School Catering & Dining Assistant

National Instruments; Derry/Londonderry; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 17,000; Full time

Job summary

The Education Authority is seeking a Catering Assistant to support daily operation of the school catering unit. You will assist with food preparation, meal service, and maintaining hygienic dining areas under supervision. The role emphasizes teamwork, customer service, and adherence to school standards.

Ideal candidates show effective communication, strong organisational skills, and a motivation to provide excellent food and service to pupils and staff in a school setting.

Qualifications

• Effective communication to support teamwork and instruction delivery.
• Strong interpersonal and team working abilities.
• Good organisational and planning skills under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Basic food and beverage preparation for meals.
• Serve and transfer meals and snacks to dining areas.
• Maintain dining areas and service points to expected standards.
• Assist with promoting meals to pupils, parents and staff.
• Record temperatures for quality and safety checks.
• Ensure premises are secured and duties comply with regulations.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Organisational skills

Customer service motivation

Job description

The Education Authority is seeking a Catering Assistant to support daily operation of the school catering unit. You will assist with food preparation, meal service, and maintaining hygienic dining areas under supervision. The role emphasizes teamwork, customer service, and adherence to school standards.

Ideal candidates show effective communication, strong organisational skills, and a motivation to provide excellent food and service to pupils and staff in a school setting.