Job Title: Catering Assistant
Location: The Silken Thomas, Kildare Town
Job Type: Full-time / Part-time
About the Role
The Silken Thomas is currently recruiting a Catering Assistant to join our busy and professional kitchen team. This role is ideal for someone who is reliable, hardworking, and enjoys working as part of a team in a fast-paced hospitality environment.
Key Responsibilities
· Assisting chefs with basic food preparation
· Prepping and serving Starters, Sandwiches, Salads & Desserts
· Maintaining cleanliness and hygiene standards in the kitchen
· Ensuring food preparation and storage areas are kept clean and organised
· Assisting with deliveries and stock rotation
· Following all HACCP, health & safety, and food hygiene procedures
· Supporting the kitchen team during service periods
· Carrying out any other duties as required by the Head Chef or Kitchen Management
Candidate Requirements
· Previous kitchen experience is desirable but not essential
· A positive attitude and willingness to learn
· Ability to work well under pressure in a team environment
· Strong attention to cleanliness and hygiene
· Flexibility to work weekdays, evenings, and weekends
· Good communication skills
· Reliable and punctual
· Permitted to work in Ireland
· Reliable mode of transport to work
What We Offer
· Competitive rates of pay
· Flexible working hours
· A supportive and friendly team environment
· Opportunities for progression within the business
· Staff meals while on duty
If you are motivated, dependable, and keen to be part of a well-established hospitality business, we would love to hear from you.
How to Apply
Apply through Indeed with your CV or contact us directly for more information.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: €14.16-€15.00 per hour
Expected hours: 19 – 39 per week
Benefits:
* Bike to work scheme
* Employee discount
* Food allowance
* On-site parking
* Sick pay
Application question(s):
* When would you be available to start?
Experience:
* Catering: 1 year (required)
Work authorisation:
* Ireland (required)
Location:
* Kildare (required)
Work Location: In person