School Cafeteria & Dining Service Assistant

Education Authority; Lisburn; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 17,000; Full time

Job summary

Education Authority in Lisburn is seeking a Catering Assistant to actively participate in the daily operation of the Catering Unit under the direction of the Senior/Unit Catering Supervisor. You will work as part of a team to provide a hygienic service, promote meals, and support sales within the unit.

The role involves basic food preparation, simple cooking, serving meals, maintaining dining areas, and adhering to statutory regulations and school values.

Qualifications

• Basic preparation of food and beverages as directed.
• Assist with preparation of vegetables and snacks as required.

Responsibilities

• Participate in daily operation of the Catering Unit.
• Assist with basic cooking and reconstitution of prepared food.
• Organise and control food service points and transfer/serve meals.
• Promote meals to pupils, parents and staff as needed.
• Maintain dining area: set tables, lay cutlery, water jugs and serving points.
• Clean the kitchen/servery and dining room; wash up and clear equipment.
• Record temperatures for control purposes and ensure premises are secured.
• Complete administration and duties within the role and adhere to school values.

Job description

Education Authority in Lisburn is seeking a Catering Assistant to actively participate in the daily operation of the Catering Unit under the direction of the Senior/Unit Catering Supervisor. You will work as part of a team to provide a hygienic service, promote meals, and support sales within the unit.

The role involves basic food preparation, simple cooking, serving meals, maintaining dining areas, and adhering to statutory regulations and school values.