Catering Assistant

Compass Group Ireland; Kildare; On-site; EUR 23,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Compass Group Ireland is seeking a friendly and proactive Catering Assistant to join our fast-paced team. This full-time role (37.5 hours/week, Monday to Friday, 7am–3:30pm) offers a supportive environment with opportunities for progression and skills development.

You will help prepare quality food, create appealing displays, assist customers at the counter, handle cash transactions, and uphold rigorous food hygiene and safety standards in a collaborative setting.

Qualifications

• Previous catering experience is a bonus, but enthusiasm matters.
• Positive attitude and strong customer service focus.
• Excellent time management and reliability.
• Safety and hygiene awareness essential.

Responsibilities

• Prepare high-quality food that delights clients and customers.
• Create eye-catching displays and counters to attract customers.
• Handle transactions and operate the cash register efficiently.
• Maintain high standards of food handling and personal hygiene.
• Ensure a safe, healthy work environment by following safety rules.

Skills

Positive attitude

Customer service

Team player

Time management

Reliability

Safety awareness

Tools

Cash register

Job description

As a Catering Assistant, you'll be part of a dynamic, fast-paced team, contributing to a positive and friendly work environment. This is a full time role, working 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 7am to 3.30pm The role offers numerous opportunities for growth within a company that values individuality and invests in its employees. Your hard work will be recognised and rewarded, making it an excellent chance to advance in a supportive setting.

Your Key Responsibilities Will Include

• Preparing delicious, high-quality food that delights our clients and customers
• Crafting eye-catching food and counter displays that draw customers in
• Proudly representing Compass Group Ireland and embodying our positive brand image
• Handling transactions with ease and operating the cash register efficiently
• Upholding the highest standards of Food Handling & Hygiene
• Ensuring a safe and healthy work environment by adhering to Health & Safety regulations

Our Ideal Catering Assistant Will

• Bring a positive, can-do attitude to everything you do
• Show genuine passion for delivering exceptional customer service
• Excel as a supportive and collaborative team player
• Embrace the excitement of thriving under pressure
• Demonstrate impeccable time management and reliability
• Prioritise safety in every task you undertake
• Previous experience in a similar catering role is a bonus, but your enthusiasm is what truly matters

At Compass Ireland, our people are our business. When you join the Compass Group you will be joining a supportive network of incredible individuals, each united by their passion for going the extra mile for the organisations we partner with. We are building a team who care about providing a great customer experience and want to grow and develop as we do. We are dedicated to investing in every colleague joining us and pride ourselves on being an equal opportunity employer; we celebrate diversity and are committed to building an inclusive environment for all our colleagues. We consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements.

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Job Reference: com/2808/96669001/52830250/ROI #Republic of Ireland

Compass Group UK&I is committed to fostering an environment where every individual can truly be themselves at work and has equal opportunities to advance in their careers. We strive to build a culture that respects and celebrates the unique talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities of all our team members. We want our colleagues to feel valued, empowered to reach their full potential, and to thrive - because diversity is our strength!