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.

• 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.

• Effective organisational and planning skills and the ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines.
• Willingness to undertake job related training.
• Experience of working in a customer service or catering role.

The Education Authority is an equal opportunities employer.

St Brigid's Primary School.

Vacancy  Job .  Job Sector Hotel and Catering Area Co Down Location Downpatrick Salary £13.62 - £14.28 per hour No. vacancies 1 Contract Type Permanent Weekly hours 25 Published date 12/01/2026 Closing date 26/01/2026 Worktime Monday - Friday (5 hours per day, 1/2 lunch unpaid)

Area:
All of Northern Ireland
Closing date: 16 Jan 2026

Area:
All of Northern Ireland
Closing date: 19 Jan 2026