever you want your career to look like, you can bring it to life at Specsavers. Our store Based in Athlone, our store has great career progression opportunities! What’s on offer? As well as all the support you need and great training and development opportunities, we have a whole load of benefits on offer for you to enjoy. These include: CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Cafe Manager
Main purpose of the role: Ensure the caf operates efficiently and effectively and provides our customers with the very best customer service and Frank and Honest offering at all times. Deliver on key caf targets (sales and profitability) through effective management of people and operations. The ideal candidate will have/be: Minimum 2 years€,, supervisory or management experience within retail or hospitality Barista experience is an advantage Passion for coffee and ability to inspire customers Excellent communication skills Highly driven with a strong work ethic A strong understanding of how to achieve KPIs and targets Commerciality and brand awareness Main Duties: Actively live SuperValu brand-values i.e. Genuine, Passion for Food, Vibrant, Committed, Innovative and Imaginative Ensure that the caf is run in accordance with all standards required by Frank and Honest including the policies, procedures, instructions and guidelines set out in the operations manual Oversee and ensure the smooth running of the caf by prioritising and delegating the workload appropriately Understand and achieve the budgeted profit for the caf Report weekly to the store owner on the turnover of the cafe and report monthly on the financial performance of the caf Set, monitor and achieve sales targets with the team on gross profit margin, net margin, waste and other KPIs as agreed with the store owner Carry out a stocktake on a monthly basis Control and monitor all food, beverage, labour and overhead costs for the caf Take full responsibility for health and safety in the caf Ensure that all employees are fully trained in coffee preparation, cash handling, customer service, Health & Safety, HACCP and any other training that may be required Manage employee rostering and annual leave Create a marketing plan for the caf in line with Frank and Honest guidelines Actively promote the range and upsell and ensure that the same is delivered by the team
Cafe Manager
Main purpose of the role: Ensure the caf operates efficiently and effectively and provides our customers with the very best customer service and Frank and Honest offering at all times. Deliver on key caf targets (sales and profitability) through effective management of people and operations. The ideal candidate will have/be: Minimum 2 years€,, supervisory or management experience within retail or hospitality Barista experience is an advantage Passion for coffee and ability to inspire customers Excellent communication skills Highly driven with a strong work ethic A strong understanding of how to achieve KPIs and targets Commerciality and brand awareness Main Duties: Actively live SuperValu brand-values i.e. Genuine, Passion for Food, Vibrant, Committed, Innovative and Imaginative Ensure that the caf is run in accordance with all standards required by Frank and Honest including the policies, procedures, instructions and guidelines set out in the operations manual Oversee and ensure the smooth running of the caf by prioritising and delegating the workload appropriately Understand and achieve the budgeted profit for the caf Report weekly to the store owner on the turnover of the cafe and report monthly on the financial performance of the caf Set, monitor and achieve sales targets with the team on gross profit margin, net margin, waste and other KPIs as agreed with the store owner Carry out a stocktake on a monthly basis Control and monitor all food, beverage, labour and overhead costs for the caf Take full responsibility for health and safety in the caf Ensure that all employees are fully trained in coffee preparation, cash handling, customer service, Health & Safety, HACCP and any other training that may be required Manage employee rostering and annual leave Create a marketing plan for the caf in line with Frank and Honest guidelines Actively promote the range and upsell and ensure that the same is delivered by the team
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.
Branch Operations Manager
NAPA Auto Parts was founded in 1925 to meet America’s need for an effective automotive parts distribution system. In the century since, NAPA has exploded across the globe, carrying a reputation of quality and excellence with it. Distributed by Alliance Automotive Group (AAG) in the United Kingdom and Ireland, NAPA has become a market-leading parts brand with a championship-winning motorsport team. Now, over 275 AAG subsidiaries are unifying under the NAPA Auto Parts name, joining the largest network of motor factors in the world. The prestigious NAPA Auto Parts family boasts a staggering 6,000+ locations across the US, Canada, and Australia — and now the United Kingdom and Ireland. Due to our growth and expansion within our motor factor network, we are looking for a Branch Operations Manager to join our team at NAPA Auto Parts in Mullingar. Having recently entered the Irish market this an excellent opportunity for enthusiastic, highly motivated automotive professionals to help establish and expand our brand in Ireland. An opportunity to be a part of our journey and share in our success as we continue to establish ourselves as a market leader in Ireland, Europe and worldwide. As Branch Operations Manager your focus will be on supporting the branch manager and team in maximizing sales and operational efficiency whilst ensuring first-class service to all our customers. The ideal candidate will already be working in the automotive industry or another trade counter environment. Responsibilities: Branch Operations Manager will support and be responsible for the following:
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:
Cook
CAN YOU FOLLOW IN THE COLONEL’S FOOTSTEPS? Here’s a bit more on what you can expect from the job and some of the important experiences that can help you show you’ve got what it takes to make the Colonel proud… The kitchen is where our Cooks freshly prepare and cook our famous chicken, just as the colonel intended. You’re an authentic brand ambassador who also happens to love our chicken and chips. As a Cook in our Back of House Kitchen you’ll freshly prepare our famous chicken. It’s over to you to make sure our product is Gold Standard and finger lickin’ good for our guests, every time. 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. That got you cluckin’ excited? Apply now- there might just be a seat for you at the Colonel’s table…
