Catering Assistant

Catering Assistant carries out the 6 listed tasks that mirror realistic work scenarios and deliverable outputs. The templates include priorities, timing and how to coordinate with colleagues. Each one shows where we found it, and comes with an AI prompt you can copy and use straight away.

6evidenced tasks
6ready prompts
1tools of the trade
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How we know this

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The work, task by task

These are the real jobs-to-be-done, not a wish list. Each task shows where we found it, and the prompt underneath is written for that exact task.

Clean kitchen surfaces, appliances, and utensils

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Clean all food-contact surfaces, ovens, fryers, prep counters and utensils now, using hot water and approved…
Clean all food-contact surfaces, ovens, fryers, prep counters and utensils now, using hot water and approved detergent, check grease traps and vents, dry and sanitize, log completion on the daily hygiene sheet and tell Chef when done.
The tools that do the workWorkstreamweb

Assist in food preparation, washing, peeling, and chopping ingredients

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Assist with breakfast service prep: peel and wash potatoes and carrots, chop onions and peppers to recipe…
Assist with breakfast service prep: peel and wash potatoes and carrots, chop onions and peppers to recipe sizes, keep trimmed produce in labelled bins, discard peel waste in compost and confirm quantities with the cook before service.
The tools that do the workWorkstreamweb

Organize and store supplies and ingredients

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Organise the dry store and fridge: rotate stock using first-in first-out, check expiry dates, group…
Organise the dry store and fridge: rotate stock using first-in first-out, check expiry dates, group ingredients by use and label shelves, move surplus to overflow and tell the supervisor if anything is low or damaged.
The tools that do the workWorkstreamweb

Help set up and break down catering event areas

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Help set up the banquet area: unload tables, lay clean linens and placeware by seating plan, set up service…
Help set up the banquet area: unload tables, lay clean linens and placeware by seating plan, set up service stations and heat-holding units, note any missing items, then break down and stack everything safely after the event.
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Restock dishes, buffet stations, and supplies during events

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Keep buffet replenished during the lunch rush: monitor pot and tray levels, swap plates and serving spoons as…
Keep buffet replenished during the lunch rush: monitor pot and tray levels, swap plates and serving spoons as needed, top up chafing fuel and napkins, report low items to the runner and tidy spills immediately.
The tools that do the workWorkstreamweb

Handle deliveries and unpack supplies

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Receive incoming delivery, check items against the delivery note, inspect packaging and temperatures, unpack…
Receive incoming delivery, check items against the delivery note, inspect packaging and temperatures, unpack and label goods, put perishables in the correct chillers and tell Purchasing about any shortages or damage.
The tools that do the workWorkstreamweb

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