Catering Assistant – Cork
We are currently recruiting capable and dependable Catering Assistants to support catering operations across Cork city and county on a temporary basis. This role is best suited to candidates with strong mid-week, full-day availability who can commit to Monday to Friday shifts as required.
Key Responsibilities
- Operate tills and process customer payments accurately
- Provide friendly, efficient service to customers
- Prepare, set up, and maintain service and dining areas
- Ensure all equipment and workspaces are kept clean, tidy, and hygienic
- Adhere to all food safety, HACCP, and health & safety procedures
- Take ownership of assigned duties to ensure service runs smoothly
Requirements
- Previous experience in a catering or food-service environment
- Must be available for full-day shifts during the week, not just evenings or weekends
- Confidence using tills and dealing with customers
- Barista or coffee-making experience an advantage
- Ability to work independently and use initiative
- Good knowledge of food hygiene and safety standards
- HACCP and Manual Handling certification required (training can be facilitated)
- Reliable, punctual, and professionally presented
Benefits of Working with Excel Recruitment
- Weekly pay
- Holiday pay accrual
- Support from a dedicated recruitment consultant
- Opportunity to gain experience across various catering sites in Cork
If you’re an experienced Catering Assistant seeking temporary catering work in Cork and have strong mid-week, full-day availability, we’d be delighted to hear from you.
Apply below or contact Conor Meldrum at Excel Recruitment 087 770 3881
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Catering Assistant – Newcastle West
Excel Recruitment is currently looking for reliable Catering Assistants to join our team in Newcastle West. This role is ideal for candidates who are based locally or can reliably commute to Newcastle West for shifts.
We are looking for hardworking and flexible people who can support busy catering and hospitality teams with food service, kitchen duties, cleaning, and general day-to-day support.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist with food preparation and service
- Support kitchen and catering teams during busy periods
- Keep work areas clean, organised, and tidy
- Follow food safety, hygiene, and health and safety standards
- Provide friendly and professional service to customers, residents, or staff where required
- Complete general cleaning and wash-up duties as needed
Requirements for Catering Assistants
- Previous catering, kitchen, hospitality, or food service experience is desirable
- Must be based in Newcastle West or able to reliably commute there
- Good communication skills and a positive attitude
- Ability to work well as part of a team
- Reliability, punctuality, and flexibility for shifts
- Manual Handling and HACCP training (training can be facilitated)
Benefits of Working with Excel Recruitment
- Weekly pay
- Flexible shifts
- Holiday pay accrual
- Ongoing support from a dedicated recruitment consultant
If you are interested in Catering Assistant shifts in Newcastle West and can reliably commute to the area, we would be delighted to hear from you.
Please apply below or contact Conor Meldrum at Excel Recruitment 087 770 3881.
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Catering Assistant – Waterford
We are currently recruiting a reliable, experienced, and self-motivated Catering Assistant to join our team in the Waterford area for daytime work. This position is ideal for someone with previous catering or food-service experience who is confident working on their own initiative while delivering excellent customer service.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist with food preparation as required
- Operate the till, process transactions accurately, and provide efficient service
- Serve customers in a friendly, professional, and courteous manner
- Set up and maintain food service areas to a high standard
- Ensure all food service areas, equipment, and workspaces are clean, organised, and compliant with hygiene regulations
- Follow all health, safety, and HACCP procedures at all times
- Work independently, managing tasks efficiently to ensure smooth service delivery
Requirements for Catering Assistants
- Previous experience as a Catering Assistant or in a similar food-service role
- Experience with till operation and customer-facing service
- Coffee-making experience is desirable
- Ability to work independently and demonstrate initiative
- Strong understanding of food hygiene and safety standards
(HACCP and Manual Handling certificates required; training can be facilitated)
- Punctual, reliable, and well-presented
Benefits of Working with Excel Recruitment
- Weekly pay
- Holiday pay accrual
- Ongoing support from a dedicated recruitment consultant
If you are an experienced Catering Assistant looking for reliable daytime work in the Waterford area, we would be delighted to hear from you.
Please apply below or contact Conor Meldrum at Excel Recruitment on 087 770 3881.
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Catering Assistant Job
Excel Recruitment is looking for Catering Assistants to work in Hospitals, Nursing Homes, and hospitality units with a lot of work available all year.
Our temporary team work on a casual basis in some of the top restaurants, hotels, and commercial and healthcare catering units around Dublin. These Catering Assistant jobs offer excellent flexibility to work around family or other commitments, great pay including paid holidays, and the opportunity to be a part of a great team with daytime, evenings, weekday, and weekend shifts available.
As Catering Assistant, you will be responsible for basic food preparation along with ensuring the hygiene and cleanliness of food preparation areas and serving and clearing up duties. The ideal applicant for this Catering Assistant job will have strong experience working in the kitchen along with the ability to work both as part of a team and your own initiative. You will have a good level of spoken English and a strong work ethic.
Responsibilities of the Catering Assistant
- Assist with basic food preparation
- Organise food preparation areas
- Serve and assist customers
- Assist with set up and service of food counter
- Understand daily menu portion control
- Ensuring chefs are equipped with food and tools they need
- Be prepared to carry out any additional duties outside of general duties
- To follow the agreed HACCP standards and procedures
- To follow, record and document all cleaning as required by the kitchen procedures
Requirements of the Catering Assistant:
- Previous experience as a Catering Assistant
- Good level of spoken English
- Ability to work well in a team and on own initiative
- Excellent time management skills and work ethic
Catering Assistant Job Benefits
- Flexibility to work around personal and family commitments
- Competitive pay rates per hour
- Holiday pay
- Great team
- Weekly wages
- Opportunity to start your career in a food business
- Opportunity to work in various kitchen environments
If you are thinking about gaining more experience in a food industry and enjoy working with different people and various environments, then this Catering Assistant job would be perfect for you. Please apply below for the attention of Dileta or call directly on 018717629.
