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 criteria 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: St Colmcille's Primary School Ballymena. The Education Authority is an equal opportunities employer.

Vacancy ID
1747658
Job ref.
25006348
Job Sector
Hotel and Catering
Area
Co Antrim
Location
Ballymena
Salary
£13.62 - £14.28 per hour
No. vacancies
1
Contract Type
Permanent
Weekly hours
22.5
Published date
26/11/2025
Closing date
10/12/2025
Worktime
Monday - Friday 8.45 am-1.45pm, with 30 min unpaid for lunch

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