School Catering Assistant: Fresh Prep & Service

Eani; Craigavon; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Education Authority in Northern Ireland seeks a Catering Assistant to support daily unit operations, ensuring hygienic service and customer satisfaction for pupils. You will assist with food prep, serving, dining area setup, and basic cleaning under supervision, contributing to promoting meals and meeting service goals.

The role emphasises teamwork, effective communication, and adherence to school values within a dynamic education environment.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Prepare food and beverages and basic vegetable prep.
• Assist with simple cooking and reconstitution of prepared food.
• Organise dining service points and assist with serving meals.
• Maintain dining and kitchen cleanliness and hygiene.
• Record temperatures for control purposes.
• Complete delegated duties and administration as required.
• Promote meals to pupils and staff while upholding school values.

Skills

Communication

Team working

Organisational skills

Work under pressure

Job description

Education Authority in Northern Ireland seeks a Catering Assistant to support daily unit operations, ensuring hygienic service and customer satisfaction for pupils. You will assist with food prep, serving, dining area setup, and basic cleaning under supervision, contributing to promoting meals and meeting service goals.

The role emphasises teamwork, effective communication, and adherence to school values within a dynamic education environment.