Catering Assistant

Education Authority Northern Ireland; Omagh; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational institution in Omagh is seeking a catering assistant to actively participate in the daily operations of the catering unit. Key responsibilities include food preparation, simple cooking, and food service organization. The ideal candidate should have experience in customer service or catering and be willing to undertake job-related training. This role emphasizes teamwork and customer satisfaction within a supportive environment.

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 regarding service delivery.

Skills

Willingness to undertake job related training

Experience of working in a customer service or catering role

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

• Willingness to undertake job related training.
• Experience of working in a customer service or catering role.

Further Information

The Education Authority is an equal opportunities employer.

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