Catering Assistant

Education Authority; Ballymoney; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education authority is seeking a Catering Assistant to support daily operations in the catering unit. The role involves food preparation, service, and maintaining hygiene standards. Ideal candidates will have strong communication and teamwork skills, with a motivation to provide excellent service.

Qualifications

• Willingness to undertake job-related training.
• Experience in customer service or catering is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Participate in daily operation of the Catering Unit.
• Prepare food and beverages, including basic cooking.
• Maintain cleanliness of kitchen and dining areas.

Skills

Effective communication

Teamwork

Organizational skills

Motivation for providing excellent service

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

JOB TITLE: Catering Assistant

REPORTS TO: Senior/Unit Catering Supervisor

RESPONSIBLE TO: Catering Manager through appropriate Area Catering Manager

JOB PURPOSE

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, achieve customer satisfaction, and promote sales within the unit.

MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Basic preparation of food and beverages, including vegetables and snacks using appropriate equipment.
2. Simple cooking, including reconstitution of prepared food.
3. Organising and controlling food service points.
4. Transferring and serving meals and snacks, including transported meals.
5. Assisting with promotion of meals to pupils, parents, and principal.
6. Maintaining contact with the central kitchen regarding service delivery, if applicable.
7. Preparing the dining area: setting out tables, chairs, benches, and serving points as required; setting tables, laying out cutlery, water jugs, etc.
8. Completing general kitchen and dining room duties, including washing up and clearing equipment.
9. Cleaning the kitchen/servery, dining room, and equipment, including floors and walls.
10. Recording temperatures for control purposes as required.
11. Securing premises as required.
12. Completing delegated duties related to service provision.
13. Ensuring compliance with Acts of Parliament, regulations, and legal requirements; Codes of Practice.
14. Performing duties within the normal working conditions of the role.
15. Completing necessary administration.
16. Carrying out all duties appropriate to the grade and within competence.
17. Promoting and adhering to the school's values and ethos.

Note: When parts of the school are used for both food consumption and educational purposes, non-catering staff are responsible for cleaning the room.

This job description is subject to review and is intended as a guideline. Other similar duties may be assigned as needed.

In accordance with Section 75 of the Northern Ireland Act (1998), the post-holder is expected to promote good relations, equality of opportunity, and comply with equality legislation. For terms and conditions, click here.

PERSON SPECIFICATION

NOTES TO JOB APPLICANTS

• You must demonstrate on your application how you meet the criteria; failure to do so may affect shortlisting.
• You should meet the criteria by the application deadline.
• The selection process will assess these criteria as outlined.

SECTION 1 - ESSENTIAL CRITERIA

Willingness to undertake job-related training. Assessed via application form.

SECTION 2 - ESSENTIAL CRITERIA

Skills/Abilities: Effective communication, teamwork, organizational skills, motivation for providing excellent service. Assessed via interview.

Values Orientation: Reflection of EA’s ethos and values. Assessed via interview.

SECTION 3 - DESIRABLE CRITERIA

Experience in customer service or catering. Assessed via application form.

DISCLOSURE OF CRIMINAL BACKGROUND

Post involving regulated activity requires an Enhanced Disclosure. The cost will be borne by the applicant. Further info at NI Direct or the Department of Justice.

APPLICANT GUIDANCE NOTES

Guidance notes and benefits info available via provided links.

The Education Authority is an Equal Opportunities Employer