Junior Deli Assistant - O'Hehirs Café , Ballybofey

O'Hehirs bakery and Cafe; Ballybofey; On-site; EUR 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff meals provided

Staff discount on products

Training and career progression

Job summary

O'Hehirs bakery and Cafe in Ballybofey, Co. Donegal, is hiring a full-time Junior Deli Assistant for our busy cafe. You will help create a friendly, customer-focused atmosphere while preparing and serving fresh food with care and enthusiasm.

The role offers 30–40 hours per week across five days, with no evening shifts required. We provide staff meals, staff discounts, and opportunities for training and career progression in a supportive, family-run environment.

Qualifications

• 2–3 years’ experience as a Deli Assistant or similar role.
• Cash handling with accurate till operation.
• Barista training or experience preparing quality coffee and beverages.

Responsibilities

• Preparing and serving a range of teas, coffees, and other beverages.
• Serving signature sandwiches and promoting daily specials.
• Preparing hot dishes with focus on quality and presentation.
• Keeping the work area clean, organized and welcoming.
• Operating the till and completing end-of-day cashing-up.
• Supporting bakery and wash-up areas during busy periods.
• Welcoming and training new team members.

Job description

O'Hehirs bakery and Cafe

Location: On site / Ballybofey, Co. Donegal, Ireland
job type: Permanent / Full-time
Sector and subsector: Hospitality | Food and Beverage / Restaurant
Salary: Competitive salary

WE ARE HIRING A FULL TIME JUNIOR DELI ASSISTANT FOR OUR CAFE IN BALLYBOFEY, DONEGAL

The Role:

O’Hehirs is a well-established, family run business in food and bakery based in Sligo with a chain of shops spanning Sligo, Donegal, Mayo, Galway, Longford, and Westmeath and are expanding services and products offered all the time.

As a Junior Deli Assistant, you'll help create a friendly, customer-focused atmosphere where every visitor feels welcome. Working as part of a close-knit team, you'll provide excellent service while preparing and serving our fresh food with care and enthusiasm.

Full Time:

Min 35 hours p.w

Working hours:

30-40 hours p.w - The café is open 6 days a week, you will be working across 5 days. Being able to work weekdays and weekends will be required. There are no evening shifts.

Key Responsibilities:

• Preparing and serve a range of teas, coffees, and other beverages to our customers
• Serving our signature sandwiches to a high standard and confidently promote daily specials and offers
• Preparing hot food dishes with a focus on quality, presentation, and excellent customer service
• Keeping your work area clean, organised, and welcoming throughout the day
• Operating the till and complete end-of-day cashing-up procedures
• Working as part of the wider team, supporting colleagues in the bakery and wash-up areas during busy periods when required
• Help welcome and train new team members, sharing your knowledge and supporting them as they settle into their role.

What we’re looking for:

• Previous experience working as a Deli Assistant, with 2–3 years’ experience in a similar role
• Confidence handling cash and operating a till accurately
• Barista training or experience preparing quality coffee and beverages.

What we offer:

• Staff meals provided
• Staff Discount on O’Hehirs products
• Opportunities for training and career progression.
• A supportive, creative, and friendly working environment.

**All applicants must have a valid work permit**

O'Hehirs is an equal opportunities Employer