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.
Site Operations Manager (Facilities, Catering & Accommodation)
I’m partnering with a well-established and highly respected client in Clare to recruit a Site Operations Manager (Facilities & Catering) who will take full ownership of multi-service operations across facilities, accommodation, and corporate catering. This is a hands-on leadership role for an experienced manager who thrives in a fast-paced environment, drives high standards, and is passionate about delivering exceptional client and customer experiences.
This is an exciting opportunity to lead from the front, manage diverse teams, and oversee service delivery across a dynamic site. If you have a strong background in facilities management or hospitality and enjoy creating innovative, customer-focused environments, this role offers the perfect next step in your career.
This is a full-time position (39 hours per week, Monday-Friday).
What You’ll Do
- Lead and manage all site operations across facilities, accommodation, and catering services, ensuring seamless delivery.
- Promote a culture of health & safety, innovation, and customer excellence across the site.
- Ensure all contracted services consistently meet agreed KPIs, liaising closely with contractors and stakeholders.
- Oversee accommodation services to ensure they meet client needs and service standards.
- Drive high standards in food quality, presentation, and overall customer experience.
- Ensure full compliance with company policies, food safety regulations, HACCP, and relevant legislation including HIQA standards.
- Lead, motivate, and develop teams through regular reviews, coaching, and daily engagement.
- Plan and deliver team meetings and daily operational briefings.
- Build strong client relationships and act as a key point of contact for service delivery.
- Oversee budgets and deliver on P&L targets, ensuring cost-effective operations.
- Maintain legislative compliance and ensure all reporting and documentation is up to date.
What We’re Looking For
- 5+ years’ experience in a senior management role within facilities management, hospitality, or corporate catering.
- Strong experience managing budgets, financial controls, and performance analysis.
- Proven ability to lead, motivate, and develop high-performing teams.
- Excellent communication, customer service, and stakeholder management skills.
- Strong organisational and time management abilities with a proactive mindset.
- Ability to work independently and drive operational improvements.
- Strong business planning and problem-solving skills.
- Solid knowledge of food hygiene, HACCP, and regulatory compliance.
- High level of professionalism with strong reporting and presentation skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and general IT systems.
- Experience in training, mentoring, and developing staff.
Why You’ll Love This Role
- Monday-Friday schedule offering excellent work-life balance.
- Opportunity to lead a multi-service, high-impact operation.
- Autonomy to drive innovation, improve standards, and influence performance.
- Work with a reputable client in a dynamic and varied environment.
- Strong career progression opportunities within a growing organisation.
Apply Now
If you’re a driven and experienced operations leader ready to take ownership of a dynamic multi-service site, apply today and take the next step in your career.
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Catering General Manager – Hospitality & Catering Operations
I’m partnering with a leading, well-established Irish catering organisation to recruit a Catering General Manager who will take full ownership of hospitality and catering operations across a high-profile client site in Limerick. This is a senior leadership role for a commercially driven operator with a proven track record in managing food service, meetings, and events. If you’re a hands-on leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is passionate about delivering exceptional food and service standards, this is a fantastic opportunity to step into a visible and impactful role. This is predominantly a Monday to Friday position, with some flexibility required for occasional weekends.
What You’ll Do
- Lead and oversee all hospitality and catering operations, including daily food service, meetings, and events
- Take full ownership of financial performance, including budgets, forecasting, cost control, and reporting
- Manage, mentor, and develop a team of chefs and front-of-house operational staff
- Drive consistently high standards across food quality, presentation, and customer experience
- Deliver seamless execution of meetings, corporate events, and hospitality services
- Identify opportunities to enhance service delivery, innovation, and operational efficiency
- Maintain a strong on-the-floor presence, supporting teams and ensuring smooth day-to-day operations
- Produce regular operational and financial reports, identifying trends and areas for improvement
- Ensure full compliance with food safety, health & safety, and all regulatory standards
- Build strong relationships with key stakeholders, clients, and suppliers
What We’re Looking For
- Proven experience in a Catering Manager, General Manager, or senior hospitality leadership role
- Strong financial management experience with full P&L ownership
- Experience managing both kitchen (BOH) and front-of-house teams
- Background in delivering high-quality corporate catering, meetings, and events
- A hands-on, visible leader with a proactive and solutions-driven approach
- Excellent communication, organisational, and stakeholder management skills
- Strong knowledge of food safety, compliance, and health & safety standards
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, client-facing environment
Why You’ll Love This Role
- Monday to Friday working pattern with flexibility
- High-profile client site with a diverse and dynamic operation
- Opportunity to lead and shape a growing hospitality and catering offering
- Supportive environment where your leadership will have real impact
If you’re ready to step into a senior leadership role and take ownership of a high-performing hospitality and catering operation, apply today or reach out to Laura directly to discuss in confidence.
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Assistant Catering Manager – Meetings & Events Focus | Cork City
I’m working with a leading provider of high-volume catering and hospitality services in Cork City to recruit an energetic and driven Assistant Catering Manager. This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate hospitality professional who enjoys a fast-paced, client-facing environment but is also seeking a better work-life balance.
