General Catering Assistant
Aramark · Dublin, County Dublin, Ireland
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- Employment typeStated
- Full time
- ShiftStated
- evening, weekend
procedures • Flexibility with shift patterns, including evenings and weekends where required
from the posting - EducationStated
- ['professional certificate']
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Requirements, each with its sentence from the posting
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- food hygiene and safety knowledgerequired
Knowledge of food hygiene and safety practices
from the posting - ability to work in fast-paced environmentrequired
Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
from the posting - organisational and time management skillsrequired
Strong organisational and time management skills
from the posting - physical staminarequired
Physical stamina and ability to stand for extended periods
from the posting - attention to detailrequired
Excellent attention to detail
from the posting - teamwork and collaborationrequired
Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team
from the posting - communication and people skillsrequired
Good communication and people skills
from the posting - willingness to follow instructions and proceduresrequired
Willingness to follow instructions and procedures
from the posting - shift flexibilityrequired
Flexibility with shift patterns, including evenings and weekends where required
from the posting - previous catering or hospitality experiencepreferred
Previous experience in catering, hospitality, or food service
from the posting - food hygiene certificationpreferred
Food hygiene certification or Level 2 Food Safety in Catering qualification
from the posting - specialist kitchen equipment experiencepreferred
Experience with specialist kitchen equipment
from the posting - dietary requirements and food allergies knowledgepreferred
Knowledge of dietary requirements and food allergies
from the posting - event catering or banqueting experiencepreferred
Experience in event catering or banqueting services
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Company Description
At Aramark, we empower our people to create experiences that matter. We share a passion for hospitality, it's at the foundation of everything we do. We believe a career should develop your talents, fuel your passions, and empower your professional growth. So, no matter what you're pursuing, a role at Aramark can help you reach your full potential.
Job Description
We are seeking a General Catering Assistant to join our catering team in Dublin, Ireland. This is a permanent position offering an excellent opportunity to develop your skills in a fast-paced, professional catering environment. The successful candidate will be organised, efficient, and committed to maintaining the highest standards of food preparation and customer service. You will work as part of a supportive team, contributing to the smooth operation of our catering services across various events and functions. • Assist in the preparation and presentation of food items in accordance with established recipes and procedures • Maintain cleanliness and hygiene standards throughout the kitchen and food preparation areas, adhering to food safety regulations
- Support senior catering staff in the setup and breakdown of catering events and service areas • Wash, peel, chop, and prepare ingredients as directed by the catering team • Assist with the serving of food and beverages to clients and guests in a professional and courteous manner
- Operate and maintain kitchen equipment safely and effectively • Monitor stock levels and assist with the organisation of storage areas • Follow all health and safety procedures and report any hazards or concerns to management • Respond to special dietary requirements and food allergies with attention and care • Contribute to the overall efficiency of the catering operation through teamwork and flexibility
Qualifications
**Required:** • Knowledge of food hygiene and safety practices • Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
- Strong organisational and time management skills • Physical stamina and ability to stand for extended periods • Excellent attention to detail • Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team • Good communication and people skills • Willingness to follow instructions and procedures • Flexibility with shift patterns, including evenings and weekends where required
**Desirable:** • Previous experience in catering, hospitality, or food service • Food hygiene certification or Level 2 Food Safety in Catering qualification • Experience with specialist kitchen equipment • Knowledge of dietary requirements and food allergies • Experience in event catering or banqueting services
Additional Information
About Aramark
Aramark Ireland is a leader in food, facilities, and workplace services, supporting clients across healthcare, education, business, and the public sector. With over 40 years in Ireland and more than 8,000 colleagues across Ireland and Northern Ireland, we are committed to service excellence, innovation, sustainability, and creating meaningful experiences for our clients, colleagues, and communities.
Aramark is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and welcomes applications from all candidates.
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