Catering Assistant jobs in Dunboyne, County Meath

Canteen Assistant / Cook

Toyota Ireland is seeking to appoint a Canteen Assistant/Cook to support the delivery of a high-quality canteen service. Hours Monday to Friday, 9:15 am to 2:15 pm.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare and serve a varied daily lunch offering, including both hot and cold dishes, while ensuring efficient stock usage and minimising food waste.
• Maintain exceptionally high standards of cleanliness and hygiene throughout the canteen, storage areas, coffee area, kitchen and all food preparation areas at all times.
• Plan menus that promote healthy, nutritious and balanced meal options.
• Minimise the use of processed foods wherever possible and prioritise fresh ingredients in daily meal preparation.
• Maintain the canteen in accordance with agreed standards and all HACCP requirements.
• Ensure full compliance with all relevant food hygiene legislation and internal procedures.
• Complete and maintain all required food safety and hygiene documentation and file records appropriately within the canteen HACCP system.
• Place orders with approved suppliers and monitor stock levels to support uninterrupted service delivery.
• Prepare meals efficiently for high daily volumes of approximately 100 people.
• Manage canteen operations within the allocated budget at all times.
• Provide catering support for small meetings and internal events as required.
• Maintain adequate supplies in kitchenettes and complete weekly stock checks.
• Participate in relevant training and development activities as required.

Skills

• A minimum of 3-5 years’ experience in a similar role within a canteen, restaurant or hotel environment, ideally serving approximately 75-100 people daily.
• Level 2 HACCP certification is essential.
• A sound knowledge of food, nutrition and balanced meal preparation.
• Demonstrated experience in menu planning and portion control.
• Good working knowledge of kitchen equipment, appliances and safe operating procedures.
• Strong understanding of food preparation techniques, knife skills, cooking methods, and health, safety and sanitation standards.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Friendly, outgoing and professional.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks effectively.
• A consistent commitment to maintaining exceptionally high standards of cleanliness and presentation.
• A collaborative approach and the ability to work effectively as part of a wider team.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with bonus.
• 26 days holidays with the option to purchase additional holiday days.
• Defined contribution Pension Scheme available to join.
• PCP Staff Vehicle Purchase Scheme.
• Free lunch provided.
• Learning and development opportunities.
• Onsite Gym with classes.
• Sports and Social Club.
• Employee Assistance Programme.

Toyota Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer

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Pay: €17.00-€17.50 per hour

Expected hours: 25.0 per week

Benefits:

• Additional leave
• Company events
• Company pension
• Employee assistance program
• Food allowance
• On-site gym
• On-site parking
• Sick pay
• Wellness program

Experience:

• Cooking: 5 years (preferred)

Work Location: In person