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We are seeking a highly skilled and creative Head Chef to lead our culinary team and ensure the smooth operation of our kitchen. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in high-volume, high-quality food service, with a passion for innovation, leadership, and delivering exceptional dining experiences. Responsibilities Salary will be determined according to experience.
Services Manager
The post of Services Manager is an administrative full-time role reporting to and supporting the Hospital and School Manager. The Services Manager, along with the Hospital and School Manager and the Dean, will be responsible for coordinating and supervising the operation of all administrative and support functions of the Dental School and Hospital. This post will be the key liaison with the HSE in managing the Service Level Agreement (SLA) and fulfilling reporting requirements. The post carries a high level of authority, involving extensive contact with academic and technical/support staff, college offices, and external bodies, in an independent and discretionary decision-making capacity. Role Description • Maintain and develop the culture, ethos, and excellence of the Hospital and School. • Manage the administrative aspects of the operation of clinical services, ensuring that the terms of any agreements with healthcare bodies are met. The Dean undertakes responsibility for Clinical Governance in conjunction with the Clinical Director. The post may be required to support those activities on occasion, including but not limited to quantum of service, patient satisfaction, patient throughput, rostering of staff, removal of barriers to improvement, introduction of streamlined processes and procedures, and related aspects to the management of complex, standards-driven services. • Manage and support administrative staff in delivering a high-quality service to patients, students, and staff. • Provide regular reports, written and verbal, to the hospital manager on key performance indicators in the service. • Manage routine HR functions, including performance management, in liaison with the Hospital & School Manager as appropriate. • Monitor, identify, report, and address all the institutional risk issues. • Support key functions across health and safety, facilities management, and patient complaints. • Support functions across key performance areas such as research, teaching, and learning. • Be involved in the strategic development of hospital and school policies aligned with the University and any National Oral Health Policies. • Ensure that the administrative systems and practices within the school and hospital are developed and operated in line with university policies and guidelines. • Work closely with the Hospital & School Manager to ensure that staff are motivated to achieve the highest standards of individual and collective performance and to foster, maintain, and support the working relationships between staff at all levels within the hospital and school. • Maintain a high level of interaction and positive relationships with staff and students. • Represent the Hospital & School Manager in conducting business with other schools/departments, college offices, and external bodies and deputise for the hospital and school manager as required. • Participate in and lead relevant committees, as appropriate and in agreement with the Dean. Participate in university and college-level committees as required. Work with Chairs of all committees on preparing for relevant accreditation visits, particularly related to curriculum regulation and clinical governance. • Be familiar with the principles of procurement and comply with relevant directives. • Establish, implement, and maintain clear, effective, and efficient communications in working relationships throughout the hospital and with all relevant agencies, including the HSE, Department of Children, Department of Education and Science, Research Funding Agencies, Statutory Bodies, and Professional Bodies representing staff. Build and nurture strong working relationships with senior HSE staff regarding the operation of the Service Level Agreement (SLA). • Maximise income generation and collection. • Assist the Hospital & School Manager in the organisation of the day-to-day effective and efficient operation of all functions within the hospital within the approved budget. • Work effectively with the Hospital and School Manager and Dean to manage the delivery of a high-quality administrative service that supports the day-to-day smooth running of the Hospital School as well as its longer-term strategic planning and development processes. • Work closely with the Hospital & School Manager to provide leadership of academic administration. • Perform other duties as may be assigned from time to time. Health & Safety: In addition to the statutory safety duties of all employees (as prescribed in safety legislation and the relevant local safety statement), each staff member is responsible for: • Discharging any safety functions delegated to them by their Head of College/School/Department/Centre/Unit in relation to the areas/activities under their control. • Co-operating and assisting the University and the Head of College/School/Department/Centre/Unit in the discharge of their statutory safety responsibilities. • Ensuring that all work under their control is undertaken safely and without risk to health and complies with the provisions of all relevant statutory legislation. Requirements: The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate previous leadership, broad management experience, and a track record of achievement in a complex, results-focused organisation. They will also demonstrate experience in dealing with different stakeholders. In addition to previous relevant experience and personal skills, an appropriate educational qualification will be required. Skills and Attributes: The successful candidate will: • Have excellent resource and people management skills with the ability to motivate staff. • Have demonstrated leadership and strategic skills. • Be a clear, analytical, and decisive thinker. • Have drive, energy, and commitment. • Have good communication and presentation skills. • Be a good negotiator. • Be a team player. Note: As the university continues to expand and evolve, it is likely that flexibility in regard to the