We now have an exciting opportunity for a dynamic and highly motivated individual to join our team as Cafe Assistant in Deenagh Lodge Killarney.
This role is ideal for someone who loves working in a busy environment and enjoys interacting with people!
(Deenagh Lodge Tearooms is in beautiful Killarney National Park and is a busy, vibrant cafe and training programme for our members with Down Syndrome.)
Responsibilities:
1. Prepare and serve coffee and other drinks to customer specifications.
2. Assist in the preparation of a variety of sandwiches.
3. Maintain cleanliness and organisation of the cafe floor, counters, and seating areas.
4. Ensure the cafe environment is welcoming and comfortable for all guests.
5. Provide excellent customer service and address customer queries or concerns.
6. Provide support to our members with Down Syndrome with any queries they have and work collaboratively.
Experience Required:
1. Knowledge and experience of supporting individuals with Down Syndrome and/or learning difficulties.
2. The ability to respond with sensitivity and understanding when supporting people with Down Syndrome, their family members, and carers.
3. Excellent communication (written and presentation skills), interpersonal, organisational, logistical, and IT skills.
4. Ability to work on own initiative and as a team member.
5. Due to the nature of the role, flexibility will be required throughout the week, including weekends.
6. Relevant 3rd level qualification and/or related experience.
This is a part-time, fixed-term contract from 14/04/2025 to 01/10/2025, based primarily in Killarney National Park.
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