This is not your typical catering management role – it’s a fun, ever-changing, and highly structured position where no two days are the same. You’ll thrive here if you are high-energy, organised, and capable of balancing multiple functions simultaneously while delivering exceptional service across a busy meetings and events operation.
What You’ll Do
- Coordinate day-to-day catering operations across a busy meetings & events space
- Support the planning and delivery of high-volume corporate and client events
- Work closely with clients to ensure all F&B requirements are delivered to the highest standard
- Supervise, motivate, and allocate duties to front and back-of-house teams
- Balance multiple functions and event requirements simultaneously in a fast-moving environment
- Deliver excellent customer service and act as a key point of contact for event clients
- Assist with stock control, deliveries, and weekly stocktakes
- Maintain exceptional standards of food presentation, service delivery, and hygiene
- Ensure seamless communication between kitchen, service, and event teams
- Ensure all equipment is maintained and health & safety standards are followed
- Assist in the training, development, and performance of team members
- Operate a company vehicle onsite as part of daily operational requirements
What We’re Looking For
- Minimum 3 years’ experience in hospitality or catering management
- A high-energy, hands-on professional who thrives in a busy, pressurised environment
- Proven ability to multitask and manage several functions and event requirements simultaneously
- Strong background in meetings, events, or high-volume corporate catering
- Excellent organisational skills with strong attention to detail
- Outstanding customer service and client-facing experience
- Ability to work well under pressure while maintaining high standards
- Strong knowledge of food safety, HACCP, and hygiene regulations
- Flexible approach to working hours (events-driven environment)
- Full clean driving licence (essential – company vehicle required onsite)
- Must be over 25 years of age (client insurance requirement)
- Valid work permit for Ireland
Why You’ll Love This Role
- A unique hospitality role offering better work-life balance than traditional catering management positions
- A dynamic, engaging, and structured environment within a busy events setting
- Excellent career progression opportunities within a growing organisation
- Ongoing training and development
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Meals on duty and uniform provided
- Bike-to-work and commuter schemes
- Sick pay and referral incentives
If you’re a hospitality professional looking to move into a high-impact, events-focused role with strong structure and progression, apply today or reach out directly to Laura Byrne to discuss further.
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Catering Assistant – Tipperary
We are currently recruiting a dependable, experienced, and self-motivated Catering Assistant to join our team in the Tipperary 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.
Main Duties
- Support food preparation when needed
- Use the till, handle transactions accurately, and provide prompt service
- Assist customers in a friendly, professional, and helpful manner
- Prepare and maintain service areas to a high standard
- Keep all service areas, equipment, and workstations clean, tidy, and in line with hygiene standards
- Adhere to all health, safety, and HACCP procedures throughout each shift
- Work on your own initiative and manage duties effectively to support smooth daily service
What We Are Looking For
- Previous experience in a Catering Assistant role or a similar food service position
- Confident using a till and working in a customer-facing environment
- Barista or coffee-making experience is an advantage
- Able to work independently and use initiative when needed
- Good knowledge of food hygiene and safety practices
(HACCP and Manual Handling certificates are required, but training can be provided)
- Reliable, punctual, and professional in presentation
Why Work with Excel Recruitment
- Weekly wages
- Holiday pay built up over time
- Continued support from a dedicated recruitment consultant
If you are an experienced Catering Assistant looking for flexible daytime work in the Tipperary region, we would love to hear from you.
To apply, please use the link below or contact Conor Meldrum at Excel Recruitment 087 770 3881.
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Are you looking for temporary catering work that fits around your lifestyle? Excel Recruitment is recruiting Catering Assistants to work across multiple client locations the Athlone Area
This role offers flexibility and the chance to work in professional catering settings.
Responsibilities of a Catering Assistant
- Cleaning dishes, pots, and kitchen equipment
- Maintaining cleanliness across food preparation areas
- Assisting kitchen teams with simple food prep tasks
- Replenishing food service stations as needed
- Delivering professional customer service
Requirements of a Catering Assistant
- Manual Handling training (can be provided)
- Food Safety or HACCP certification (training available)
- Catering or hospitality experience is an advantage
- Flexibility and reliability
Why Work with Excel Recruitment?
- Shifts that suit your availability
- Exposure to diverse hospitality settings
- Build practical catering experience
- Support from a friendly recruitment team
- Weekly pay with holiday pay accrued
Apply below with your CV if interested
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Barista
Excel Recruitment is currently recruiting Baristas to join our fantastic team of casual staff for immediate, Monday to Friday work.
We have work in all areas of Dublin, Monday to Friday, daytime hours, weekend work is available as well. The rate of pay is from 14.15 to 16.00 euros per hour depending on the experience. The work will be casual with a lot of flexibility.
