Catering Assistant

To actively participate in the daily operation of the Catering Unit under the direction of the Senior/Unit Catering Supervisor. Team participation is essential to provide an efficient hygienic service, to achieve customer satisfaction and to promote sales within the unit.

• 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.

• Willingness to undertake job related training.
• Experience of working in a customer service or catering role.

Hours per Week:

• Post 1 - 15 hours per week
• Post 2 - 10 hours per week

Working Pattern:

• Monday - Friday
• Post 1: 3.5 hours per day, 10:15 AM – 1:45 PM (includes 30 mins unpaid lunch)
• Post 2: 2.5 hours per day, 11:15 AM – 1:45 PM (includes 30 mins unpaid lunch)

A full list of responsibilities, essential and desirable criteria can be found on the Education Authority website by following the Apply Direct button.

The Education Authority is an equal opportunities employer.

Location:

Leaney Primary School, Ballymoney, County Antrim, Northern Ireland. Salary £13.62–£14.28 per hour.

Contract:

Permanent. Weekly hours 10. Published 29 Jan 2026. Closing 12 Feb 2026.

Area:
All of Northern Ireland
Closing date: 13 Feb 2026