Job Title : Facility Support Worker Salary : Band 2 Initial Location : Day Care Centres in Newry and Mourne locality Hours : 12.5/week Temporary : Until 30/11/2026 Deadline: Tuesday 2nd June 2026 @ 10PM Job Summary: The post holder will work as a member of a team of staff within Day Care services and will be primarily required to carry out a range of practical domestic and catering duties. Duties & Responsibilities: Main Catering Duties: Receive, store, heat, temperature probe and serve cook chill meals (this will only be in cook-chill facilities) and prepare any special diets as necessary. Complete all relevant temperature records including fridge, delivery, cooking and reheating records. Prepare morning and afternoon tea/coffee for service users. Clean all equipment within the Catering Department including food trolleys, cooking utensils, pots and pans, crockery, cutlery etc and associated areas e.g. stores, cupboards etc. Load and unload the dishwasher. Assist in preparation of meals and snacks, order meals, carry out waitress and/or cashier duties. Main Domestic Duties: Conduct daily, weekly and periodic maintenance of all floor coverings to include:- dust control, sweeping and/or vacuum cleaning, damp mopping, spot mopping, machine buffing/scrubbing and spray cleaning. Conduct daily, weekly and periodic maintenance of surfaces, to include:- furniture/upholstery, fittings, surrounds and equipment, telephones, mirrors, shelving, high surfaces, paint work, tiles, partition glass, domestic cleaning equipment, machinery etc. Conduct daily, weekly and periodic maintenance of all sanitary fittings (all toilet and shower areas). Replenish supplies of toilet rolls, soap, paper towels and alcohol gel dispensers. General Duties: Provide the best possible service to service users and staff, and ensure maximum cleanliness and hygiene in all areas. Order and maintain stocks of food supplies in conjunction with the person-in-charge. Empty and clean waste receptacles, removal of waste bags and placement for collection. Follow cleaning methods and work schedules as instructed. Report any defects in equipment, work surfaces or areas requiring attention to the person in charge. Ensure the observance of and adhere to the safety regulations and safe procedures within the facility such as Health & Safety/ COSHH/ Colour Coding/Environmental Cleanliness/ Waste management/ Food Hygiene Procedures and Food Safety Regulation (this includes wearing protective clothing provided) Participate in all mandatory training to meet standards required by regulatory bodies such as Level 2 Award in Food Safety in Catering and BICS Certificate. Report any accidents/incidents immediately. Replenish and put away domestic/catering supplies. Be responsible for opening and locking up of work areas, where necessary. Co-operate with other trust staff and work together as a team. Maintain a high level of confidentiality at all times. Carry out any other duties that are assigned from time to time according to the needs of the service. Essential Criteria: Experience of carrying out a range of practical domestic or catering duties in a paid capacity Ability to follow instructions and to participate as a team member Good organisational skills with an ability to prioritise own workload. Have a willing and co-operative attitude/manner. Ability to use initiative and cope with difficult situations in a calm manner. Ability to relate easily to staff and service users. Effective communication skills to meet the needs of the post in full. Be willing to undertake and complete relevant training. Be flexible with regard to working arrangements. Have good awareness of health and safety issues within the work environment