S131/26 - Catering Assistant

South Eastern Regional College; Downpatrick; Remote; GBP 25,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave

Public holidays

Pension scheme

Health checks

Cycle to work

CPD opportunities

Job summary

South Eastern Regional College in Downpatrick is inviting applications for a Catering Assistant on a full-time basis. The role supports the training kitchen and restaurant, helping deliver quality catering services at the campus level.

The post is 36 hours per week with generous annual leave and benefits as outlined by the college. The successful candidate will have experience in a customer-focused catering environment, be a strong team player and hold a Level 2 Food Safety qualification

Qualifications

• Experience in a customer-focused catering environment.
• Proven ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Desirable Level 2 Food Safety qualification.

Responsibilities

• Support the catering section, training kitchen and restaurant operations.
• Contribute to maintaining service standards and customer satisfaction.

Skills

Customer service

Teamwork

Education

Level 2 Food Safety

Job description

Catering Assistant

Full time, 36 hours per week

£24,796 - £25,185 per annum

Downpatrick Campus

ABOUT US

Northern Ireland’s Further Education sector is a key driver of both economic and social inclusion. SERC as a college is a hub of innovation, collaboration and industry partnerships along with a strong community focus. We pride ourselves on delivering internationally recognised high-quality, industry-relevant courses, which equip our students with the skills necessary to grow and shape our economy and to transform their own lives in doing so. We are committed to continuous improvement and to fostering a supportive culture of creativity and inclusivity as a catalyst for success.

If you are interested in being part of a dynamic and forward-thinking institution that helps benefit society and creates transformational opportunities for learners, SERC may have a role for you.

The College offers a wide range of employee benefits, rewards and recognitions:

• 23 days annual leave + 12 public holidays (plus 7 additional annual leave days after 5 years’ service)
• Additional leave to supplement closures during Easter, July & Christmas.
• NILGOSC defined benefiter CARE pension scheme with employer contribution rate of 15.5%.
• Corporate healthcare cash plan scheme.
• Annual free health checks onsite.
• Access to College gym facilities free of charge along with reduced rate membership with a range of gyms.
• Mind Yourself health & wellbeing initiatives.
• Cycle to Work scheme.
• Teachers Credit Union.
• Access to hair, nail & beauty salons onsite.
• Continuous Professional Development opportunities via our dedicated Learning Academy

We currently have a vacancy for a Catering Assistant.

JOB PURPOSE

To provide support to the Catering section in particular the training kitchen and restaurant

ESSENTIAL CRITERIA

• Demonstrate experience in a customer focused catering environment
• Demonstrate that you are an effective team player

DESIRABLE CRITERIA

• Hold a current Level 2 Food Safety qualification

The above are minimum criteria.

These may be enhanced at the discretion of the Selection Panel.

For further information on the main duties and responsibilities and criteria for this role, please see attached Job Description.