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As a result of our expansion plans and our continued ongoing success we are looking to appoint a full time Retail Assistant. In this role you will be the face of The Range delivering great service and promoting The Range as a unique one-stop shopping experience. What are we looking for? To be successful in this role you will love working in a fast-paced retail environment and must be willing to give the very best customer service experience to our customers. The emphasis will be on service. This is not just a standing filling shelves type of job. If you have the personality that our customers will appreciate, and if you enjoy an environment where you can really engage with the customer, then this could be the role for you. Your day will be varied, from delivering service with a smile at the till to engaging with customers to help them find their ideal products. You will need to have to have a flexible approach as there will be times when you will be supporting other areas of the Store to meet the business needs. Previous retail experience is NOT essential. We have the all the necessary support and training to get you up to speed and delivering excellent service. Why The Range? Working for The Range is no ordinary job. We are a Sunday Times Top Track 100 company and one of the UK’s fastest growing retailers. Much of this success is thanks to our talented and passionate teams. From retail opportunities nationwide to innovative roles in our Head Office and fulfilment positions at our state of the art distribution centres, you’re sure to find the role to match your skills and your ambition. People are at the heart of our retail concept, and we want to invest in our staff and make the future extraordinary. Apply today for a challenging and rewarding position in a dynamic, fast paced environment and take the next step in your career.
QA Supervisor
Purpose of the Role Ensure the effective operation of the Food Safety and Quality Management System through verification, validation and routine trouble-shooting, so as to ensure the production of food-safe products that meet specification. Contribute towards the development and implementation of these systems through procedures, skills development, training, problem solving, team working, and influencing people. Key Duties & Responsibilities: Qualifications & Experience: · Educated to Degree or Higher Level in a Scientific Food Discipline. · Hands-on experience in driving compliance, quality and food safety, and day-to-day technical trouble-shooting in a fast-paced production environment. · Experience in operating and continuously improving quality systems. · Strong hands-on knowledge of food safety & quality standards e.g. BRC, Regulatory and Retailer Standards. · Experience in working with customers, suppliers, regulatory bodies and audits desirable.
HR Officer
Title: HR Officer Department: Human Resources Reports to: Senior HR Manager Purpose of the Role: The Human Resources (HR) officer in Dawn Farms plays a critical role in ensuring the smooth operation of the business by managing the workforce effectively. In an industry as complex and demanding as food manufacturing, where safety, quality, and efficiency are paramount, the HR officer's responsibilities are multifaceted and essential for maintaining a productive and compliant workplace. The purpose of their role can be delineated into several key aspects: Talent Acquisition and Recruitment, Training and Development, Performance Management, Employee relations, Employee Benefits and Well-being, this is a non-exhaustive list. Core Responsibilities Food safety and health and safety are everybody’s responsibility. Food Safety policies, H&S policies, standard operating procedures and good hygiene practices should always be adhered to, to ensure the safety of the food being produced and the safety of you and your colleagues. Key Duties and Responsibilities: · Assist and advise management & staff on company policy queries and employee relations issues, complying with legislation and ensuring consistency across the organisation; · Do all General operative recruitment start to finish. · Complete all administration tasks in a timely fashion. · Lead bi – weekly meetings with production managers · Manage grievance & disciplinary investigations as required; · Working closely with hiring managers, manage recruitment processes end to end, from advertising posts through shortlisting of candidates, interviews, selection and job offers for all departments · Deliver new employee inductions & ensure that we are compliant from a training aspect. · Liaise with payroll as required on any staff pay items linked to recruitment, internal promotions, leavers etc.; · Maintenance of the HR system (entering absence information, new hires, leavers, payroll changes, coding etc.); · Extraction and analysis of data from the HR system as required, e.g. payroll reports, attendance reports, trend and KPI reports etc.; · Represent HR at interdepartmental meetings and meetings with external third parties as required; · General administration duties relating to the HR function; raising PO’s, doing bike to work cheques, drafting work confirmation letters. · Produce accurate and professional correspondence, policy documents etc. as required; · Ensure HR administration and systems are maintained up to date in a timely and accurate manner; · In conjunction with the existing HR team review existing systems, to suggest and implement improvements; · Timely and accurate administration of all HR functions, including written correspondence, record keeping, filing etc.; · Undertake projects relating to a range of HR disciplines as assigned by the HR Manager. · Guide managers on issues related to employees. · Manage all weekly & monthly reporting including monitoring all permit renewals & expiries. Knowledge and Experience to be demonstrated while in role: · Minimum of 3 years’ experience working in HR essential. Officer/Executive level in a busy Food Manufacturing operational environment. · Knowledge and experience in a fast paced and varied HR role requiring the person to take charge of many issues as they occur · Confident and conscientious with an ability to effectively communicate & present to all levels in an organization. · Ability to successfully learn, apply new skills and drive effectiveness within HR. · Excellent knowledge of employment legislation · Have the ability to adapt to a generalised HR role dealing with all elements of the department such as Recruitment, L&D, Employee relations & Employee wellness. Key Behaviours/Competencies to be demonstrated: · Approachable disposition · Ability and experience in conflict management · Excellent communication skills to include listening and the ability to feedback. · Trustworthy with a high level of integrity when dealing with sensitive information. · Excellent organisational agility to include strong time management skills and the ability to take action and manage a high volume of workload. · Process management skills, applying HR practices in a consistent manner · Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities on a daily basis Specific I.T skills and level (Basic / Intermediate / Advanced) · Strong IT skills Outlook, Word, Excel, Powerpoint, HR IT Systems · Excellent Word & Excel Skills – Intermediate level · Outlook experience - Intermediate level
