We are looking for a Team Lead in our Avoca Monkstown Foodmarket . This is a full‑time role, 5 days per week, for immediate start. Job Specification The role of a Food Team Lead is to provide support for the wider management team, and to be a team lead for employees in your department when a manager is absent. Roles and Responsibilities Customer Service – Ensure a high level of customer service is adhered to throughout the store, handle any customer complaints appropriately, escalating where necessary. Cash Management – Performing end‑of‑day cash and accurate lodgment reporting, safe counts and cash drops. Correct use of Meridian to input cash/safe details. Staff training and development – ensuring all employees are adequately trained in areas such as tills, coffee training, merchandising, HACCP/Food safety etc. Order processing – adhering to order schedules and processes, from both internal and external suppliers, creating PO’s and maintaining excellent supplier relationships. Adhering to Avoca systems and procedures. Act as a brand guardian to ensure consistency across the breadth of our offering. Drive innovation, embrace change and support the team in the delivery of new concepts. Ensure retail visual merchandising and displays are in keeping with Avoca brand standards. Full compliance with health & safety and Food Safety requirements throughout our operations. Requirements 3 years experience in a high‑end customer‑facing retail business. Highly organized with an ability to multi‑task, prioritise and work to tight deadlines. Must be strategic, commercially minded with a clear vision and a passion for retail. Excellent customer service skills – the ability to go “above and beyond”. Be a creative and innovative thinker. Be a teamwork champion. Flexibility – the nature of the business is dependent on customer service which requires certain aspects of flexibility such as roster changes, cover on days that are short‑staffed that may be in different areas of the store. Skills Retail Customer Service Sales Avoca is an equal opportunities employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr
A leading retail company in Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown is seeking a Team Lead to support management and oversee employees. Responsibilities include ensuring outstanding customer service, managing cash processes, training staff, and maintaining compliance with health and safety standards. The ideal candidate will have over 3 years of experience in retail, be highly organized, and possess excellent customer service skills. Join us for a role that embraces innovation and teamwork. #J-18808-Ljbffr
A well-known cafe in Ashford, Ireland is seeking experienced food handlers for part-time positions. The role involves providing exceptional customer service, making coffees, and managing transactions. Ideal candidates should have previous cafe experience, strong communication skills, and a customer-focused attitude. The job offers benefits such as a pension scheme, professional development opportunities, and wellness programs. #J-18808-Ljbffr
We are recruiting for experienced food handlers to work part-time in our cafe in our location at Avoca Mount Usher . Duties include Customer Service - A high standard of customer service is required for the role, including assisting customers in person and via phone Barista - making coffees, serving fresh food to customers. Till use - scanning items and taking payments, managing queues in a timely manner. Replenishing stock, ensuring the retail department is always in line with Avoca brand standards. Opening and closing duties as outlined by your line manager Ensuring the store is clean, tidy and in keeping with Avoca brand standard Ad-hoc duties outlined by your manager Ideal Candidate Experience working in a busy cafe Waiting/Barista experience desired Good interpersonal skills Effective communicator Motivated & self driven Customer focused Why work with us? Pension Scheme Professional Development Employee Assistance Programme Health & Wellness Programmes Employee Referral Bonus Family Friendly Policies Cycle To Work Scheme #J-18808-Ljbffr
Avoca operates in 14 Store locations, Central Bakery & Kitchen, Central Stores and Weaving Production Mill across the country. After all this time, the ethos of Avoca remains the same. We cherish our time‑honoured traditions, which have been lovingly passed down through several generations. Today, there are third generation weavers working at the Mill. Our skills might be steeped in a long and rich tradition, but our attitude is to look to the future. Now heralded as one of Ireland’s most exciting retail stores, there are Avoca ceramics, clothing, perfumes, soaps and more from our own design studio. We have a host of award‑winning cafes and restaurants, Food Markets crammed with artisanal ingredients from near and far, as well as a best‑selling range of Avoca cookbooks. There are also gardens to explore at many of our stores, as well as florists and garden centres. The list goes on. And all of this from a modest hand‑waving mill, established in a rural Irish village in 1723. Role Purpose Reporting in the Financial Director, the Avoca Inventory Optimisation Manager is a hands‑on role and will oversee the end‑to‑end flow of goods, including inventory accuracy, warehousing, order fulfilment, optimising stock levels, reducing costs, merchandise planning, and inventory reporting. The individual will function as a key change agent in driving fit‑for‑purpose solution within the business. Key Duties & Responsibilities Avoca End to End Inventory management from intake to final exit from the business Ownership of the End-to-End process of ensuring inventory works through the business in the most efficient way possible Ensuring success of the End-to-End system via the People, Process and Technology Integrate change management, communication, and training plans to ensure success of the End-to-End process Identify new ways of doing things in the business to contribute to most efficient journey of inventory Evaluation of systems to guarantee a fit for purpose solution Establish KPI's and reporting structure Implement replenishment system based on demand/rate of sale, so as not to miss opportunities Implement policies to maximise sale of inventory Implement controls to minimise waste and stock write