Further Information

• Caterer - from: GradIreland
• Caterer - from: N.C.S. [UK]

This occupation is typically suited for people with the following Career Interests:

Administrative

Administrative people are interested in work that offers security and a sense of being part of a larger process. They may be at their most productive under supervisors who give clear guidelines and while performing routine tasks in a methodical and reliable way.

They tend to enjoy clerical and most forms of office work, where they perform essential administrative duties. They often form the backbone of large and small organisations alike. They may enjoy being in charge of office filing systems, and using computers and other office equipment to keep things running smoothly. They usually like routine work hours and prefer comfortable indoor workplaces.

Naturalist

Not surprisingly, some aspect of the natural sciences will run through the Naturalist's interests - from ecological awareness to nutrition and health. People with an interest in horticulture, land usage and farming (including fish) are Naturalists.

Some Naturalists focus on animals rather than plants, and may enjoy working with, training, caring for, or simply herding them. Other Naturalists will prefer working with the end result of nature's produce - the food produced from plants and animals. Naturalists like solving problems with solutions that show some sensitivity to the environmental impact of what they do. They like to see practical results and prefer action to talking and discussing.

Enterprising

Enterprising people like situations that involve using resources for personal or corporate economic gain. Such people may have an opportunistic frame of mind, and are drawn to commerce, trade and making deals. Some pursue sales and marketing occupations. Many will eventually end up owning their own business, or in management roles in larger organisations. They tend to be very goal-oriented and work best when focused on a target. Some have an entrepreneurial inclination.

Pathways into catering generally start with entry level employment with catering companies or restaurants. Some caterers may be self-employed, while others will work for a larger company.

Employer requirements can vary based on roles advertised. 

Most employers require any staff handling, storing or serving food to have HACCP/Food safety training completed. HACCP stands for Hazard Analysis & Critical Control Point, and refers to procedures you must put in place to ensure the food you produce and serve is safe to consume. HACCP training is generally part of any chef training, but can also be accessed through some employers or other training providers.

Some employers provide health & safety or first aid training to new employees, but some employers require that you have completed such training prior to employment. Health & safety and first aid courses are often provided in local Training Centres or through ETBs.

Last Updated: April, 2021

Salary Range (thousands per year)* €18k - €60k

Catering Manager: 35 - 45 Head Chef: 38 - 60 Sous Chef: 35 - 40 Chef de Partie: 28 - 32 Catering Assistant 9.80 - 11 per hour Waiting Staff 10 - 12 per hour

Data Source(s):
Excel Recruitment Hotel and Catering Salary Survey 2019

Last Updated: April, 2021

* The lower figures typically reflect starting salaries. Higher salaries are awarded to those with greater experience and responsibility. Positions in Dublin sometimes command higher salaries.

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