Kitchen Assistant

Apleona GmbH; Cork; Hybrid; EUR 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Apleona GmbH in Cork is seeking a Kitchen Assistant to join our catering team. The role involves supporting the chef, preparing menu items under guidance, and ensuring a clean, safe, and welcoming dining area for clients and guests.

You will work on a pattern across Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday, 09:00 to 14:15, delivering attentive service, assisting with setup for events, and maintaining high standards of hygiene and teamwork in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a similar catering environment.
• Ability to multitask and work under pressure.
• Clear communication with managers, kitchen and dining room staff.
• Excellent customer service and a team player.
• Garda vetting required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in timely preparation of menu items under guidance.
• Set up catering equipment, tables and decor for events.
• Provide friendly, attentive service to clients.
• Maintain hygiene and safe working environment per standards.
• Report equipment or premises defects to the line manager.
• Support catering staff during events.

Skills

Customer service

Multitasking

Communication

Teamwork

Job description

At Apleona, We are always on the lookout for talented and dynamic individuals to join our team. We are currently recruiting for a Kitchen Assistant to be based In Cork

Shift Pattern Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 09:00 - 14:15

Main duties and responsibilities

• Contributing to a team culture focused on exceptional service, every time, for everyone.
• Providing excellent customer service by being attentive, responsive, and friendly.
• Communicating effectively with clients, guests, and team members
• Upholding consistent standards in presentation and products, regularly assessing progress based on client feedback to enhance experiences.
• Contributing to creating a positive work environment
• Adhering to all Health and Safety guidelines, including proper handling of kitchen equipment and utensils.
• Adhering to Company rules, and professional standards and procedures (COSHH, EHO, Food Hygiene standards)
• Maintaining a clean and safe working environment, reporting any hazards or incidents promptly
• Assisting in the timely preparation of menu items under the guidance of the Chef or Catering manager.
• Assisting with the setup of catering equipment, tables, chairs, and decorations according to event specifications.
• Collaborating with the catering team to create visually appealing and organized displays.
• Providing friendly, attentive, and timely service to create an exceptional experience for our clients.
• Assisting in plating and presenting dishes to maintain high-quality standards, ensuring correct meal portions to minimise waste.
• Reporting any defects in equipment or premises to the line manager.
• Supporting catering staff during events by ensuring a smooth flow of service.
• Addressing customer requests and inquiries in a professional and friendly manner.
• Performing any other ad hoc duties as deemed necessary

Qualifications and experience

• Previous experience in a similar environment
• Ability to multitask. and works well under pressure.
• Be able to communicate clearly with managers, kitchen, and dining room personnel.
• Excellent customer service skills and a team player.
• Garda vetting required

We look forward to your application

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