ALDI Ireland is looking for a new food tester to try out products – and here’s how you can apply.
Eight people will be picked to join the exclusive tasting event in Dublin on August 11.
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The programme helps dozens of producers grow their brands[/caption]
Winners get to try new products from Irish producers and get the chance to sample them before anyone else.
Judges will be asked to share their honest opinions on flavour, quality and innovation to determine what products should get on the shelves of the budget supermarket.
Now in its eighth year, Grow with Aldi is a scheme that supports small and medium-sized Irish food businesses.
Since launching, the budget supermarket says it has invested over €10 million in the programme to date.
It also runs the project in partnership with Bord Bia, the state agency promoting Irish food.
Previous winners have seen their products stocked in hundreds of Aldi stores.
From artisan cheeses to craft drinks and baked goods, the programme has helped dozens of producers grow their brands.
HOW TO APPLY
Anyone interested in being a judge needs to email growjudge@aldi.ie before July 24.
Applicants should include their full name, address and why they’re passionate about food.
You’ll also need to confirm you’re free to travel to Dublin on the day of the tasting.
Sharing your favourite Aldi product and explaining why you love it is also part of the application.
More details and full terms are available on Aldi website at www.aldi.ie/terms-and-conditions.
Meanwhile, Irish customers are set for a huge boost as a major supermarket is set to open in Galway – and it’s near a popular spot.
PLAN FOR NEW GALWAY STORE
Aldi Ireland has filed for planning permission to build a new location of their supermarket in Spiddal as part of their major nationwide investment for the coming years.
The Spiddal store would become Aldi’s 12th in the county, after two in Galway City and a store in Athenry, Ballinasloe, Clifden, Gort, Knocknacarra, Loughrea, Oranmore, Portumna and Tuam.
Earlier this year, Galway County Council received an application to construct the supermarket near Spiddal Craft Village and Café, opposite the popular Spiddal Beach.
The construction planning application reveals its plans to build 1,900 square metres with a 123-space car park, including pedestrian and vehicular access from the Baile Eamoinn local road.
As part of their iconic branding, there will be a large illuminated sign and five more minor signs for the Aldi store.
Aldi Ireland announced a significant €400 million investment last year, including the store.
Over the following five years, the company plans to open 30 more stores and create 1,000 new jobs for the locals.
The supermarket chain is recruiting for roles within its network of stores, warehouse operations and office facilities across 13 counties.
This includes Dublin, Cork, Sligo, Wicklow, Kildare, Galway, Monaghan, Longford, Limerick, Kilkenny, Meath, Mayo and Donegal.
