Catering Assistant

Excel Recruitment offers our Catering Assistant the chance to work with an amazing team, a competitive salary, paid vacation time, and a great deal of flexibility. You will have the chance to work in reputable locations and catering sites while gaining substantial experience in a range of professional settings by working for our customers.

Requirements of the Catering Assistant:

  • keeping one’s appearance tidy and professional at all times.
  • Although not necessary, previous employment in the hospitality sector is preferred.
  • Manual handling and HACCP the ability to function well under pressure in a hectic setting (training can be provided by Excel)

Responsibilities of the Catering Assistant:

  • Counters with hot food are stocked and kept in top condition.
  • aiding the chef with any necessary meal preparation or serving ensuring that the dining area is routinely cleaned and organised
  • Flexibility and teamwork abilities

Benefits:

  • flexible hours and days of employment
  • The hourly rate is between 13.50 – 14.50
  • holiday pay accrued meals provided while working

If you are interested in this position and feel that you fulfil the requirements in terms of experience and/or skills, please apply below or give Zara a call at 087-132-1875

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Catering Assistant

Excel Recruitment is looking for experienced Catering Assistant for a busy kitchen in Clonmel, County Tipperary.

To support the catering / kitchen team in the preparation, service, delivery and cleanup of meals and food service, ensuring high standards of food hygiene, presentation, and customer care.

Food Preparation & Service

    • Assist in the preparation of ingredients (washing, peeling, chopping, portioning) and basic cooking tasks.

    • Assemble and plate food items as required.

    • Serve meals and beverages to customers, staff or clients (buffets, cafeterias, function events).

    • Refill food items, maintain buffet stations, assist with setup/tear-down.

    • Ensure correct dietary needs are met (allergies, special diets)

    • Cleaning & Maintenance

    • Wash dishes, cutlery, pots, pans, trays, kitchen utensils, etc.

    • Clean kitchen equipment, service areas, work surfaces, floors, storage areas.

    • Maintain cleanliness and sanitation to required food hygiene standards (e.g. HACCP, local health regulations).

  1. Setup / Breakdown & Logistics

    • Assist in set up of dining / service areas (tables, chairs, trolleys, trays).

    • Pack up and clean after service or events, break down stations.

    • Load/unload catering equipment and supplies.

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Catering Assistant- Casual shifts

Catering Assistants – Londonderry/Derry

Excel Recruitment is currently looking for energetic, hard-working Catering Assistants to work in the Derry/Londonderry area for our various clients & their businesses. You will be joining our expanding team of temporary staff, working within a great team and with a great work life balance of daytime shifts Monday to Friday.

Catering Assistants Requirements:

  • Strong customer service & communications skills
  • Ability to multi task
  • Patience & friendly attitude to guests & colleagues
  • Knowledge of proper food safety & hygiene guidelines
  • Ability to communicate well with other members of the team

Catering Assistants Responsibilities

  • To greet all guests and colleagues in a polite manner
  • Serve food, drinks , restock , clear down and prepare for the next shift
  • Handle payments & any other transactions
  • To follow manager instructions during the shift as required
  • Help the Chef or Cook with any additional duties required

Catering Assistants Assistant Benefits

  • Weekly pay
  • Flexible shifts
  • Opportunity to start a career in food service

If you are interested in this Kitchen Porter position or any other job on the Excel Recruitment website, contact Damien and apply

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Catering Assistant

Excel Recruitment is looking for Kitchen Support workers for our Clients in the Limerick city and county area.

This role is to support the smooth operation of the kitchen by maintaining high standards of cleanliness, assisting in basic food preparation, and ensuring all hygiene and safety regulations are followed.


Key Responsibilities:

  • Assist with basic food preparation (e.g. peeling, chopping, plating, portioning).

  • Wash dishes, pots, pans, and utensils promptly and thoroughly.

  • Maintain cleanliness of all kitchen areas, floors, equipment, and work surfaces.

  • Restock food and service stations during busy periods.

  • Assist chefs and catering staff as needed during meal service.

  • Follow HACCP and food safety procedures at all times.

  • Dispose of waste safely and ensure recycling procedures are followed.

  • Report any maintenance or safety issues to the supervisor immediately.

  • Support the kitchen team in setup and close-down tasks as required.


Requirements / Qualifications:

  • Previous kitchen or catering experience desirable but not essential.

  • Manual Handling Certificate (required – training can often be provided).

