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Catering Assistant

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    City of Dublin YMCA
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    Ref: #CES-2464881
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    YMCA CRECHE, Community Hub, 53 Aungier Street, Dublin 2, D02 CH96
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    No of positions: 1
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    Community Employment Programme
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    19.5 hours per week
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    Community Employment Programme Rates
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    Published On: 19 Aug 2026
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    Closing On: 30 Sep 2026

Eligibility to participate on CE is generally linked to those who are 21 years or over and in receipt of a qualifying social welfare payment for 1 year or more or 18 years and over for certain disadvantaged groups. Your eligibility will have to be verified by the Department.

To register your interest you can contact an Employment Personal Advisor (EPA) in your local Intreo Centre.

Applicants should supply suitable character references and be prepared to complete a Garda vetting application form.



Duties

This is a developmental opportunity, no experience necessary. Accredited training will be provided to support your career. 

The catering assistant will support the kitchen management team in providing snacks and meals for YMCA Dublin Childcare. The childcare facility hosts upwards of 150 children daily and it is the role of the kitchen to ensure the provision of healthy food daily. 
The catering assistant will be responsible for prepping food and cleaning. 

Key Responsibilities:
To work in the kitchen to provide a variety of healthy meals.
To work alongside the catering staff and under the catering manager. 
To prepare, cook and serve meals for children.
To help prepare snacks and lunchtime meals for staff.
To prepare food for executive committee meetings. 
Shop for groceries.
Place telephone orders where necessary.
Stock take.
Budget for groceries.
Washing and cleaning of floors, skirting, counter tops and all kitchen surfaces and cupboards to maintain hygiene and cleanliness. 

The YMCA as your employer is committed to implement and review control measures. You will be required to undertake training and retraining where necessary, as outlined by the YMCA. 

Employment Details:
Hours: 19.5 hours per week (part-time)
Schedule: Monday - Thursday: 1.30pm - 5.30pm, Friday: 2pm - 5.30pm
Location: Aungier St, Dublin 2
Support: Laptop provided, regular supervision, access to training
Eligibility: Applicants must be eligible for Community Employment under DSP criteria

Personal and Professional Attributes:
Ability to work with a team
Ability to work on your own initiative. 
Good time management skills
The successful candidate will have a good understanding of the group work process and will also be able to work with individuals in setting personal goals/developing a personal learning profile.
Compensation and Benefits
Gym membership
Reduced childcare
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