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

  • Ability to undertake job related training.

Desirable Skills

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

Further Information

Model Primary School and Nursery.

Vacancy ID
1794977
Job ref.
26008503
Job Sector
Hotel and Catering
Area
Derry or Londonderry
Location
Derry/Londonderry
Salary
£13.62 to £14.28 per hour.
No. vacancies
1
Contract Type
Permanent
Weekly hours
20
Published date
09/11/2026
Closing date
23/11/2026
Worktime
Monday to Friday, times to be confirmed.

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