Fixed-Term Full-Time and Part-Time Positions
Contract: September 2026 to 21 May 2027
UCD Students’ Union Commercial Services is recruiting enthusiastic and customer-focused Deli/Retail Assistants to join our two busy convenience stores on the UCD Belfield campus.
This is a great opportunity for individuals who enjoy a fast-paced retail and food service environment and take pride in delivering excellent customer service.
Predominantly Monday to Thursday, these roles offer regular weekday work within a friendly and supportive team.
Hours of Work
Part-Time Positions - 20 hours per week working 4 days per week, Monday to Thursday.
Weekly rosters are issued one week in advance. Shifts are scheduled within the store opening hours.
Store Opening Hours
- Monday to Friday: 7.00am – 6.00pm for 8 months of the year
- Extended opening until 7.00pm during November, December, April and May.
- Store Closure/ Shut down over Christmas and New Year
Our stores are closed most weekends. Staff may be required to work on an occasional weekend (maximum of five weekends in November/December and April/ May).
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver friendly and excellent customer service.
- Operate tills and process cash and card payments accurately.
- Prepare, heat, serve and present deli and food items to a high standard.
- Replenish shelves, fridges and deli displays.
- Maintain high standards of cleanliness, hygiene and food safety.
- Receive, check and store deliveries and stock.
- Work as part of a busy, supportive team.
- Follow all company policies and HACCP/food safety procedures.
- Assist with opening, closing and general day-to-day store duties.
- Help create a welcoming and efficient environment for students, staff and visitors.
Essential Requirements
- Minimum of one year’s experience working in a busy deli, café or similar retail/food service environment.
- Excellent customer service and communication skills.
- Friendly, positive and approachable manner.
- Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
- Reliable, punctual and hardworking.
- Ability to work confidently in a busy, fast-paced environment.
- Good attention to detail and a strong commitment to hygiene and food safety.
- Previous till operation and cash-handling experience.
- Flexible approach to duties and working hours.
Pay: €14.15-€17.79 per hour
Expected hours: No more than 20.0 per week
Benefits:
- Additional leave
- Company pension
- Employee assistance program
- On-site parking
- Sick pay
Experience:
- working on a deli: 1 year (required)
Language:
Work authorisation:
Work Location: In person
