Food Assistants​/Deli Assistants

THE EMPLOYER IS: FALCARROW T/A KELLYS STORES

Hot Food/Deli Assistant is responsible for preparing, presenting, and serving hot food and deli items while maintaining high standards of food safety, cleanliness, and customer service. They should ensure customers receive fresh, well‑prepared products and an excellent in‑store experience.

• Food Preparation & Cooking – Prepare and cook hot foods, deli items, and ready‑to‑eat meals following recipes and portion guidelines, operate kitchen equipment safely and monitor cooking times/temperatures for quality and safety.
• Food Safety & Hygiene – apply HACCP principles, maintain strict hygiene, prevent cross‑contamination, and conduct temperature checks and ensure safe storage, rotation, and labelling of food items.
• Customer Service – greet customers, take orders, provide product/allergen info, and handle complaints professionally, upsell specials and maintain a friendly, customer‑focused approach.
• Counter Service & Merchandising – set up and maintain attractive food displays, portion and label items, and rotate stock to reduce waste.
• Equipment Handling – use and clean deli slicers, knives, and food processors safely; report faults promptly.
• Cash Handling & POS – process payments accurately and maintain order accuracy during busy periods.
• Stock Control & Inventory – receive/store deliveries, rotate stock, record waste, and report shortages.
• Organisational & Time Management – prioritise tasks during peak times, maintain cleanliness, and follow production plans.
• Teamwork & Communication – collaborate with colleagues, assist during busy periods, and follow supervisor instructions.
• Other duties as and when required.

• Maths and English or working towards these qualifications.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Basic Food Hygiene certificate (training will be provided).

Job Start Opportunity – Working Hours Information:
Standard

Hours:

up to 25 hours per week. Flexible/Reduced

Hours:

May be available upon approval by a Work Coach. Additional

Hours:

The employer may offer extra hours depending on availability. This should be discussed directly with the employer before starting employment. The job advert may end before the closing date if requested by the employer.

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Vacancy : 1755331

Job Sector: Hotel and Catering

Location: Cookstown (Various)

Salary: £7.55 for 16‑17, £10.00 for 18‑20, £12.21 for 21 plus per hour

No. vacancies: 5 |
Contract Type: Temporary |
Weekly hours: 25 |
Published date: 19/01/2026 |
Closing date: 27/02/2026 |
Worktime: To be confirmed by employer