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 Kilkenny

Shift Pattern: Monday - Sunday 40 hours per week

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

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

The successful candidate must also be/have:

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

We look forward to your application!

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