Musgrave
Foodservice Manager
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Musgrave MarketPlace, Dargan Crescent Belfast
Full Time on-site - Monday to Sunday, 5 days out of 7
Join Musgrave – Empowering Communities, Innovating the Future
Musgrave is one of Europe’s most successful family-owned businesses, with a rich 150-year legacy in food and brand innovation. We’re proud to serve communities across Ireland and Spain, feeding one in three people every day through 19 iconic brands like SuperValu, Centra, Mace, Frank and Honest, and Musgrave MarketPlace. By supporting thousands of retail and foodservice family businesses, we make a positive impact on the communities they serve. We’re committed to becoming the most trusted and sustainable business in Ireland, and we’re looking for dynamic, forward-thinking individuals to join us on this journey.
As Northern Ireland’s leading wholesaler, we offer the most comprehensive range in the market with over 10,000 lines including impulse, alcohol, grocery, and chill freeze. We are committed to helping local businesses succeed with our dedicated customer service team.
About The Role
This is an exciting opportunity for someone with experience in wholesale, retail, fresh food, or foodservice who is ready to take the next step in their leadership career. As Foodservice Manager, you'll play a key role in delivering an outstanding shopping experience, driving department performance, and leading a high-performing team within our busy Chill, Freeze and Foodservice operation.
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What You'll Be Doing
As Foodservice Manager, you will:
- Lead and manage the Chill, Freeze, and Foodservice department, ensuring high operational and merchandising standards at all times.
- Inspire, coach, and develop a team to deliver excellent customer service and achieve business objectives.
- Drive performance through effective execution of promotions, seasonal activity, and commercial initiatives.
- Work closely with replenishment and ordering teams to maintain optimum stock levels and product availability.
- Ensure full compliance with all company policies, procedures, and food safety standards.
- Bring energy, passion, and commercial awareness to maximise sales opportunities and department performance.
- Build strong relationships with customers, understanding their needs and helping them grow their businesses.
- Identify opportunities to develop existing customer accounts and attract new business where appropriate.
- Demonstrate Musgrave's leadership values by fostering accountability, collaboration, and a culture of continuous improvement.
What We're Looking For
We’re looking for someone who is passionate about people, customers, and delivering results. The ideal candidate will have:
- At least 2 years' experience in retail, fresh food, foodservice, sales, or a supervisory/leadership role.
- A strong understanding of grocery retail and/or foodservice markets.
- Experience leading, motivating, and developing a team.
- Proven ability to build strong customer relationships and identify growth opportunities.
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and influencing skills.
- Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
- The ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- A proactive and customer-focused approach with a drive to deliver exceptional results.
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Why Musgrave:
- Career Development: With a commitment to your personal and professional growth, Musgrave offers numerous opportunities for advancement and learning.
- Collaborative Environment: Work alongside a passionate team, where your contributions will make a significant impact.
- Innovation Focus: Be part of a company that values forward-thinking solutions.
- Community Focus: Be part of a company that truly values its communities and strives to make a positive impact.
- Be Part of a Legacy: Join a company with a long-standing commitment to community and innovation.
Ready to make an impact? Apply now and be part of a forward-thinking company that values your expertise and vision.
Musgrave is an equal opportunities employer. We encourage applications from diverse candidates. If we can make any accommodations to enable you to be the best version of yourself during the interview, please let us know.
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