Job description
To actively participate in the daily operation of the Catering Unit under the direction of the Senior/Unit Catering Supervisor.
Responsibilities
* 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.
* Preparing the dining area: (a) Setting out dining room tables, chairs, benches and serving points as required by the meals service. (b) Setting tables, laying out of cutlery, water jugs, etc.
* Completing general kitchen and dining room duties including washing up, clearing away equipment including tables, chairs and benches.
* Cleaning the kitchen/servery, dining room and equipment including floors and walls.
* Recording temperatures for control purposes as required.
* Securing premises as required.
Skills and Qualifications
Essential Skills
* Willingness to undertake job related training.
Desirable Skills
* Experience of working in a customer service or catering role
Further Information
Location: Bocombra Primary School. A full list of responsibilities, essential and desirable skills can be found on the Education Authority website. The Education Authority is an equal opportunities employer.