Catering Assistant

At Apleona, We are always on the lookout for talented and dynamic individuals to join our team. We are currently recruiting for a Catering Assistant to be based in Dublin 15

Shift Pattern:Monday \- Friday 07:00 \- 15:00

Main duties and responsibilities

• Ensure that all food and products are consistently prepared and served according to the Canteen's recipes, portioning and serving standards


• Fill in where needed to ensure customer service standards and efficient operations


• Prepare all required paperwork, including forms, reports and schedules, in an organised and timely manner


• Ensure that all equipment is kept clean and in excellent working condition through personal inspection and by following the canteen's preventative maintenance programs


• Ensure product costing takes place and approval is sought before planning and pricing menu items. Establish portion sizes and prepare standard recipe cards for all new menu items


• Ensure accurate stocktaking each week and submit timesheets


• Control food cost and usage by following proper requisition of products from storage areas, product storage procedures, standard recipes and waste control procedures


• Report any violations of company policies, rules and procedures


• Oversee the training of personnel in the safe operation of all equipment and utensils


• Responsible for overseeing kitchen personnel in cleanliness and sanitation practices


• Ensure compliance with HACCP regulations


• Responsible for maintaining appropriate cleaning schedules for floors, mats, walls, other equipment and food storage areas


• Check and maintain proper food holding and refrigeration temperature control points


• Maintain professional appearance at all times, clean and well\-groomed in accordance with company standards and uniform policy


• Develop a positive working relationship with fellow workers and customers, and avoid conflict


• Attends training sessions as required

• A minimum of 2 years of experience in kitchen preparation and cooking


• At least 6 months of experience in a similar capacity


• Must be able to communicate clearly with managers, kitchen staff and School staff \& Students


• Be a team player, have time management and organisational skills


• Be motivated, enthusiastic and indeed reliable


• Be able to reach, bend, stoop and frequently lift as required within the kitchen environment


• Be able to work in a standing position for long periods of time

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