allocation of specific duties will be necessary. Accordingly, the list of duties specified above is not intended to be exclusive or restrictive; duties may be added or withdrawn, but any such alteration will take place after consultation with the appointee. SELECTION CRITERIA Essential Criteria The successful candidate will have a third-level qualification or other relevant professional qualification in a field such as management, leadership, public administration, human resources, finance, or project management. Proven ability through extensive administrative, planning, and management experience of an appropriate nature. Record of overcoming barriers to improvement and ability to create and implement feasible solutions to problems. Proven record of working independently and as part of a team, and in achieving short-term and long-term goals. Proven record of leading a team to deliver a public-facing service as well as delivering projects and continuous improvement on time and to budget. Excellent interpersonal skills, combined with an ability to deal effectively, efficiently, and appropriately with staff, senior managers, public, and external partners and groups. Proven ability to exercise professional judgment and to use initiative appropriately. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to relate to staff in a collegial manner. Excellent organisational skills and experience of working to deadlines whilst coping with competing priorities. Ability to deal flexibly with a range of different demands about a wide variety of subjects and prioritise a varied workload. Ability to influence and drive business thinking and the development of systems that support business objectives, organisational design, and resource planning. Desirable Criteria 13. Experience in managing a team and dealing with a variety of complex HR issues. 14. Experience of successful implementation of new administrative and IT systems. 15. Experience in a University or other Higher Education Institute or Health Service establishment for more than 3 years. 16. Experience of services development in the health or social care sector. 17. Evidence of Lean/Six Sigma expertise or application. Candidates are requested to make a personal assessment of these criteria against their own qualifications, skills, and abilities to assess whether they should apply for the post. Please note: Candidates who do not demonstrate that they meet the criteria as detailed above will not be shortlisted. The University, at its discretion, may undertake to make an additional appointment(s) from this competition following the conclusion of the process. Competencies relating to administrative grades in the University are available on the website. CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT Salary: Appointment may be made on the Admin III Salary Scale: €60,260 - €71,946 (Scale B) / €57,375 - €68,462 (Scale A). Salary placement on appointment will be in accordance with public sector pay policy. As required by public pay policy for the higher education sector, new appointments to a direct entry recruitment grade will generally be at the minimum (1st point) of the relevant scale. For existing public servants, the restriction to the first point on the scale may be varied where a person is appointed to the same or an analogous grade, role, or position as their previous public service employment. The rate of remuneration for all appointments may be adjusted from time to time in line with government policy. Hours of Duty: The working hours for administrative staff are 35 hours per week, from 9.00am to 5.00pm Monday to Friday, with 1 hour for lunch. Due to the nature and seniority of the post, however, it may be necessary to extend and vary these hours from time to time in order to meet the exigencies of the post. Annual Leave: 29 days per annum, exclusive of public holidays and Good Friday. The leave year commences on 1 July annually, and four days annual leave must be held for the Christmas closure period. Sick Leave: Granted in line with University policy, which may change from time to time. Tenure: Permanent whole-time post with a twelve-month probationary period. Either party may terminate employment with one month’s notice (subject to the Minimum Notice and Terms of Employment Acts, 1973–2005). Pension: Governed by the Public Service Pensions (Single Scheme and Other Provisions) Act 2012 or the UCC Pension Scheme, depending on prior service. Other Benefits: • Supplementary Life Assurance Scheme (0.26% of salary). • Group Personal Accident Scheme (0.06% of salary). • UCC Income Continuance Plan and Specified Illness Cover (1.05% of salary). • PRSI Class A1 rate applies. • Access to VHI, Laya Healthcare, or Irish Life group schemes. • Opportunities for further studies, training, and use of campus facilities. • Comprehensive Work Life Balance Policies. Other Notes: Non-EEA citizens must obtain a valid work permit before appointment. Shortlisted candidates will be interviewed (in person or online) and must provide references, a birth certificate, academic documents, and may be subject to Garda vetting or international police clearance. Candidates must ensure all information submitted is accurate; any false statements will invalidate the application.
Online Shopping Assistant
Main purpose of the role: Shop and fulfil orders on behalf of our customers using the SuperValu.ie service. The ideal candidate will have/be: Previous retail experience is desirable is desirable Shop to specific targets whilst being selective and accurate with products Excellent communication skills Accuracy, attention to detail, organised and flexible Ability to use own initiative and work as part of a team in a fast-paced environment. Main duties: Actively live SuperValu brand-values i.e. Genuine, Passion for Food, Vibrant, Committed, Innovative and Imaginative Shop to specific targets whilst being selective and accurate with products Have good product knowledge to ensure the items that are picked are of the highest quality and substitution chosen are appropriate Pack the products in the correct temperature zone and in such a way they arrive at the customers€,, home in perfect condition Make decisions on behalf of customers if products ordered are unavailable Work on own initiative with very little supervision Keep up to date with team communication Deal with routine customer queries.
