Catering Assistant

Excel Recruitment; Cork; On-site; EUR 19,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Excel Recruitment is seeking a reliable Catering Assistant for a temporary role in Clonmel, County Tipperary. You will support food preparation, service, and general catering duties in a busy team environment.

The role requires good customer service, hygiene awareness, and willingness to complete HACCP/Manual Handling training. Monday to Friday shifts with pay EUR14.15–EUR15.15 per hour.

Qualifications

• Previous catering, hospitality, or food service experience is an advantage.
• Strong customer service and communication skills.
• Attention to cleanliness, hygiene, and presentation.
• Ability to work well in a busy team.

Responsibilities

• Assist with food preparation, service, and general catering duties
• Serve meals and refreshments in a friendly and professional manner
• Keep kitchen, dining, and service areas clean, tidy, and well organised
• Follow all food hygiene, HACCP, and health & safety procedures
• Support chefs and kitchen staff during busy service periods
• Provide excellent customer service to staff, visitors, or service users

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Team player

Food service experience

Education

HACCP certification

Manual Handling certification

Job description

Catering Assistant (J48506) Tipperary, Republic of Ireland

Salary: EUR14.15 - EUR15.15 per hour + Monday to Friday

We are currently recruiting a reliable and hardworking Catering Assistant for a temporary role in Clonmel. This role is suited to someone who enjoys working as part of a busy team, takes pride in good customer service, and can maintain high standards of food hygiene and presentation.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with food preparation, service, and general catering duties
• Serve meals and refreshments in a friendly and professional manner
• Keep kitchen, dining, and service areas clean, tidy, and well organised
• Follow all food hygiene, HACCP, and health & safety procedures
• Support chefs and kitchen staff during busy service periods
• Provide excellent customer service to staff, visitors, or service users

Requirements

• Previous catering, hospitality, or food service experience is an advantage
• Strong customer service and communication skills
• Good attention to cleanliness, hygiene, and presentation
• Ability to work well as part of a team in a busy environment
• HACCP and Manual Handling certification required or willingness to complete training
• Reliable, punctual, and professionally presented
• Availability for temporary shifts in Clonmel