Month: April 2013

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Featured BTWEA Business – Cheveux Hair Salon

Joanne Griffin

Cheveux Hair Salon by Joanne Griffin

Cheveux Hair Salon cordially invites you to relax, retune, breathe….and feel rejuvenated while Melissa O Connor the Manageress takes care of you.

Melissa’s philosophy is to offer her clients a 5 star service coupled with the highest quality of creative hairdressing at the right price. Melissa takes great pride in ensuring she listens to client needs and then transforms their hair into a design that both suits them and exceeds their expectations.

Cheveux Hair Salon is a modern Ladies & Gents Hair Salon located in Callinafercy, Milltown but in order to facilitate and accommodate her clients, Melissa offers early and late appointments together with a Mobile Service to allow you to avail of the salon services from the comfort of your own home.

Melissa is a passionate and highly professional hairdresser with a strong creative drive, entrepreneurial qualities and business acumen and it is to this end that this new venture has emerged.

Cheveux Hair Salon is proud to announce the availability of their Wedding Package to all Brides. Further details on this Bridal Hair & Make up package and all the Salon Services can be discussed directly with Melissa on 087 6883102 or on face book @ cheveuxmelissaoconnor

This exciting new enterprise has emerged in 2012 with the help of the Back to Work Enterprise Allowance (BTWEA) facilitated by South Kerry Development Partnership Ltd (SKDP). This scheme encourages people getting certain social welfare payments to take up self employment opportunities by allowing them to retain a proportion of their social welfare payment, plus secondary benefits.

For further information on the BTWEA, please contact an Enterprise Officer from SKDP in your area. Joanne Griffin (Killorglin and Kenmare) on 087 615 2660 or Anne O Riordan (Cahersiveen and Killarney) on 066 947 2724.

 

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Cycle Against Suicide visits Killarney

Joanne Griffin

Suicide is claiming the lives of at least 500 people each year in Ireland.These people include fathers and mothers, wives and husbands, sons and daughters, sisters and brothers, best friends and colleagues.

Cycle Against Suicide is a voluntary organisation that aims to:

*Raise Awareness of this prevalent issue

*Offer reassurance that it’s OK not to be OK; and that it’s more than OK to ask for help

*Direct people in need to where this critical help is available both locally and nationally.

Together, shoulder to shoulder, we can Break the Cycle of Suicide in Ireland!

Deirdre Fleming Education Co Ordinator at SKDP and Joanne Griffin Enterprise Officer at SKDP attended the Cycle Against Suicide stopover event in Killarney on Thursday 25th April 2013 together with Niall Breslin and many more  to demonstrate that “Together, we can break the cycle”.

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Featured BTWEA Business – Kenmare Fishing Tours

Joanne Griffin

Kenmare Fishing Tours by Joanne Griffin

Dream of landing the Big Catch? Then dream no more as Robert White is making dreams come true for novice and avid anglers alike.

Fishing in Ireland is an experience not to be missed and Robert will offer a unique knowledgeable guided tour catered to your needs.

So surprise yourself this year with a fishing trip in Kenmare, Co. Kerry and catch more than the majestic views around you!

Kenmare Fishing Tours welcomes all age groups and a friendly and educational atmosphere is guaranteed.  Robert has been fishing himself since 1960 and Robert will show you that fishing isn’t only just standing with a rod, it is one of the most relaxing and soothing pursuits one can find.

The solitary nature of fishing is one aspect that makes this sport more alluring and Robert’s tour will help you escape from the ever increasingly busy world we find ourselves in today.

All fishing equipment is provided so all you need to do is make that booking and”Come and Fish with us” at Kenmare Fishing Tours.

Further information on this exciting new venture can be found at www.fishwithus.ie by email on [email protected] or by mobile on 087 3748 985.

This exciting new enterprise has emerged in 2012 with the help of the Back to Work Enterprise Allowance (BTWEA) facilitated by South Kerry Development Partnership Ltd (SKDP). This scheme encourages people getting certain social welfare payments to take up self employment opportunities by allowing them to retain a proportion of their social welfare payment, plus secondary benefits.

For further information on the BTWEA, please contact an Enterprise Officer from SKDP in your area. Joanne Griffin (Killorglin and Kenmare) on 087 615 2660 or Anne O Riordan (Cahersiveen and Killarney) on 066 947 2724.