HR Generalist
Who we are? At Mergon, we mould ideas for a sustainable future. We work with leading brands like Tesla, Landrover, Xerox and Abbott to design, manufacture and deliver sustainable products for the vehicles and equipment of the future. We care deeply about our colleagues, customers and our community and we have a curiosity that constantly pushes us to innovate and improve. We are competent, capable and we invest in our people and in our processes to ensure we continue to grow and do our best work every day. What’s the job? We are currently looking for a HR Generalist to join our HR team in Castlepollard, Westmeath. Reporting to the HR Manager, your role as a people leader at Mergon is central to building a strong, values-driven workplace. You’re not just supporting HR operations—you’re helping shape a culture where people thrive. Recruitment & Onboarding You lead the recruitment process for indirect roles and provide valuable support for direct hiring. From first contact to first day, you ensure every new joiner feels welcomed and set up for success. Performance & Manager Support You play a key role in driving performance management, offering practical support to line managers and supervisors. Your involvement helps ensure feedback is constructive and development-focused. Employee Relations You provide steady guidance on grievance and disciplinary matters, helping teams navigate challenges with fairness and clarity. Your support ensures any issues are resolved professionally and respectfully. Benefits & Vendor Coordination You manage employee benefit programs in collaboration with external partners—ensuring offerings are competitive, well-communicated, and aligned with employee needs. Engagement & Culture You help bring Mergon’s values to life through engagement initiatives, wellness programs, and cultural workshops. Your efforts contribute to a positive, inclusive environment where people feel connected and valued. HR Metrics & Reporting You deliver clear, actionable HR data—covering engagement, absenteeism, turnover, and more. Your reporting supports informed decision-making Strategic Advisory & Benchmarking You act as a trusted advisor to managers, offering insights on employee relations and organisational culture. You also lead benchmarking efforts to ensure Mergon stays aligned with best practices and evolving workforce expectations. Who we’re looking for? Proven HR Experience (3–5 Years Minimum)A consistent requirement across internal job descriptions and recruitment policies is a minimum of 3–5 years of relevant HR experience, ideally within a manufacturing or operational environment This experience should span the full HR lifecycle—from recruitment and onboarding to employee relations and performance management Educational BackgroundA third-level degree in Human Resources, Business Studies, or a related discipline is essential. A CIPD qualification is highly desirable and often viewed as a strong differentiator Employment Law ExpertiseExcellent knowledge of Irish employment legislation is a must. This includes familiarity with grievance and disciplinary procedures, workplace investigations, and compliance with national regulations HR Systems & MetricsProficiency in HRIS platforms (e.g., BambooHR, PeopleSoft) and strong command of Microsoft Office are expected. Candidates should be comfortable generating and interpreting HR metrics such as time-to-hire, turnover, and engagement scores Interpersonal & Advisory SkillsThe ability to build and manage relationships at all levels of the organisation is critical. HR Generalists are expected to act as trusted advisors to line managers and employees, offering guidance on sometimes sensitive issues Mergon is an Equal Opportunity Employer that offers flexible working arrangements and values a diverse and inclusive workplace.
Crew Member
Overview McDonald's are one of the most recognize brands in the world, and the backbone of our brand is commitment to a set of core values: Serve, Inclusion, Integrity, Community and Family. We live by our values every day and are committed to fostering a safe, respectful and inclusive workplace, providing quality jobs, and making opportunity open to all. Join us and you'll become part of a team, that works together to provide the best customer experience. If you've visited one of our restaurants before, you’ve probably got some idea of what's involved in working here. But you might not realise the variety and scope of the role. We want every McDonald's customer to have a brilliant experience, every time they visit. That means hot food in a clean and friendly restaurant. As a Crew Member, you'll make it happen, whether you're preparing food, serving on the till or being out in the dining areas looking after our customers' needs. You will consistently deliver the highest standards of quality, service and cleanliness in the restaurant. Provide friendly, fast and accurate service. Complete tasks and activities in line with training, company guidelines and management direction. Follow all workplace safety, security and food hygiene procedures. Treat all customers and colleagues with courtesy and respect working as a supportive team member. Friendly, welcoming, courteous and helpful behavior will come naturally to you and you’ll work well as part of a team. Effective communication skills such as attentive listening, face-to-face verbal communication and eye contact are a must. The ability to maintain high energy levels whilst working both efficiently and productively is essential. Quite simply, you'll be working in our fast moving, high energy environment and we’re looking for a genuine smile, enthusiasm, energy, plus an ability to connect with customers and make them feel valued. Benefits package includes: Holiday pay, Service Awards, Meal allowance, Employee discounts from top high street and online brands and much more.... CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
General Operative
Description The successful candidates will work as part of the factory processing team producing meat to fulfil production targets on a daily and weekly basis. Successful candidates will be required to work in all areas of the factory where the duties will include the following: Interested candidates are encouraged to submit their CV in English for consideration.