Senior Supervisor/instructor
Senior Supervisor/Instructor Training Centres, Day Services & Community Hubs (aligned to the Workshop Supervisor/Instructor, Senior salary scale) Fulltime Permanent, 39 hour working week Salary: The 11-point salary scale for the post as of 01/08/2025: €40,521, €41,398, €42,663, €43,975, €45,337, €46,745, €48,205, €49,717, €51,286, €52,947, €54,705 LSIs New appointees to any grade start at the minimum point of the scale. Incremental credit will be applied for recognised relevant service in Ireland (Department of Health Circular 2/2011). Incremental credit is normally granted on appointment, in respect of previous experience in the Civil Service, Local Authorities, Health Service and other Public Service Bodies and Statutory Agencies. Qualifications, experience required: Informal enquiries can be made to Paul Sherlock, Manager on 086 417 8396 Completed application forms must be returned no later than Tuesday 18th November 2025. Applicants may be short listed on the basis of their application. A panel may be formed for a 12-month period to fill future permanent or temporary, full time or part-time Senior Supervisor positions that may arise across Horizons. The Department of Health & Children Consolidated Scales apply. Visit our Website: Work with Us - Horizons
Occupational Therapy Assistant, University Hospital
Title of Post: Occupational Therapy Assistant, CUH There are a number of permanent whole-time vacancy available in Cork University Hospital. A panel may be formed as a result of this campaign for Cork University Hospital from which current and future, permanent and specified purpose vacancies of full or part-time duration may be filled. Details of Service Cork University Hospital (CUH) is the largest university teaching hospital in Ireland and is the only level 1 trauma centre in the Republic of Ireland – an accreditation given because of the very wide range of specialties delivered by the hospital – It services a wide range of specialties including Neuroscience, Cardiac Service, Orthopaedics, General Surgery, Renal, Internal Medicine, Vascular, Ophthalmology, Urology, Plastic Surgery, Maxillary-Facial, Paediatrics, Intensive Care, Oncology, Haematology, Burns. Details of Service: CUH is the tertiary referral centre for the HSE Southern area, and the supra regional area of Limerick, Clare, Tipperary, Waterford and Kilkenny. CUH therefore acts as a regional centre for secondary and tertiary care for the catchments population of 550,000 served by the HSE Southern area and a supra-regional centre for a total a population of 1.1 million. CUH is part of the HSE South West Region. The other acute hospitals within this group are University Hospital Kerry; Mercy University Hospital; South Infirmary Victoria University Hospital; Bantry General Hospital; Mallow General Hospital Purpose of Post: The Occupational Therapy Assistant’s role will be to work under the direction and guidance of the Manager or supervising occupational therapist to support the provision of high quality patient-centred therapy services and to manage administrative duties, maintain hygiene and health and safety policies as appropriate.
Afterschool Team Member
We are Kids Inc. We provide Early Years and Afterschool Care services. With an experience of more than 25 years in the childcare industry, we're one of the most established organizations operating geographically all over Ireland. Our goal is to extend children’s daily learning by involving them in a wide range of sports and creative programs, with a strict ‘No Screen Time’ policy. With 4 Creches and Preschool services in Dublin, Kids Inc is also hosting over 60 'Onsite" Breakfast and Afterschool Care programs throughout the country. We are looking for kind, enthusiastic, and dedicated individuals who are passionate about working with children to join our team in the new school year. We are currently recruiting for a Part-Time Term-Time TM in Shanbally NS, Lifford to join our busy Afterschool & Holiday service. The Role:
Accounts Assistant
Company Description Xeinadin was established in 2019 when a number of leading business advisory and accountancy practices across the UK and Ireland came together to re-imagine the future of accountancy. Our collective mission to provide locally forged, trusted business advice to SMEs through forward-thinking, close-knit relationships remains pivotal to our growth. It's our people who drive our business forward, and we offer them future-focused career opportunities whilst supporting individual specialisms. Our regional offices of over 2500 colleagues operate collaboratively, combining collective expertise to maximise potential. Description This is a new role to sit as part of our central finance team in our West Cork business hub in Clonakilty. Key Responsibilities Supporting our Financial Controller and finance team to prepare monthly management accounts and financial reports in a timely and accurate manner. Assist with preparation or cost analyses, margin reports, and KPI dashboards to support operational decision-making. Reconciling bank accounts (AR and possibly supporting AP where required) and supporting Financial Controller with finance tasks and other reporting. Key Requirements Studying for a professional accounting qualification such as ACCA, CIMA, ACA, CPA or equivalent. Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline. Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience in an assistant management accounting or financial analysis role. Strong understanding of Irish financial regulations, tax, and reporting requirements. Additional Requirements Model Office Based Salary Competitive Benefits • Company Pension Scheme • 25 days of annual leave + bank holidays • Additional annual leave days from certain levels of seniority • Ability to buy up to 5 days of annual leave to reach a maximum of 30 days per annum • Business closure over Christmas* • Life Assurance x4 annual salary • Enhanced family leave policies • Enhanced Company Sick Pay • Employee Assistance Programme – 24/7 support, free and confidential • Corporate Discounts Platform Flexible Benefits platform with ability to opt-in to various insurances (level of seniority dependent & self-funded at corporate rates) such as: • PMI single or family • Critical Illness Cover • Cash plan • Cycle to work • Eye care • Dental *subject to exceptions and business needs
