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 Mary's Primary School Rathfriland. Work Time: Monday - Friday (11.30am - 1.30pm if a subsidised meals is taken then start time would be an additional 10 mins unpaid to allow for a break). The Education Authority is an equal opportunities employer.

Vacancy ID
1754829
Job ref.
26000390
Job Sector
Hotel and Catering
Area
Co Down
Location
Rathfriland
Salary
£13.62 - £14.28 per hour
No. vacancies
1
Contract Type
Permanent
Weekly hours
10
Published date
16/01/2026
Closing date
30/01/2026
Worktime
Monday - Friday 11.30am - 1.30pm

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