As a Barista, you will need to welcome customers and enquire about their coffee needs. You will need to explain all coffee drinks available to customers and answer all questions if they arise and prepare and sell coffee drinks. You will need to help around the kitchen and may need to serve food and drinks. You will need to maintain a safe and healthy work environment, restock shelves and keep the work area clean.
Responsibilities of the Barista
- Grinding and brewing coffee
- Preparing and selling coffee drinks
- Serve and assist customers
- Working with the till
- Assist with general kitchen duties
Requirements for the Barista:
- Previous experience as a Barista
- Good level of spoken English
- Ability to work well in a team and on own initiative
- Excellent time management skills and work ethic
Why work with Excel Recruitment?
- Flexibility around family and study commitments
- Weekly wages
- Daytime hours
- Be part of the great Excel Team
If you are interested in the Barista job, please apply below for the attention of Dileta. Or you can call directly on 086 466 6631
Catering Assistant – Limerick
We are currently recruiting hardworking, reliable Catering Assistants to support busy kitchens and canteens across Limerick on a temporary basis. This role suits someone with previous catering or hospitality experience who can work at pace, follow instructions, and maintain high standards of food hygiene and customer service.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist with basic food preparation (e.g., salads, sandwiches, plating) if necessary
- Serve food and beverages during service times in a friendly, efficient manner
- Maintain cleanliness of kitchen, dining, and service areas (including dishes and pot wash)
- Support stock rotation, deliveries, and replenishment of food and consumables
- Follow HACCP, food safety, allergen, and health & safety procedures at all times
- Work as part of a team to ensure smooth service in a fast-paced environment
Requirements
- Previous experience in catering, kitchens, hospitality, or cleaning roles (preferred)
- Strong understanding of food hygiene and safe working practices
- Ability to follow instructions and work efficiently during busy service periods
- HACCP and Manual Handling certification required (training can be facilitated)
- Good communication and teamwork skills
- Reliable, punctual, and flexible to take on temporary shifts (early mornings and/or weekdays may be required)
Benefits of Working with Excel Recruitment
- Weekly pay
- Holiday pay accrual
- Support from a dedicated recruitment consultant
- Opportunity to gain experience across a variety of catering settings in Limerick
If you’re an experienced Catering Assistant seeking temporary work in Limerick, we’d be delighted to hear from you.
Apply below or contact Conor Meldrum at Excel Recruitment:
087 770 3881
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Café / Restaurant Manager (Healthcare Facility) – Cork
The Role
We’re seeking an experienced Café/Restaurant Manager to lead a busy, customer-facing café/restaurant operation within a healthcare environment. This is a hands-on leadership role for someone who thrives in a high-volume, high-standard setting-delivering warm, professional service while ensuring exceptional food quality, presentation, cleanliness, and compliance.
You’ll be responsible for daily operations, team training and development, service standards, and ensuring a consistently positive experience for patients, visitors, and staff-often during peak periods.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead day-to-day operations of the café/restaurant, ensuring smooth service across breakfast, lunch and peak trading periods
- Deliver exceptional customer service and act as a visible, approachable leader on the floor
- Recruit, train, coach and develop a high-performing team; create a culture of service excellence and accountability
- Drive high-volume service while maintaining standards in food quality, speed, and presentation
- Implement and maintain service SOPs, opening/closing procedures, and operational routines
- Oversee rostering, staffing levels and labour management to meet demand and budgets
- Manage stock control, ordering, deliveries, rotation and waste reduction, ensuring best value and availability
- Ensure full compliance with HACCP / Food Safety, allergen controls, and hygiene standards at all times
- Maintain exceptional cleanliness across front of house, service areas, and customer facilities
- Handle customer feedback professionally, resolving issues quickly and positively
- Work closely with site stakeholders to ensure service supports the needs of a healthcare setting (patient privacy, sensitivity, professionalism)
What We’re Looking For
- Proven experience as a Café Manager / Restaurant Manager / Catering Manager / FOH Manager in a busy, high-volume environment
- Strong track record of customer service leadership-you set the tone for standards and service culture
- Passion for training and developing teams, with the ability to improve performance and consistency
- Comfortable managing fast-paced service, competing priorities, and multiple service periods
- Excellent understanding of food safety, allergen management, and hygiene standards (HACCP knowledge essential)
- Strong operational skills: stock, labour, KPIs, ordering, waste control, and service standards
- Confident communicator with a calm, professional approach-ideal for a healthcare environment
- Organised, solutions-focused, and able to lead by example
Desirable (Nice to Have)
- Experience in healthcare, contract catering, corporate catering, or similar regulated environments
- Food Safety/HACCP certification (or willingness to complete)
- Experience managing café retail / grab-and-go / high footfall operations
What You’ll Get
- A stable, long-term role within a respected, professional environment
- Opportunity to lead and shape service standards and team culture
- Supportive management structure and clear operational expectations
- Competitive salary package (DOE) + benefits (where applicable)
How to Apply
Apply with your CV and a short note outlining your relevant management experience-particularly in high-volume service and team training, or reach out to Laura 087 9004108
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