Catering Assistant


Job description

To actively participate in the daily operation of the Catering Unit under the direction of the Senior/Unit Catering Supervisor.

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

  • Ability to undertake job related training.
  • Team participation is essential to provide an efficient hygienic service, achieve customer satisfaction and to promote sales within the unit.

Desirable Skills

  • Experience of working in a customer service or catering role.

Further Information

Location: Ballyclare Secondary School 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
1782324
Job ref.
26006194
Job Sector
Hotel and Catering
Area
Co Antrim
Location
Ballyclare
Salary
£13.62 to £14.28 per hour.
No. vacancies
1
Contract Type
Permanent
Weekly hours
12.5
Published date
17/08/2026
Closing date
01/09/2026
Worktime
Monday - Friday, hours to be confirmed

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