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. A full list of responsibilities, essential and desirable skills can be found on the Education Authority website.

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

Location: Cullybackey College, Ballymena. The Education Authority is an equal opportunities employer.

Vacancy ID
1745071
Job ref.
25006312
Job Sector
Hotel and Catering
Area
Co Antrim
Location
Ballymena
Salary
£13.6288 - £14.2897 per hour.
No. vacancies
1
Contract Type
Permanent
Weekly hours
15
Published date
12/11/2025
Closing date
27/11/2025
Worktime
Monday - Friday 11:00am - 2:30pm, includes 30min unpaid lunch break

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