Catering Assistant

To actively participate in the daily operation of the Catering Unit under the direction of the Senior/Unit Catering Supervisor.Team participation is essential to provide an efficient hygienic service, to achieve customer satisfaction and to promote sales within the unit.A full list of responsibilities, essential and desirable criteria can be found on the Education Authority website.

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.
• Maintaining regular contact with the central kitchen, if applicable, with regard to all aspects of service delivery.

Skills and Qualifications

• Willingness to undertake job related training.
• Experience of working in a customer service or catering role.

Further Information

Location: West Winds Primary School and Nursery Unit.The Education Authority is an equal opportunities employer.

Vacancy ID 1753273 Job ref. 26000101 Job Sector Hotel and Catering Area Co Down Location Newtownards Salary £13.62 – £14.28 per hour. No. vacancies 1 Contract Type Permanent Weekly hours 20 Published date 08/01/2026 Closing date 22/01/2026 Worktime Monday – Friday, 9.30am – 2.00pm with 30 minutes unpaid lunch break.