Store Employee
Dunnes Stores is Ireland’s leading retailer positioned at the cutting edge of food and fashion retailing. We have stores in Ireland, Northern Ireland and Spain and are expanding our service and product offering all the time. At Dunnes Stores, we pride ourselves in delivering outstanding service and quality products whether it is food or fashion. We strive for excellence in all that we do, be it our award winning Simply Better Food range, our Baxter & Greene Market Deli or our collaborations with some of Irelands best Fashion and Homewares designers. Dunnes Stores offers a unique opportunity to in one of the most dynamic retailers in Ireland. We are currently looking to recruit store employees into a variety of different roles in our stores, these include working in Food or Fashion & Homewares, or within our Deli or restaurants. Store Employee roles have varying start times across the day, with some starting very early in the morning. All our store employees have excellent product knowledge, provide outstanding customer service, and above all else are passionate about retail. Suitable candidates should have some experience of working in a customer facing environment, be motivated, have excellent customer care skills, be confident communicators and have a passion for helping people. As a member of our store team you should be willing to learn and develop yourself, have a desire to succeed and to contribute to our positive team environment aswell as promoting our unique brand. Key Skills · Customer Service · Product Knowledge · Cash Handling · Visual Merchandising · Hygiene, Health and Safety · Knowledge of HACCP Dunnes Stores is an equal opportunities employer
Barista
☕ Barista – Join Our Team and Brew Up a Great Career with Us! The Role: This isn’t just another job — it’s your chance to kickstart a career in a brand that values growth, development, and promoting from within. As a Barista, you’ll be part of a supportive team where learning is part of every day and your potential truly matters. ✨ Why Join Us? • Full training provided — no experience needed! • A clear path to progress — many of our leaders started as Baristas • Ongoing support to help you grow in confidence and skills • A fun, energetic environment where every shift brings something new �� What We Offer: • Complimentary handcrafted coffee on every shift • Employee discounts across all Costa locations • Full training and ongoing development opportunities • A friendly, inclusive, and supportive team culture • A workplace where you can grow, learn, and be yourself �� Make it Yours: This role is based in Costa Coffee Kilcock. �� Apply today and bring your love for coffee to life with Costa!
Store Manager
Lead a High-Performing Store for adidas We're looking for an experienced and commercially focused Store Manager to lead our adidas store in Kildare. This is a senior retail leadership role with full accountability for the store's commercial success, customer experience, people development and operational performance. As Store Manager, you'll be responsible for delivering sales and profit targets, creating a high-performance culture and ensuring the adidas brand is brought to life through exceptional service and execution. You'll lead from the front on the shop floor, inspire your team to achieve their best, and use data and insight to drive continuous improvements across the business. Working closely with the District Manager and wider support functions, you'll play a key role in developing talent, driving operational excellence and creating an outstanding experience for every consumer who visits the store. What You'll Be Responsible ForCommercial Performance & Store Leadership Take full ownership of the store and its commercial success. Deliver and exceed sales, profitability and productivity targets. Analyse business performance and identify opportunities to improve results. Challenge the status quo and implement actions that drive continuous improvement. Effectively manage store resources to maximise business performance. Partner with the District Manager and support functions to address opportunities and business challenges. Consumer Experience & Brand Execution Lead by example and spend significant time on the sales floor supporting customers and your team. Ensure an exceptional consumer experience at every stage of the customer journey. Act as a Brand Ambassador, consistently demonstrating adidas values and behaviours. Ensure all brand, visual merchandising and in-store communication standards are executed to a high standard. Drive a culture where customer service and selling are always the priority. People Leadership & Talent Development Recruit, coach and develop a high-performing store team. Create a culture of accountability, engagement and continuous improvement. Set clear expectations and provide regular, constructive performance feedback. Effectively manage performance, recognising success and addressing underperformance where required. Identify and develop future talent within the business. Work with the District Manager to support succession planning and long-term capability development. Operations & Compliance Ensure the efficient and effective operation of all areas of the store. Maintain the legal and financial integrity of the business. Ensure merchandise deliveries are processed promptly and product is always available for customers. Lead stock management, inventory accuracy and loss prevention activity. Ensure cash handling and store transactions are completed accurately and efficiently. Maintain a safe, productive and compliant working environment for employees and customers. Ensure all company policies, procedures and HR standards are consistently applied. What We're Looking ForEssential Experience Previous Store Manager experience within a sports, fashion or customer-focused retail environment. Proven ability to manage and deliver commercial performance against sales and profit targets. Experience leading, developing and motivating high-performing teams. Strong understanding of retail operations, customer experience and store execution. Experience using data and performance metrics to drive decision-making and business results. Skills & Capabilities Strong commercial and analytical mindset. Excellent leadership and coaching skills. Ability to build a positive, high-performance team culture. Outstanding communication and stakeholder management skills. Strong organisational and planning capability. Passion for retail, consumers, sport and the adidas brand. Minimum Qualifications Minimum 18 months' experience within a sportswear, fashion or customer-focused retail environment. Minimum 12 months' Store Manager responsibility. Intermediate numeracy and literacy skills. Advanced verbal communication skills.