Sales Consultant
GET TO KNOW US Bottom Drawer is the luxury bedlinen and homewares concession in Brown Thomas Dublin, Cork and Limerick and in Arnotts. We sell the very best international and Irish brands and offer knowledgeable and professional customer service at all times. We are a family business, established in 1989 and have been selling beautiful homewares exclusively within the BTA group for 35 years. We have established great relationships with our loyal customers, and each member of our team knows the importance of superb customer service, thorough product knowledge and a flair for selling beautiful things. KNOW THE ROLE The role involves selling and customer relations, merchandising the ranges, stock control, learning all about our beautiful products and all the tasks involved with running a retail concession. Ideally, we are looking for someone to work 7 hours per day, 4 to 5 days a week. They will be based in our Grafton Street store and will be working alongside up to 4 other sales consultants. KNOW WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR We are looking for a new member to join our small team in Brown Thomas Dublin. The ideal candidate will love selling, be efficient, trustworthy, and hardworking with a flair for interiors and a love of homewares being a distinct advantage. We would require the new team member to ideally have a background in sales / interiors, although this is not a necessity. A positive attitude is most important, as is a willingness to work hard at all aspects of the job, and to really enjoy the interactions with our customers, whilst being professional, quick, and cheerful in carrying out all the tasks needed in the retail environment. They must be willing to be flexible with working hours as demands shift with the seasons, including Sundays, late night shopping evenings etc. KNOW HOW WE WORK We Drive Creativity and Innovation: Creativity runs through our veins and fuels everything we do. We are an enterprising team that thinks outside the box to bring new ideas to life and to create unrivalled experiences designed for our customers and our world. Fostering a culture of innovation, we keep ahead of the rest while growing sustainably. We Go Above and Beyond: As agents of change within our industry we set the standard, always leading, never imitating. We love to go where others haven't and thrive on sharing our knowledge and expertise. We work to surpass expectations, inspiring everyone who comes in to contact with our brands. We Do the Right Thing: We respect our world and everyone we interact with. Acting with decency, honesty and transparency, we strive to ensure that everything we contemplate or do, contributes to a sustainable future. Embracing diversity and inclusivity we build trust among our customers, partners, and communities and with each other. Back Share Apply Now
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: €59,662 to 70,624 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 : 33 days pro rata per annum. Overview of the Post: Enable Ireland delivers children’s services through the Children’s Disability Network Teams (CDNT) under the national Progressing Disabilities Services (PDS) model for children and young people with complex needs arising from a disability. The post holder will be responsible for the provision of a range of Physiotherapist services for young people (0 – 18 years) and their families within an interdisciplinary framework. Service will include assessment and intervention, clinical supervision and ongoing service development. This will be delivered through a family centred approach across a variety of settings including the clinic, preschools, 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 complexdisability/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: 11th November 2025 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
Senior Dietician
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 Grade Dietician to join our team in Cork Childrens Services, Curraheen, Cork Contract Type: Permanent. Contract Hours: Full-time Salary Scale: €59,662 to 70,624 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 : 30 days pro rata per annum. Overview of the Post: The post holder will provide a clinical nutrition & dietetic service to Service Users referred by the Children’s Disability Network Teams. This involves the provision of dietetic counselling and support to Service Users and their families, and includes the initial consultation as well as ongoing review. The post holder will have a high level of knowledge and understanding of the nutritional difficulties prevalent in intellectual disability, autistic spectrum disorder and physical & sensory disabilities. Overview of Duties & Responsibilities: Please see Job Description for full list The successful candidate will have Essential Criteria: · INDI membership. 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: 11th November 2025 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
