Job Details
Food Prep Assistant and Admin Assistant
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Cumann na Daoine -
Ref: #WPEP-2473936 -
CUMANN NA DAOINE, League of the Cross , Catherine St, Yougha, Co. Cork, P36 WY82 -
No of positions: 1 -
Work Placement and Experience Programme -
As per WPEP guidelines -
Work Placement Experience Programme -
Published On: 08 Oct 2026 -
Closing On: 03 Dec 2026
This Work Placement Experience Programme provides Participants with an opportunity to gain meaningful work experience, learning and training while on the programme. This programme is for jobseekers who are in receipt of qualifying social welfare payments and those transferring from a social welfare scheme or an ETB Training Allowance. Your eligibility for this programme will be verified by the Department as part of the application process.
We are delighted to offer a hands-on work placement opportunity at Cumman na Daoine (CnD) Community Cafe. A community hub where great food and warm company go hand in hand. This placement is ideal for an enthusiastic and motivated individual who is eager to gain real-world experience in the hospitality industry. The successful participant will be immersed in all aspects of the day-to-day operations of CnD Cafe, gaining valuable insights and practical skills across multiple areas of the business. This placement offers a supportive learning environment, where participants will be mentored by experienced staff and encouraged to develop both professionally and personally. Key Learning Areas Include: • Food Safety & Hygiene • Preparation of food • General cleaning of the kitchen • Washing of pots and utensils • Putting away deliveries & completing relevant documentation • Customer Service: dealing with general inquiries, information sharing. • Stock taking & ordering Basic Administrative tasks, record-keeping, filing, updating café menus, printing. Additional Skills and Experience Gained: • 🔴 Teamwork and communication in a busy environment • 🔴 Understanding of front-of-house and back-of-house operations • 🔴 Exposure to menu planning and seasonal food sourcing • 🔴 Basic barista training and beverage preparation • 🔴 Health & safety protocols and compliance standards • 🔴 Time management and multitasking under pressur
This is a training and work experience opportunity; no prior experience in this role is necessary. Accredited and/or sector recognised training will be provided to support your placement. Participants are eligible to participate in the WPEP QQI Work Experience Module which was developed by the Education & Training Boards in collaboration with the Department of Social Protection. This optional module will fulfil your accredited training requirements for the WPEP. The participant will receive formal/ informal training in the following Formal Training: Health & Safety HACCP Manual Handling Informal Training: Customer service Stock taking Ordering General restaurant kitchen work.
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