Deli Assistant

Centra; Portlaoise; On-site; EUR 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Centra in Portlaoise is seeking a Deli Assistant to handle the preparation of hot and cold deli products and to ensure customer satisfaction remains the top priority.

You will work on Dublin Road, Portlaoise, in a fast-paced environment as part of a team that values pride, energy, imagination and community.

The ideal candidate will have strong communication, customer service experience, and a passion for food.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills.
• Previous customer service experience is advantageous.
• Ability to work as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to multi-task under pressure.
• A passion for food and the ability to inspire shoppers.

Responsibilities

• Prepare high-quality deli products and dishes across hot and cold sections.
• Cook, prepare and display foods offered throughout the day.
• Assist customers and service them in a friendly, efficient manner.
• Actively live Centra brand-values (Proud, Energetic, Imaginative and Community-Based).
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness and food safety.

Skills

Excellent communication

Customer service

Team player

Multi-tasking under pressure

Passion for food

HACCP training

Job description

Job Ref

54982

Job Title

Deli Assistant

Job Type

Full time

Location

Dublin Road, Portlaoise

Salary

On Application

Closing Date For Applications

10-11-2026

Job Description

Main purpose of the role

Responsible for the preparation of high quality hot and cold deli products and for ensuring customer satisfaction is the number one priority.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have/be

• HACCP training is desirable but not necessary
• Excellent communication skills
• Previous customer service experience is an advantage
• The ability to work as part of a team in a fast-paced environment, ability to multi task under pressure
• A passion for food and the ability to inspire shoppers.

Main duties

• Actively live Centra brand-values i.e. Proud, Energetic, Imaginative and Community-Based
• Prepare customer orders across all fresh food areas i.e. make sandwiches and rolls, dish up hot food and slice meats using the store`sportion control measures
• Cook, prepare and display the foods sold throughout the day