Food Service Assistant

WSH Group; Thurles; On-site; EUR 18,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Birthday leave

Maternity leave

Secondary carer leave

Wedding leave

Free meals on shift

Training and development

Apprenticeships program

Pension and life insurance

Perkbox discounts

Employee assistance programme

Cycle to work

Job summary

We are seeking an enthusiastic and customer-focused Food Service Assistant to join our small team on a Thurles-based catering team. You will contribute to creating a positive dining experience for our customers while maintaining high standards of food quality and safety.

The role involves assisting in food preparation, serving meals and beverages, maintaining cleanliness, and collaborating with team members to ensure smooth operations and timely service.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in food service or hospitality industry preferred.
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices.
• Excellent customer service skills with a friendly and professional demeanor.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Flexible and adaptable to changing priorities and work schedules.
• Basic math skills for cash handling and inventory management.
• Physical stamina to stand, walk, and lift up to 25 pounds for extended periods.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced work environment.
• Excellent communication skills in English, both verbal and written.

Responsibilities

• Assist in food preparation, including washing, cutting, and portioning ingredients.
• Serve meals and beverages to customers in a friendly and efficient manner.
• Operate and maintain kitchen equipment, ensuring cleanliness and proper functioning.
• Follow food safety and sanitation procedures to maintain a hygienic work environment.
• Restock serving lines, condiment stations, and dining areas as needed.
• Assist with inventory management and storage of food items and supplies.
• Collaborate with team members to ensure smooth kitchen operations and timely service.
• Respond promptly and professionally to customer inquiries and concerns.
• Participate in cleaning and organizing kitchen and dining areas.
• Assist with special events and catering services as required.

Skills

Food service experience

Food safety knowledge

Customer service

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Flexibility

Basic math

Stamina

Fast-paced environment

English communication

Job description

Working Pattern: Mon-Fri, daytime

Hours Per Week: 25 hours

Rate of Pay: 14.15 per hour

• Plus your birthday off
• 26 week’s enhanced maternity leave
• Secondary carerleave
• Wedding/commitment day leave
• Free meals on shift
• Bespoke training and development opportunities
• Apprenticeships opportunities for all experience levels
• Pension and life insurance
• Discounts available on our Perkbox app; high street shops, holidays & cinema
• Access to employee assistance programme
• Cycle to work scheme

Do you have a passion for providing genuine hospitality and impeccable service? Are you a collaborative team player? Are you friendly, professional and efficient? Yes? Then this is the role for you. At BaxterStorey, we believe that every interaction is an opportunity to create a lasting impression, that’s why we’re looking for a Food ServiceAssistant who strives to exceed expectations at every turn. As a trailblazer in the hospitality industry, we are excited to open our doors to individuals who share our passion for delivering exceptional experiences and creating unforgettable moments.

We believe that it is our people that set us apart, that’s why as a member of our team, you will be supported in an inclusive environment that encourages growth and celebrates diversity. We will invest in your development with ongoing training, to ensure that you have the skills and knowledge to thrive in your role, and we guarantee a good work-life balance, because we believe that people excel when they are given the space to take care of themselves.

If you are a Food Service Assistant who thrives on delivering extraordinary experiences, loves to be part of a harmonious and collaborative team, we would love to hear from you!

Job Description

We are seeking an enthusiastic and customer-focused Food Service Assistant to join our small team on a Thurles-based catering team. As a vital member of our food service operations, you will contribute to creating a positive dining experience for our customers while maintaining high standards of food quality and safety.

• Assist in food preparation, including washing, cutting, and portioning ingredients
• Serve meals and beverages to customers in a friendly and efficient manner
• Operate and maintain kitchen equipment, ensuring cleanliness and proper functioning
• Follow food safety and sanitation procedures to maintain a hygienic work environment
• Restock serving lines, condiment stations, and dining areas as needed
• Assist with inventory management and storage of food items and supplies
• Collaborate with team members to ensure smooth kitchen operations and timely service
• Respond promptly and professionally to customer inquiries and concerns
• Participate in cleaning and organizing kitchen and dining areas
• Assist with special events and catering services as required

Qualifications

• Previous experience in food service or hospitality industry preferred
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices
• Excellent customer service skills with a friendly and professional demeanor
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
• Flexible and adaptable to changing priorities and work schedules
• Basic math skills for cash handling and inventory management
• Physical stamina to stand, walk, and lift up to 25 pounds for extended periods
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced work environment
• Excellent communication skills in English, both verbal and written

Additional Information

For almost 20 years, for every client, in every location (whether that’s an office, stadium, cathedral or university), we have created beautiful spaces, exciting menus and friendly teams, so that each and every customer can have the hospitality experience they deserve.

We need the brightest and the best to join us to make this all possible. We will support you to create your hospitality legacy and build a career that you are proud of.

Our drive and belief in our people, means that we always strive to supercharge our team’s careers. ‘Better’ is a daily habit that sits deep within our DNA, meaning learning will be front and centre of your experience working with us.

Join us, and be part of the food revolution!

BaxterStorey Values:

ALWAYS VISIONARY

We strive for better, we never settle, never compromise, never follow. We lead the way, blazing our own trail.

WHOLEHEARTEDLY POSITIVE

We are up-beat, motivating and inspiring. Our love for what we do radiates through our food, and is amplified by our people.

CREATIVELY COLLABORATIVE

We embrace our differences to push creativity and we work together to be better.

FOREVER CONSCIOUS

We work together as a team to lead by example, protecting the planet and supporting local communities.