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.

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

Location:

Whitehead Primary School, Carrickfergus. The Education Authority is an equal opportunities employer.

Salary £13.62 - £14.28 per hour. Contract Type Permanent. Weekly hours 22.5. Published date 09/01/2026. Closing date 23/01/2026. Worktime 9.30am - 2.30pm, Monday - Friday includes half hour break unpaid.