  • HACCP/Food Safety Level 1 or 2 certification (advantageous).

  • Good understanding of cleaning standards and hygiene practices.

  • Ability to work as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.

  • Reliability, good timekeeping, and attention to detail.

  • Availability to work flexible hours, including weekends or split shifts.


Core Skills & Competencies:

  • Teamwork & communication

  • Hygiene awareness & attention to detail

  • Time management

  • Initiative & adaptability

  • Physical stamina and ability to stand for long periods


Hours & Pay:

  • Hours: Variable, typically 20-40 per week depending on site and season

  • Shifts: May include mornings, evenings, and weekends

  • Pay Rate: €13.00-€17.50 per hour (depending on experience, site, and agency)


Typical Work Environments:

  • Hospitals or care facilities

  • School and university canteens

  • Hotels or restaurants

  • Industrial or staff canteens

  • Event catering venues

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Healthcare Catering Assistant

Excel Recruitment is actively looking for a dedicated and compassionate Catering Assistant with experience supporting patient care in healthcare setting in Mallow, Co.Cork.

Skilled in meal preparation, dietary compliance, and maintaining high standards of hygiene and food safety. Committed to delivering nutritious, well-presented meals that enhance patient wellbeing and recovery.

A reliable team player with strong attention to detail and a caring approach to every aspect of service within a hospital environment.


🧾 Role Purpose

To assist in the preparation, service, and delivery of meals to patients, staff, and visitors while maintaining high standards of hygiene, safety, and patient care.


⚙️ Key Responsibilities

  • Patient Meal Service

    • Prepare and deliver patient meals according to dietary requirements and hospital standards.

    • Ensure correct portioning, temperature control, and presentation.

    • Communicate with nursing staff to verify patient dietary needs (e.g., allergies, diabetic meals, texture-modified diets).

  • Food Preparation & Cleaning

    • Assist in basic food preparation (e.g., sandwiches, salads, beverages).

    • Wash dishes, clean kitchen equipment, and maintain hygienic food storage.

    • Follow HACCP (Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points) procedures.

  • Team Support

    • Work closely with catering supervisors, chefs, and nursing teams.

    • Support smooth mealtime operations and respond promptly to patient requests.

  • Health & Safety

    • Adhere to infection control policies and food safety regulations.

    • Wear appropriate PPE and maintain personal hygiene standards.


💡 Skills & Qualities

  • Compassion and respect for patients.

  • Attention to detail and food hygiene.

  • Teamwork and communication skills.

  • Flexibility with shifts (including weekends/holidays).

  • Ability to work efficiently in a busy healthcare environment.


🎓 Qualifications (Typically Required)

  • Basic Food Hygiene Certificate or HACCP training.

  • Previous experience in a hospital, nursing home, or catering environment is an advantage.

  • Manual Handling and Infection Control training (may be provided on the job).

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Catering Assistant

Excel Recruitment is looking for experienced kitchen staff for a busy kitchen in Abbeyfeale, Co.Limerick

To support the catering / kitchen team in the preparation, service, delivery and cleanup of meals and food service, ensuring high standards of food hygiene, presentation, and customer care.

Food Preparation & Service

    • Assist in the preparation of ingredients (washing, peeling, chopping, portioning) and basic cooking tasks.

    • Assemble and plate food items as required.

    • Serve meals and beverages to customers, staff or clients (buffets, cafeterias, function events).

    • Refill food items, maintain buffet stations, assist with setup/tear-down.

    • Ensure correct dietary needs are met (allergies, special diets).

    • Cleaning & Maintenance

    • Wash dishes, cutlery, pots, pans, trays, kitchen utensils, etc.

    • Clean kitchen equipment, service areas, work surfaces, floors, storage areas.

    • Maintain cleanliness and sanitation to required food hygiene standards (e.g. HACCP, local health regulations).

  1. Setup / Breakdown & Logistics

    • Assist in set up of dining / service areas (tables, chairs, trolleys, trays).

    • Pack up and clean after service or events, break down stations.

    • Load/unload catering equipment and supplies.

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Fresh Food Assistant

Fresh Food Assistant – Cork

Excel Recruitment is seeking a Fresh Food Assistant to join our client’s busy store in Cork. This is an exciting opportunity for a food enthusiast to work in a fast-paced retail environment, focusing on delivering high-quality fresh food products and exceptional customer service. This position offers not only the opportunity for professional growth but also a very attractive salary.

