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 Eithne's Primary School, 26 Springtown Road, Derry/Londonderry, BT48 0LT A full list of responsibilities, essential and desirable criteria can be found on the Education Authority website. The Education Authority is an equal opportunities employer.

Vacancy ID
1760633
Job ref.
26000968
Job Sector
Hotel and Catering
Area
Derry or Londonderry
Location
Derry/Londonderry
Salary
£13.62 - £14.28 per hour.
No. vacancies
1
Contract Type
Permanent
Weekly hours
15
Published date
18/02/2026
Closing date
04/03/2026
Worktime
Monday - Friday, (8.00am - 11.15am) - 3 hours daily.

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