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South Kerry Local Employment Service Weekly Job Sheet

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GENERAL VACANCIES

Cleaning Staff wanted for Tralee & Killarney. 086-8263255

Graphic Designer required. Commercial design background an advantage. Proficient in InDesign, photoshop & Illustrator. Full time position. Apply to Box No 2897, Killarney Advertiser

Fexco Merchant Services are seeking a number of Business Relationship Managers who will be based in their European countries of operation. Some travel will be required. Must speak fluent English & must have a fluency in another European language. To view job description in full, see www.fexco.com/careers or apply directly to Aideen Ledwith, Fexco Group H.R. at [email protected] Closing date 12th April

Operation & Maintenance Manager is required by ENERCON Tralee. Candidate will possess a relevant 3rd level qualification in Electrical Engineering or equivalent. Apply to ENERCON Windfarm Services Ireland Ltd., Attn: Ms. Katie Kerin, Kerry Technology Park, Tralee. Tel. 066-7178216

Part time Fire Brigade Personnel are required in the following brigades: Ballybunion, Dingle, Caherciveen, Kenmare, Tralee. Application forms & full particulars may be obtained by enclosing a 55c S.A.E. to Room 215, HR Dept., Kerry Co. Council, Tralee. Closing date April 11th. Tel. 066-7183814

 

OFFICE/CLERICAL

Admin Person wanted Part time. Working knowledge of Sage Computerised accounts would be an advantage.  Apply to Box No 2896, Killarney Advertiser, High St, Killarney

Accountant/Office Manager is required for Maternity Cover Contract – North Kerry. Part time minimum of 21hrs per week, additional hrs may be required. Experience in Sage Accounts & Quickpay an advantage. Apply to Box No 1255, Kerry’s Eye. Closing date 5th April

Beaufort Community Council require a Secretary for 19 ½ hrs per week. Apply with CV & PPS no. to [email protected]. Tel. 064-6644074

A Part-time Administrator is required at Bansha Centre, Killorglin. Also this involves in assisting with Afterschools Homework Club. Contact Patricia on 066-9761595

Both these positions are community employment schemes.

 

HOTEL/CATERING

 

Sous Chef required full time. Mid-Kerry area. Tel. 086-2623711

Scotts Hotel, Killarney require a Night Porter. Experience essential with good people skills & excellent customer service. Submit CV to Scotts Hotel, Scotts St., Killarney. Tel. 064-6631060

The Brehon, Killarney require an Assistant Restaurant Manager, Chef de Partie & Commis Chef. Apply to Ann O’Leary, HR Dept., Gleneagle Hotel Group, Killarney. Closing date 5th April.

Zest Café, Killorglin require a Part time Waitress (possibly full time over the Summer).  An Experienced Kitchen Person is also wanted for part time position approx 15- 20 hours. Experience necessary.

For further details call to above address

 

MEDICAL/CHILDCARE

Childminder required for 3 days per week to mind teacher’s children in own home, Oakpark area, car essential. Tel. 086-3962092

Childminder required for minding 2 children ages 1 & 3 in their own home. 4-5 days per week 10-5 or hrs negotiable. Tralee area. Apply to Box No 1624 Kerry’s Eye

 

SALES

Experienced Store Manager is required for Kerry Supermarket. Must have a minimum of 2 yrs experience in the grocery environment. Apply to [email protected] Closing date 8th April

Sales Person is required to operate a Supermarket butchery counter. The person will be totally responsible for the running of the dept. 2 yrs previous experience   is required. Apply to Champs Eurospar Supermarket, The Square, Killorglin. Email [email protected] Closing date13th April

 

CONSTRUCTION

Steel Fixers wanted long term work, Kerry area. 071-9856429

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Featured BTWEA Business – Glencar House Hotel

Joanne Griffin

Glencar House Hotel by Joanne Griffin

Are you in search of an intimately family run Hotel that will offer a superb retreat from all the stress and bustle of everyday life? Then Glencar House Hotel is just the idyllic country retreat you are in search of! It’s the ideal place to clear the mind, fill the lungs with clear country area and recharge the batteries.

Glencar is an area festooned with walkways, majestic mountains, world class salmon and trout fishing, or just even allows your soul to bathe in the truly un-spoilt natural beauty as the hotel itself boasts panoramic views of the valley, woods, McGillycuddy Reeks and Carrauntoohil.

Today, Eilis and Liam Hodnett, The Hotel Managers, offer exceptional accommodation and service where guests constantly return to again and again. The décor and furnishings are superb and all 19 en-suite bedrooms boast views of the spectacular landscape. The interior of the hotel exudes a cozy warmth and tranquility from the open log fireplaces to the Victorian snooker room and library. The tasty cuisine from the Cedar Restaurant is crafted from the finest and freshest seasonal local produce.

This magical treasure trove of delights is all about good food, utter charm and comfort and this was recognised when Glencar House Hotel was honored as a winner of a TripAdvisor 2012 Travellers’ Choice Award. Less than 1 % of all accommodation listed on TripAdvisor received an award.

Further details on this exciting venture can be found on www.glencarhouse.com or by email on [email protected]  and to talk directly to either Liam or Eilis Hodnett, simply ring 066 97 60102

The running of this new enterprise has emerged in 2011 with the help of the Back to Work Enterprise Allowance (BTWEA) facilitated by South Kerry Development Partnership Ltd (SKDP). This scheme encourages people getting certain social welfare payments to take up self employment opportunities by allowing them to retain a proportion of their social welfare payment, plus secondary benefits.

For further information on the BTWEA, please contact an Enterprise Officer from SKDP in your area. Joanne Griffin (Killorglin and Kenmare) on 087 615 2660 or Anne O Riordan (Cahersiveen and Killarney) on 066 947 2724.