Canteen Assistant

NorbrookNewry, DownPermanent
Job Overview

The successful candidate will report to the Canteen Manager and will provide a high quality level of Customer Service and hygiene across our 3 sites in Newry.

Main Activities/Tasks
  • Managing and replenishing stock as required;
  • Ensuring that the Canteen seating area and kitchen are cleaned to a high standard;
  • Carrying out till duties on a daily basis;
  • Serving food to customers;
  • Washing and circulating dishes – plates, cutlery, pots and pans;
  • Maintaining a high level of customer service at all times;
  • Assisting with food preparation when required;
  • Responsible for closing the Canteen in the evenings.

Essential Criteria:
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with all customers;
  • A proven ability to provide a high level of Customer Service;
  • A proven ability to work as part of a busy team;
  • Ability to travel and work at private functions outside of standard working hours from time to time.

Desirable Criteria:
  • Hold a current food hygiene certificate
  • Previous experience of working in a busy Canteen environment

Duration: Permanent
Location: Newry

Additional Information:
  • Applicants should be able to provide proof that they have a right to work in the UK at the time of their application. Applicants who are unable to provide this proof will not be considered.
  • We regret that applications received after the closing date and time will not be accepted.
  • We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of a Visa at this time.

Benefits:
  • Free life assurance
  • Pension salary sacrifice scheme with 5% employer contribution
  • Healthcare cash plan
  • 32 days annual leave (increasing with length of service)
  • Wedding leave
  • Enhanced Maternity / Paternity Pay
  • Company Sick Pay
  • Subsidised Canteen Facilities
  • FREE On-site parking
  • E-Car charging facilities on site
  • Cycle to Work Scheme
  • Tech Purchase Scheme
  • Free Will-Writing Service
  • Employee perks/discounts scheme
  • Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
  • Employee well-being initiatives
  • Employee recognition scheme
  • Career development opportunities

Contact: recruitment@norbrook.co.uk

The closing date for applications is Monday the 23rd of March 2026

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