Salary: €14.50 – €16.50 ph

Full Time: 40hr week

Responsibilities:

  • Food preparation and replenishment of food displays
  • Ensuring all HACCP and food safety standards are met, and that all documentation is up to date
  • Dealing with customer queries to the highest possible standards
  • Bringing forth new ideas to increase sales and standards within the department
  • Ability to work in a team and have vast knowledge of promotions and specials
  • Stock management and waste control

Requirements:

  • Previous deli/fresh food/catering experience
  • Genuine passion for customer service
  • HAACP certification – training provided
  • Ability to work as part of a team in a fast-paced environment

If you are interested in this Fresh Food Assistant job opportunity in Cork, then please apply to Lee Dunne via the link below. All applications will be handled with the strictest confidence.

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Catering Assistant, Wexford

Catering Assistant, Wexford

Excel Recruitment is currently recruiting Catering Assistants and Kitchen Staff to join our fantastic team of casual staff for immediate work.

We are looking for Catering staff to work on a casual basis in Wexford. The job will 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, 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 job will have catering experience along with the ability to work both as part of a team and on 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 patients/customers
  • 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 for the Catering Assistant job:

  • 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

Why work with Excel Recruitment?

  • Flexibility around family and study commitments
  • Weekly wages
  • Good rates of pay
  • Be part of the great Excel Team

If you are thinking about gaining more experience in the 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 you can call directly on 086 466 6631.

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Relief Catering Assistant – Galway

Excel Recruitment is currently recruiting an enthusiastic and dependable Catering Assistant to join our temp team for a variety of shifts in and around Galway City.

With shifts available between 07:00 and 17:00, this is a fantastic opportunity to gain experience across a wide range of catering environments, including hotels, restaurants, healthcare facilities, factories and corporate settings. Ideal for candidates seeking to broaden their skills or enjoy adaptable working patterns.

Responsibilities of a Catering Assistant

  • Assist with basic food preparation while maintaining food hygiene and safety standards
  • Serve meals and beverages in a professional and friendly manner
  • Keep kitchen, dining and service areas clean and orderly
  • Replenish food stations and ensure serving areas are well-stocked
  • Support chefs and kitchen teams with day-to-day tasks
  • Engage positively with customers and handle basic queries
  • Operate as part of a fast-paced, collaborative team

Requirements of a Catering Assistant

  • Previous experience in a catering, food service or hospitality
  • Food Safety and Manual Handling certificates (training can be provided)
  • A team player with a strong work ethic and willingness to learn
  • Effective communication and time management skills
  • Barista experience is a bonus
  • Access to reliable transport (own or public)

Benefits

  • Competitive pay rate
  • Weekly pay and accrued holiday pay
  • Adaptable scheduling to fit your lifestyle
  • Opportunity to gain experience in different catering settings
  • Potential for ongoing or long-term placements

If you are interested in flexible, rewarding work in catering, please apply below with your CV.

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Catering Assistant – Clare

Excel Recruitment is currently seeking a reliable and enthusiastic Catering Assistant to join our temporary team, working across various locations in County Clare, with frequent shifts available in Shannon, Ennis and Tulla.

With shift times ranging between 06:00 and 18:00, this is a great opportunity to gain experience in diverse catering environments,

Responsibilities of a Catering Assistant

  • Assist with basic food preparation, ensuring hygiene and safety guidelines are followed at all times
  • Serve food and drinks with professionalism and a friendly attitude
  • Maintain cleanliness in kitchens, dining rooms and serving areas
  • Restock serving stations and ensure all areas are well-supplied
  • Provide general support to chefs and kitchen teams
  • Interact with customers in a positive manner and respond to basic questions
  • Work effectively as part of a busy, supportive team

Requirements of a Catering Assistant

  • Previous experience in catering, hospitality or food service is an advantage
  • Valid Food Safety and Manual Handling certificates (training can be provided)
  • Strong teamwork skills and a positive, flexible attitude
  • Good timekeeping and communication skills
  • Barista skills are a plus, though not essential.
  • Must have reliable transport options (either personal or public)

Benefits

  • Competitive pay rate
  • Weekly pay, with accrued holiday pay
  • Flexible scheduling to suit your lifestyle
  • Exposure to a variety of catering environments
  • Possibility of ongoing or extended assignments

If you’re looking for flexible, rewarding work in the catering industry, please apply below with your CV.

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