Alliance Française Dublin
Founded in 1960 and located in the heart of Dublin, Alliance Française Dublin is a registered charity governed by a board of directors and sub-committees. Its tagline, “The destination for a truly French experience”, reflects its mission to promote French language and culture in Ireland.
Today, Alliance Française Dublin is ranked second in Europe for student numbers and stands out as one of the most dynamic centres in the network for its rich cultural programme. It serves as a language school, examination centre, teacher-training hub, cultural institution, and library, as well as a vibrant community of francophones and francophiles.
In May 2025, we proudly opened our own café: Madeleine. Named after the iconic French sponge cake so dear to Marcel Proust, Madeleine is fully managed by Alliance Française and sources its products exclusively from trusted partner companies. We are committed to offering an authentic French café experience, serving carefully selected products sourced exclusively from trusted partner providers.
Our menu features artisanal coffee, madeleines, croissants, chocolatines, and an expanding range of savoury options including soups, croque-monsieurs, vegetarian toastés, spreads, and more to come. Madeleine Café is open to all, with standard pricing for the public and preferential rates for AF Friends.
The Purpose:
. Coordinate daily floor operations
. Oversee stock management, ordering, and food safety standards, taking meticulous pride in the presentation and efficiency of the café
· Handle ordering, perform a wide range of café duties
· Take meticulous pride in the presentation of the café
Reporting:
The Café supervisor will report directly to the Café Manager.
Key Areas of responsibility:
Operations & Service
· Support the Manager in maintaining a welcoming, community-oriented atmosphere that reflects an authentic French café experience.
· Actively participate in service: taking orders, helping behind the counter, and supporting the team during busy periods
Team Leadership
· Provide daily on-the-floor supervision, motivation, and support to café assistants.
. Monitor staff during shifts to ensure they adhere to the service, appearance, and timing standards set by the Manager.
Food, Beverage & Quality Control
· Prepare and serve beverages and assist with basic food preparation as needed
· Provide feedback to the Café Manager on customer preferences to assist with menu development.
Cleanliness, Health & Safety
· Ensure the café, kitchen, storage areas, and seating areas are clean, tidy, and welcoming at all times
· Support and participate in daily cleaning routines (tables, counters, kitchen areas)
· Ensure full compliance with health, safety, and hygiene regulations
Inventory & Administration
. Conduct daily stock checks, monitor use-by dates, and assist the Café Manager by highlighting ordering needs
. Complete shift handovers, reporting stock shortages, equipment issues, or notable staff performance notes to the Café Manager.
Skills:
. 1–2 years of experience in a busy, high-quality café or hospitality setting, with proven experience running a shift or leading peers.
· Hospitality experience in a food service
· Barista experience
· Hands-on experience with professional coffee machines
· Excellent customer service skills, with a friendly and approachable demeanour
· FSAI Level 1 and 2 an advantage but not a requirement
· French is required
Pay: €16.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
