Catering Assistant

Optimum Care

Employer Location: DOWN
Phone Number: 02891801198
Email: recruitment@optimumcaregroup.co.uk
Web: www.optimumcaregroup.co.uk

Job description

We are looking for full time or part time Catering Assistants to join our Aughnacloy team. You will help provide support to the Kitchen Supervisor in preparation and cooking of food for elderly residents. Please see employer website for full job details & person specification.

Responsibilities

  • Preparation and cooking of meals. Stock ordering. Ensure hygiene procedures are followed at all times.
  • Maintain up to date working knowledge of all kitchen duties. Record food/equipment temperatures. Accurate record keeping adhering to company guidelines and legislation requirements.
  • Attend staff meetings and training sessions. Complete all paperwork accurately. Communicate regularly with the line manager.
  • Adhere to all policies and procedures as laid down by the company. Adhere to all Health and Safety guidelines.
  • Ensure the confidentiality of residents, colleagues and the company at all times. Work as part of a team. Provide a quality service at all times.

Skills and Qualifications

Essential Skills

  • Minimum of 1 year's kitchen experience to include basic food preparation, temperature control.

Desirable Skills

  • Basic Food Hygiene certificate.
  • Experience working within a hospital or Nursing Home environment.

Further Information

Work Time: Full time - 36 hours per week, 3 x 12hr shifts between Monday to Sunday. The working hours will be between 7am to 7pm. Part time - 18 hours per week, 3 X 6 hr shifts, 7am-1pm and/or 1pm to 7pm, between Monday to Sunday. Sponsorship is not available for this role.

Vacancy ID
1766309
Job ref.
Aughnacloy House
Job Sector
Hotel and Catering
Area
Co Armagh
Location
Lurgan
Salary
£12.21 per hour
No. vacancies
1
Contract Type
Permanent
Weekly hours
18
Published date
25/03/2026
Closing date
27/03/2026
Worktime
See Further Information

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