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Team Member – Zambrero Maynooth

Part-Time | €14.25 per hour | Monday–Friday

About the Job

We are hiring a Team Member (age 18 years or above) for our restaurant in Maynooth.

This is a part-time, permanent position.

You must be available to work at least 3 morning and afternoon shifts per week (Monday–Friday). You must be able to work at least 15 hours per week.

There are no late-night shifts.

What You Will Do

Your tasks will include:

  • Greeting customers politely
  • Following food safety rules
  • Kitchen preparation tasks such as chopping herbs and cabbage
  • Making salsas and guacamole by following clear recipes
  • Preparing food by following clear recipes
  • Cleaning work areas and tables

You will be trained before working independently. Written instructions and support from managers will be provided.

What We Are Looking For

You do not need previous experience in hospitality.

We welcome applicants who:

  • Are reliable and punctual
  • Can follow clear step-by-step instructions
  • Are comfortable working as part of a team
  • Communicate in a polite and respectful way
  • Take pride in completing tasks correctly

Work Environment

  • Fast-paced during busy times (for example, lunch hours)
  • Some background noise (kitchen equipment, customers talking, background music during opening hours)
  • Strong scents of food being cooked
  • Standing for long periods
  • Clear routines and structured tasks

If you require reasonable adjustments (for example, structured training, clear written instructions, predictable scheduling, or adjustments to sensory factors where possible), please let us know. We are happy to discuss how we can support you.

Pay and Benefits

  • €14.25 per hour
  • No late nights
  • One free meal per shift
  • On-site parking
  • Opportunities for progression

Our Values

At Zambrero, for every burrito or bowl purchased, a meal is donated to someone in need through our Plate 4 Plate initiative. We aim to create a respectful and inclusive workplace.

We are proud to partner with AsIAm Ireland’s Autism Charity to create inclusive employment opportunities for Autistic people.

Inclusive Hiring

We welcome applications from Autistic candidates.

Please tell us when applying if you would prefer:

  • Interview questions in advance
  • A quieter interview setting
  • Extra processing time during the interview

Applications

Application deadline is Friday 27 March 2026 at 5pm.

To apply, please send an application letter and your CV by email to employmentgroups@asiam.ie.

Please ensure the subject field of your email states: Zambrero Maynooth Job Application (emails without this subject field may be missed).