Catering Assistant


Job description

To actively participate in the daily operation of the Catering Unit under the direction of the Senior/Unit Catering Supervisor. Team participation is essential to provide an efficient hygienic service, to achieve customer satisfaction and to promote sales within the unit.

Responsibilities

  • Basic preparation of food and beverages, including the preparation of vegetables and snacks using appropriate equipment.
  • Simple cooking, including the reconstitution of prepared food.
  • Organising and controlling food service points.
  • Transferring and serving meals and snacks including transported meals.
  • Assisting with the promotion of meals to pupils, parents and principal.
  • Maintaining regular contact with the central kitchen, if applicable, with regard to all aspects of service delivery.

Skills and Qualifications

Essential Skills

  • Willingness to undertake job related training.

Desirable Skills

  • Experience of working in a customer service or catering role.

Further Information

The Education Authority is an equal opportunities employer. A full list of responsibilities, essential and desirable criteria can be found on the Education Authority website by following the Apply Direct button.

Vacancy ID
1743798
Job ref.
25005900
Job Sector
Hotel and Catering
Area
Co Down
Location
Downpatrick
Salary
£13.62 - £14.28 per hour
No. vacancies
2
Contract Type
Permanent
Weekly hours
25
Published date
05/11/2025
Closing date
20/11/2025
Worktime
Monday - Friday, times to be confirmed.

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