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 Donegal

Shift Pattern: Monday - Sunday 20 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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