Full Time Trainee Supervisor

Summary of role:

We are looking for a Full Time Trainee Supervisor to join our Nourish team in a busy retail environment in Dunnes Stores, Beacon Court, Dublin 18. This position covers 40 hours per week, working across Monday to Friday with 2 Saturdays per month. Candidates must be flexible to work within the opening hours of 8am to 10pm.

This opportunity is tailored for someone passionate about health and wellbeing, enthusiastic about learning and poised to advance in their career within a nurturing and progressive setting.
 
You will work alongside the leadership team, to develop the necessary skills and knowledge to eventually assume a leadership role within Nourish across our Dublin locations. The ability to travel within the greater Dublin area is essential for this role. 

This role is located within a concession of a fast-paced supermarket environment. Candidates must be comfortable building relationships with customers, fellow Nourish teammates, and Dunnes staff members.

Join our team and discover a refreshing approach to retail where work-life wellbeing is at the heart of everything we do. 

At Nourish, we value the importance of a healthy work-life balance and strive to create an environment where you can excel professionally while still having the time and energy to fully enjoy your life outside of work.

Why should you join Nourish?

Employee Wellness Programs: We offer wellness programs designed to enhance your physical, mental, and emotional well-being. From round-the-clock GP support helplines and virtual doctor’s appointments to providing prescription services, we’ve got your wellbeing covered!

Flexible Schedules: We offer flexible scheduling options to accommodate your personal commitments. Our Managers generally work from Monday to Friday, with one evening shift weekly and one weekend shift monthly. While we value work-life balance, we request Managers to be available for weekend mentoring or coaching as needed, especially during peak seasons.

Fair Working Hours: We respect your time. You won't find yourself working endless hours with no regard for your personal life. We ensure fair working hours so you can plan your days effectively. We strive to provide you with 2 days off together to ensure you receive that vital time away from the workplace.

Paid Time Off: Enjoy generous paid time off, including increased annual leave days with length of service, as you can recharge and spend quality time with your loved ones. We provide you with a paid wellbeing day annually to allow you time to work on your positive mental health.

Career Growth Without Burnout: We believe in nurturing your potential without overwhelming you. Our career development programs are designed to help you grow at a pace that ensures a healthy work-life balance.

Financial Wellbeing: We believe in helping you make the most of the money you earn, we offer a healthcare cash back scheme to help you with healthcare expenses. We also offer exclusive discounts on shopping, dining, fitness & more with Perkbox. Plus, you can avail of your employee discount of up to 30% on Nourish products.

Who are we?

Nourish is an Irish family business of health food stores. Established in Dublin in 1986, today we have a team of more than 200 people across 20 locations throughout Dublin, Cork, Galway, Kerry, Kildare, and Limerick. With an award-winning customer experience and a great team culture, we’re proud to sell the best natural products that are kind to people and the planet. Learn what our colleagues have to say about working with Nourish here.

Our values of trust and goodness shape our business. When you work with Nourish, you’ll become part of a team that makes a positive contribution to the world we live in. We invest in you and your learning, allowing you to develop your career and gain lifelong skills.

From the moment you start working with us, you can enjoy a range of great benefits to help support your health, wellbeing, and lifestyle. 

Health and Wellbeing:

·       Access to 24/7 GP phone support, Virtual GP appointments and prescription services.

·       Up to 30% Staff Discount on all your wholefood, health, and wellbeing products.

·       Employee Assistance Program offering up to 6 free face-to-face counselling sessions.

·       Paid Sick Leave & Extended Sick Leave for critical illness.

·       Wellbeing Paid Day off to promote good mental health.

·       Wellness Kits packed with our top products to encourage optimal health.

Work-Life Balance:

·       Paid contributions to Maternity/Paternity and Adoptive Leave.

·       Up to 25 days annual leave, plus 10 statutory days.

·       Full-time employees generally work Monday-Friday ensuring work-life balance.

·       Marriage Leave Day & Gift to give you time to celebrate your special day.

Financial Wellbeing:

·        Free access to Legal support through our Employee Assistance Program services.

·        Weekly paid competitive salaries.

·        Regular wage revision in line with performance.

·        Healthcare cashback plan to help with healthcare expenses.

·        PerkBox exclusive discounts on shopping, dining, travel, fitness & more.

Growth and Development:

·       Mentoring and recognition to support your development.

·       Career progression opportunities to other roles within an expanding business.

·       Extensive customer service and product training from our in-house Nourish Learning and Development team.

·       Access to the Nourish Knowledge Hub to help you gain knowledge in your own time.

·       Awards given for length of service.

At Nourish, you will get the opportunity to promote healthy living, champion wholefoods, develop your personal career goals and make some great friends along the way!

We are looking for a leader who:

• Has a passion for nutrition and promoting a healthy lifestyle.


• Has an interest in our company mission and the products we sell.


• Keeps up to date with trends in health food, supplements, and herbal remedies


• Shares our values and can support us in driving our mission statement forward


• Has previous leadership experience and a minimum of 1-year retail experience.


• Has a relevant qualification (beneficial)

Role Responsibilities:

• Lead the performance of the store during the weekend by taking ownership of all trading activity and ensuring all tasks are completed to a high standard


• Lead the weekend team with clarity, direction, and professionalism


• Maintain consistent store standards in line with Nourish expectations across merchandising, availability, cleanliness, and presentation


• Provide coaching and on-the-floor support to ensure high standards are met and maintained


• Support the development of a Weekend Supervisor and encourage growth in weekend team members


• Support the weekday team through midweek contribution to stock accuracy, store routines, and communication


• Ensure stock levels are maintained through regular floor walks, chilled checks, EPOS data, and stock counts


• Deliver excellent customer experience by promoting holistic consultations and maintaining a calm, professional floor presence


• Act as a role model on the shop floor by demonstrating professionalism, initiative, and reliability


• Use key targets to motivate the team and keep focus during busy trading periods


• Address issues as they arise and escalate any concerns to the Store Manager where appropriate


• Maintain a motivated and productive working environment that supports the team’s success

Take a leap forward in your career journey—apply now to join our team and embark on the next exciting chapter in your professional growth.