Catering Assistant

We are currently recruiting for a Catering Assistant to be based in Clonmel, Tipperary.

Working Pattern: Monday to Friday, 25 hours per week.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

• Serve customers in a professional, friendly, and efficient manner.


• Assist with the replenishment of food displays, counters, and service areas throughout service periods.


• Operate tills, cashless payment systems, and employee cashless card systems as required.


• Assist in the preparation and service of hospitality and special event catering when required.


• Ensure food is stored, handled, and displayed safely and appropriately at all times.


• Where necessary, assist with the preparation of food items, including salads, sandwiches, vegetables, desserts, and other menu offerings as directed Supervisor/Head Chef/Manager


• Provide excellent customer service and respond courteously to customer requests and queries.


• Promote a welcoming and positive dining environment for all customers.


• Report customer feedback, complaints, or concerns to the Head Chef, Manager or Supervisor.


• Follow all HACCP, food safety, hygiene, and allergen management procedures.


• Ensure food holding, storage, and refrigeration temperatures are checked and maintained as instructed.


• Report any food safety concerns, damaged products, or non\-conformances immediately.


• Adhere to all company health and safety policies and site procedures.


• Maintain cleanliness and hygiene standards throughout kitchen, service, dining, and storage areas.


• Wash utensils, cookware, crockery, and catering equipment as required.


• Follow cleaning schedules and complete assigned cleaning duties.


• Ensure workstations are kept clean, tidy, and organised throughout the shift.


• Dispose of waste appropriately and support food waste reduction initiatives.


• Work collaboratively with colleagues to ensure smooth catering operations.


• Assist with deliveries, stock rotation, and storage of goods using FIFO (First In, First Out) principles.


• Support stock counts and inventory activities as requested.


• Attend training sessions and team meetings as required.


• Undertake any other reasonable duties requested by management.

• Previous experience in a catering, hospitality, food service, or customer\-facing environment is desirable.


• Basic knowledge of food hygiene and food safety practices.


• Good communication and interpersonal skills.


• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.


• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.


• Reliable, punctual, and professional in approach.


• A customer\-focused attitude with a willingness to help others.


• Flexibility to support varying operational requirements.

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