Seasonal Retail | Sheridans Cheesemongers | Knocknacarra

Sheridans-Cheesemongers; Galway; Sur place; EUR 16 000 - 20 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Staff discount on Sheridans products

Résumé du poste

Sheridans Cheesemongers in Galway is seeking seasonal team members for the Christmas period. On-site roles include serving customers, preparing cheese, building hampers, and keeping the shop running smoothly.

No prior cheesemongering experience is required; an interest in cheese and good food is a bonus. You will receive training, work with experienced cheesemongers, and enjoy staff discounts on Sheridans products.

Qualifications

• Genuine interest in food, cheese, or artisan products is preferred but not essential.
• Friendly, confident communication and a willingness to engage with customers.
• Positive attitude and a willingness to learn.
• Ability to work well as part of a team in a busy environment.
• Good attention to detail and an organised approach to work.
• Flexibility to work 4–5 days per week, including weekends.
• Previous retail or food experience is helpful, but full training will be provided.

Responsabilités

• Welcoming customers and providing friendly, helpful service in a busy retail environment.
• Learning about and sharing knowledge of cheese, artisan foods, and the producers behind them.
• Helping customers choose products, discover new flavours, and find the perfect pairings.
• Preparing, caring for, and displaying cheese and other products to a high standard.
• Supporting the team with deliveries, stock rotation, and keeping the shop well organised.
• Preparing and presenting festive food hampers.
• Keeping counters, fridges, and work areas clean and tidy.
• Helping the team deliver a smooth and enjoyable customer experience throughout the busy Christmas period.

Connaissances

Friendly communication

Teamwork

Willingness to learn

Attention to detail

Flexibility

Description du poste

Seasonal Retail | Sheridans Cheesemongers | Knocknacarra

Location: On site / Galway, Ireland
job type: Fixed term / Full or part-time
Sector and subsector: Retail | Food
HourlyFixed salary:€ 14.25

Love good food, meeting people, and learning something new?

We're looking for seasonal team members to join Sheridans Cheesemongers over the busy Christmas period. From serving customers and preparing cheese to building festive hampers and keeping things running behind the scenes, you'll be part of the team that makes Christmas at Sheridans happen.

No previous cheesemongering experience is needed. An interest in cheese and good food is preferred, but not essential. What's most important is a willingness to learn, a positive attitude, and an enjoyment of working with customers and as part of a team.

At Sheridans, we believe great food is about more than what's on the counter. It's about the people who make it, the stories behind it, and sharing that with our customers. Working with us is an opportunity to learn about Irish and European artisan food, develop your retail skills, and be part of a team that cares about what it does.

You'll receive in-house training, work alongside experienced cheesemongers, and get to know some of the exceptional cheeses and foods we stock. There's also a great staff discount on Sheridans products.

What You'll Be Doing

• Welcoming customers and providing friendly, helpful service in a busy retail environment.
• Learning about and sharing knowledge of cheese, artisan foods, and the producers behind them.
• Helping customers choose products, discover new flavours, and find the perfect pairings.
• Preparing, caring for, and displaying cheese and other products to a high standard.
• Supporting the team with deliveries, stock rotation, and keeping the shop well organised.
• Preparing and presenting festive food hampers.
• Keeping counters, fridges, and work areas clean and tidy.
• Helping the team deliver a smooth and enjoyable customer experience throughout the busy Christmas period.

What We're Looking For

• A genuine interest in food, cheese, or artisan products is preferred, but not essential.
• Friendly, confident communication and a willingness to engage with customers.
• A positive attitude and a willingness to learn.
• Ability to work well as part of a team in a busy environment.
• Good attention to detail and an organised approach to work.
• Flexibility and availability to work 4–5 days per week, including weekends, to support business needs.
• Previous retail or food experience is helpful, but full training will be provided.

The Details

Role: Seasonal Cheesemonger | Retail Assistant | Runner

Contract: Fixed-term, seasonal

Hours: 16-40

End date: 31/12/2026

Pay: 18 years old- €11.40 | 19 years old- €12.80 | 20 years old - €14.25

If you'd like to spend the Christmas season surrounded by great food, great people, and plenty of cheese, we'd love to hear from you.