Junior Deli Assistant - O'Hehirs Café , Ballybofey

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

Benefits offered by this job

Staff meals

Staff discount

Training & progression

Supportive environment

Work permit required

Job summary

O'Hehirs in Ballybofey, Co. Donegal, is seeking a Full Time Junior Deli Assistant for our cafe. You will help create a friendly, customer-focused atmosphere while preparing and serving fresh food with care and enthusiasm.

Working 30-40 hours across five days (cafe open six days). You will handle till/cash, assist with bakery and wash-up tasks during busy periods, and help train new team members in a supportive, collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of experience as a Deli Assistant or similar role.
• Cash handling with accurate till operation.
• Barista training or experience with quality coffee.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve teas, coffees, and beverages to customers.
• Serve signature sandwiches and promote daily specials.
• Prepare hot foods with focus on quality and presentation.
• Keep work area clean and welcoming throughout the day.
• Operate the till and complete end-of-day cashing-up.
• Support bakery and wash-up areas during busy periods.
• Welcome and train new team members as they settle in.

Skills

Cash handling

Barista skills

Customer service

Job description

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

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 cafe 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