School Dining & Catering Assistant

Eani; Newry; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

The Education Authority in Northern Ireland is seeking a Catering Assistant to support the daily operation of the Catering Unit under the supervision of the Senior/Unit Catering Supervisor.

You will perform basic food prep, assist with cooking, serve meals, maintain dining area, and ensure high standards of hygiene and customer service for pupils and staff. This role requires teamwork and reliability in a school setting.

Qualifications

• Evidence of effective communication skills to support team working, taking of instruction and engagement with customers.
• Excellent interpersonal and team working skills.
• Effective organisational and planning skills and the ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines.

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.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Team working

Organisational skills

Job description

The Education Authority in Northern Ireland is seeking a Catering Assistant to support the daily operation of the Catering Unit under the supervision of the Senior/Unit Catering Supervisor.

You will perform basic food prep, assist with cooking, serve meals, maintain dining area, and ensure high standards of hygiene and customer service for pupils and staff. This role requires teamwork and reliability in a school setting.