Excel Recruitment is seeking dependable Catering Assistants for temporary assignments across various client sites in Sligo Town and surrounding areas .
This is an excellent opportunity for individuals looking for flexible work and varied kitchen experience.
Responsibilities of a Catering Assistant
- Cleaning and sanitising kitchen tools and equipment
- Ensuring food areas meet hygiene standards
- Assisting with food preparation when required
- Maintaining tidy and well-stocked service areas
- Serving food efficiently during service times
Requirements of a Catering Assistant
- Manual Handling certification (training available)
- HACCP or Food Safety training (can be provided)
- Previous catering experience is beneficial
- Ability to work well as part of a team
Why Work with Excel Recruitment?
- Flexible shift options
- Work in a range of professional kitchens
- Opportunity to gain valuable experience
- Ongoing recruiter support
- Weekly pay and holiday pay entitlement
Please apply with your CV to be considered
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We are currently seeking motivated and dependable Healthcare Catering Assistants to join our team in a healthcare environment. This is a rewarding opportunity to contribute to patient care by providing excellent food and catering services within a hospital or care facility.
Key Responsibilities:
- Prepare and serve meals in accordance with dietary requirements and nutritional standards.
- Maintain exceptional standards of food hygiene and safety.
- Clean kitchen and service areas while adhering to health and safety regulations (HACCP).
- Work closely with catering and healthcare teams to ensure a high-quality service.
What We’re Looking For:
- Previous catering experience.
- Knowledge of food hygiene and safety practices.
- Ability to work effectively in a busy, fast-paced environment.
- Flexibility to work a variety of shifts, including weekends when required.
Benefits:
- Competitive hourly rate of €17.71.
- Weekly pay.
- Flexible shift schedules.
- Opportunities for ongoing assignments and career development.
- Supportive and friendly team environment.
- Holiday pay (where applicable).
- Dedicated consultant support.
If you are passionate about delivering quality food services in a healthcare setting and want to make a meaningful impact on patients’ daily experiences, we would love to hear from you. Contact Zara on 087-132-1875.
Catering Assistant – Cork
We are currently recruiting a dependable, experienced, and self-motivated Catering Assistant to join our team in the Cork region for daytime shifts. This position is ideal for someone with previous catering or food service experience who is comfortable working independently while delivering excellent customer service.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist with food preparation as required
- Operate the till, process transactions accurately, and provide efficient service
- Serve customers in a friendly, professional, and courteous manner
- Set up and maintain food service areas to a high standard
- Ensure all food service areas, equipment, and workspace are clean, organised, and compliant with hygiene regulations
- Follow all health, safety, and HACCP procedures at all times
- Work independently, managing tasks efficiently to ensure smooth service delivery
Requirements for Catering Assistants
- Previous experience as a Catering Assistant or in a similar food-service role
- Experience with till operation and customer-facing service
- Coffee-making experience is desirable
- Ability to work independently and demonstrate initiative
- Strong understanding of food hygiene and safety standards
(HACCP and Manual Handling certificates required; training can be facilitated)
- Punctual, reliable, and well-presented
Benefits of Working with Excel Recruitment
- Weekly pay
- Holiday pay accrual
- Ongoing support from a dedicated recruitment consultant
If you are an experienced Catering Assistant looking for flexible daytime work in the Cork region, we would love to hear from you.
Please apply below or contact Conor Meldrum at Excel Recruitment on 087 770 3881.
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Excel Recruitment is actively looking for experienced Catering Assistants for relief work in the Cork city & county location.
Your role involves the support and the delivery of high-quality food and customer service across various catering sites on a relief (as-needed) basis. We are looking for flexible staff available for mid week Monday – Friday shifts
Key Responsibilities
- Assist in the preparation and service of food and beverages
- Set up and clear down service areas, including dining rooms and counters
- Maintain cleanliness and hygiene standards in kitchen and service areas
- Operate basic kitchen equipment safely and efficiently
- Provide friendly and professional customer service at all times
- Handle cash and operate tills where required
- Follow all food safety, HACCP, and health & safety guidelines
- Support stock rotation and basic inventory checks
- Work across multiple sites as required throughout Cork city and county
Person Specification
Essential:
- Previous experience in catering, hospitality, or food service (preferred but not essential)
- Good communication and interpersonal skills
- Flexibility to work varied shifts, including mornings, afternoons, and occasional weekends
- Ability to travel to different locations across Cork
- Strong work ethic and reliability
Desirable:
- Food Safety / HACCP certification
- Experience in high-volume catering environments (e.g., schools, healthcare, corporate)
- Manual handling training
Skills & Competencies
- Team player with a positive attitude
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
- Good attention to detail
- Time management and organisational skills
- Customer-focused approach
Working Hours
- Relief / casual basis (no guaranteed hours)
- Shifts offered based on operational needs
- Flexibility required
Pay & Benefits
- Competitive hourly rate
- Holiday pay (as per statutory requirements)
- Opportunity to gain experience across multiple catering environments
- Potential for more regular hours depending on performance and business needs
Other Requirements
- Garda vetting may be required depending on site (e.g., schools or healthcare facilities)
- Must have the right to work in Ireland
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