off Take responsibility for the stock take process and make sure each stock take is conducted efficiently based on the cycle calendar Ownership of merchandise planning Ownership of Hamper process Stakeholders Central Stores (CST) - CST Manager will report into Inventory Optimisation Manager Logistics Manager Central Bakery (CBK) Manager General Managers of Avoca Shops Regional General Manager Category Buying Teams Financial Director Managing Director Avoca Mill Manager Online Manager Stock Room Leads The successful candidate will be/have: 5+ years working in an inventory/Logistics environment Experience of working within a Retail environment is essential, with experience in Allocation, Replenishment and Forecasting A third level degree, while advantageous, is not necessary Strong record of supporting process improvement and system/automation projects in Musgrave or externally Strong Communication, presentation & Influencing Skills Evidence of continuous improvement skills e.g. lean qualifications. Ability to influence teams across the business. Ability to work to structured deadlines and project management disciplines. Growth mindset & behaviours to ensure success. Exhibits the drive to develop further through continuous professional and experiential learning. #J-18808-Ljbffr
A notable retail company in Ireland seeks an experienced Inventory Optimisation Manager to oversee the entire inventory management process. The candidate must have over 5 years of experience in logistics and retail, with strong skills in process improvement and communication. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring efficient flow of goods, KPIs, and change management in a dynamic retail environment. #J-18808-Ljbffr
A retail company is seeking full-time Retail Assistants for their Dunboyne store, prioritizing excellent customer service. Ideal candidates should be passionate about customer satisfaction, possess strong interpersonal skills, and the ability to maintain a well-stocked area. Duties include managing cash, promoting products, and ensuring brand standards are met. Employees benefit from daytime hours, professional development, and wellness programs. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Horticulturist Avoca operates in 13 locations across the country. After all this time, the ethos of Avoca remains the same. We cherish our time‑honoured traditions, which have been lovingly passed down through several generations. Our skills might be steeped in a long and rich tradition, but our attitude is to look to the future. We are now heralded as one of Ireland's most exciting retail stores, with a host of award‑winning cafes, restaurants and food markets crammed with artisanal ingredients from near and far. Job Description The opportunity has arisen to join the team in Avoca Mount Usher Garden Centre. We are looking for people on a permanent and a full‑time basis. Responsibilities Assisting customers with enquiries, providing horticultural information and advice on gardening purchases. Cash handling requirements. Daily and weekly garden care, including watering, repotting etc. Plant maintenance. Excellent customer service. This role is a manual role and will require manual handling training. Maintaining garden supplies in store through internal ordering processes, assisting with deliveries. Will require weekend work. Key Requirements Horticulturist qualification / experience required. Time‑keeping – Excellent time‑keeping and attendance is required in this role. Communication – Regular communication is required between you and your line manager in order to maximize efficiency in this role. Flexibility – The nature of the business is dependent on customer service which requires certain aspects of flexibility such as roster changes, cover on days that are short‑staffed in all sections as needed. You will be notified of these changes by your line manager. High Standards of Quality – A consistent level of quality is required, in keeping with Avoca high standards in all stores. Why work with us? Pension Scheme Professional Development Employee Assistance Programme Employee Share Purchase Plan Employee Referral Bonus Family Friendly Policies Life Assurance Benefit Cycle To Work Scheme Health & Wellness Programmes #J-18808-Ljbffr
Description An opportunity has arisen for Retail Assistants roles within the Avoca Dunboyne store. These roles are suitable for candidates who absolutely passionate about customer service. We are looking for someone on a full time basis with an immediate start. Responsibilities The highest standards of customer service are required for this role Ensuring your area is always in line with Avoca's best-in-class brand standards Cash handling skills and use of the point-of-sale system Management of stock levels, ensuring the offering is well maintained Opening and closing duties as outlined by your line manager Good computer skills Promoting gift cards and/or special offers Handling or escalating customer complaints Requirements Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills A keen eye for detail and strong merchandising skills A well-developed interest in jewellery would be an advantage but is not essential Excellent timekeeping is a key requirement The ability to work well under pressure The capacity to use your initiative whilst working as part of the Team Why work with us? We're always on the lookout for likeminded folks to join our merry band of men and women. So, apart from coming to work with your amazing teammates every day, we also offer the following benefits: Daytime only hours Pension Scheme Professional Development Health & Wellness Programmes Employee Assistance Programme Employee Share Purchase Plan Employee Referral Bonus Family Friendly Policies Life Assurance Benefit Cycle To Work Scheme #J-18808-Ljbffr
A renowned retail store in Ireland is seeking a dedicated Horticulturist to join their team at Avoca Mount Usher Garden Centre. The role involves assisting customers with gardening inquiries, maintaining garden plants, and providing excellent customer service. The ideal candidate must have horticultural qualifications and be flexible with work hours, including weekends. The position offers a full-time permanent contract along with competitive perks such as a pension scheme and professional development opportunities. #J-18808-Ljbffr
