Assistant Fresh Food Manager Co. Kildare

Blue Forge Recruitment; Ireland; Remote; EUR 32,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Store Discount

Company pension scheme

Early starts

Job summary

Blue Forge Recruitment partners with a major Irish supermarket brand to recruit an Assistant Fresh Food Manager in Co. Kildare. The role supports the Deli Manager in day-to-day operations, leads a team, and ensures high standards of food safety, stock control and merchandising.

The position is a 40-hour, 5-day week with early starts around 6am, located near Newbridge; salary €32,000–€34,000 DOE, benefits include store discount and pension.

Qualifications

• Previous management or supervisory experience within fresh food, grocery, retail or FMCG.

Responsibilities

• Support the Fresh Food Manager in the day-to-day running of the fresh food departments.
• Lead, motivate and develop a high-performing team, creating a positive and customer-focused environment.
• Drive sales and maximise profitability through effective commercial and operational management.
• Monitor stock levels, ordering, waste and availability to ensure optimum product ranges at all times.
• Maintain consistently high standards of food safety, hygiene, HACCP and health & safety.
• Ensure promotions, seasonal activity and new product launches are executed to a high standard.
• Manage day-to-day operations in the absence of the Fresh Food Manager.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

People management

Organisational skills

Customer service

Attention to detail

Job description

Assistant Fresh Food Manager Co. Kildare

10th September, 2026

Assistant Fresh Food Manager Co. Kildare
Blue Forge Recruitment is proud to partner with some of Ireland's most progressive and respected retail and FMCG businesses. We're delighted to be working with a hugely successful Irish supermarket brand with multiple stores across Ireland and a true homegrown success story that continues to grow from strength to strength, with exciting plans for further expansion and new stores in the years ahead.Our client is seeking an experienced candidate to join their busy Fresh Food Department and play a key role in supporting the Deli Manager with the day-to-day running of the department. The store is conveniently located just 20 minutes from Clane and approximately 25 minutes from Naas, Newbridge, Maynooth and surrounding areas. Due to the early morning start times, candidates with their own transport are preferred. The ideal candidate will be a natural leader with a good understanding of food safety and hygiene standards, and the ability to manage stock and control inventory effectively. This job also requires taking responsibility for the department in the absence of the Deli Manager, maintaining excellent merchandising standards and ensuring the deli counters are consistently well-stocked, fresh and presented to a high standard. This is a great opportunity for someone with the ambition to grow in their career within a successful and expanding retail business.
Package and Benefits
Salary: €32,000 -34,000 DOE
40-hour full time contract
Store Discount
Company pension scheme
Early starts typically 6am to midday or afternoon latest.
Key Responsibilities of Assistant Fresh Food Manager Co. Kildare

• Support the Fresh Food Manager in the day-to-day running of the fresh food departments.
• Lead, motivate and develop a high-performing team, creating a positive and customer-focused environment.
• Drive sales and maximise profitability through effective commercial and operational management.
• Monitor stock levels, ordering, waste and availability to ensure optimum product ranges at all times.
• Maintain consistently high standards of food safety, hygiene, HACCP and health & safety.
• Ensure promotions, seasonal activity and new product launches are executed to a high standard.
• Manage day-to-day operations in the absence of the Fresh Food Manager.

Requirements for Assistant Fresh Food Manager Co. Kildare

• Previous management or supervisory experience within fresh food, grocery, retail or FMCG.
• Excellent leadership, communication and people-management skills.
• A genuine passion for fresh food, quality and customer service.
• Strong understanding of food safety, hygiene and HACCP standards.
• Highly organised with the ability to prioritise and work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• A hands-on, proactive approach with the ability to lead from the front.
• A positive attitude, strong work ethic and a desire to progress within a growing retail business.