Deli Manager

About the role

Applegreen is hiring a Bakewell Manager for its Kilkenny location. This is a hands-on frontline position where you’ll help keep daily deli and food-service operations running smoothly while contributing to a customer-focused, team-oriented workplace.

The role suits someone who enjoys leading people, maintaining high standards, and working in a busy environment where service, food quality, and operational excellence all matter.

Key responsibilities

• Run the day-to-day Bakewell operation and make sure company standards are consistently met across food preparation, cooking, cleanliness, and customer service.
• Lead the team on shift, including hiring support, onboarding, training, rota planning, and performance oversight.
• Keep food hygiene and venue cleanliness to a high standard at all times.
• Ensure the site follows health, safety, and sanitation requirements.
• Support sales growth and work towards achieving sales targets.

Requirements

• Previous experience of 1 to 2 years in a similar position.
• Food experience is required.
• A positive, proactive attitude and strong communication skills.
• Comfort interacting with customers and helping create a good experience.
• Ability to work collaboratively and contribute to a supportive team culture.
• Confidence working in a fast-moving environment.
• Willingness to learn and adapt as business needs change.

Benefits

• Staff discount on Bakewell deli food and hot drinks.
• Bike-to-work scheme available after 6 months of service.
• HSF Health Plans support for healthcare expenses such as dental and optical care, plus other services.
• Access to a wellbeing platform with micro-modules and articles focused on mental health and wellbeing.
• Employee Assistance Programme offering free, confidential counselling support for personal, family, work, and money-related concerns.
• Flexible schedules.
• Company pension scheme.
• Special offers on broadband and mobile plans.
• Refer-a-friend scheme.
• Learning and development opportunities through online and classroom-based training with internal and external industry experts.

Additional information

This position is based in Kilkenny, County Kilkenny, Ireland and is a full-time onsite role. The listing does not specify salary, vacancy count, start date, or application deadline.

The role is part of Applegreen’s broader team culture, with an emphasis on community, teamwork, and customer service.