Apprentice Catering Assistant - Cambridge

Compass Group UK & I - Apprenticeship Program; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading catering service provider in Cambridge is seeking an Apprentice Catering Assistant to join their team. This role offers full training and the opportunity to achieve qualifications in hospitality. Responsibilities include preparing food, handling transactions, and upholding hygiene standards. Candidates should be team players with a passion for food. The position comes with numerous benefits, including discounts and wellness classes.

Benefits

Exclusive travel discounts

Grocery store discounts

Digital GP access

Cinema ticket discounts

Cash rewards for spending

Wellness and exercise classes

Contributory pension scheme

Qualifications

• No prior experience necessary; full training provided.
• Must be aged 18+ due to contractual requirements.

Responsibilities

• Prepare high-quality food that delights clients.
• Create appealing food displays to attract customers.
• Handle transactions efficiently at the cash register.
• Maintain high standards of food handling and hygiene.
• Ensure safety by adhering to health regulations.

Skills

Positive attitude

Customer service

Team player

Time management

Food passion

Job description

Job Title: Apprentice Catering Assistant

Salary: £12.50

Location: Hills road, Cambridge, CB2 0QQ

Reporting to: Unit Manager

Hours/working pattern: 37.5 Hours per week

Contractual Requirements: Candidates must be aged 18+

Are you a team player with a passion for food and people? Do you thrive in a busy environment? If so, then we are looking for someone just like you to help us deliver exceptional service to our customers contracted to 37.5 hours per week across a 7 day operation.

As a Catering Assistant, you'll be part of a dynamic, fast-paced team, contributing to a positive and friendly work environment. The role offers numerous opportunities for growth within a company that values individuality and invests in its employees. Your hard work will be recognised and rewarded, making it an excellent chance to advance in a supportive setting.

You do not need to have any experience to apply for this vacancy as full training will be provided as part of the Apprenticeship!

On completion of the Apprenticeship you will achieve the L2 Hospitality Team Member (Food Production Pathway) and will become a qualified Catering Assistant.

Please note successful candidates must be aged 18+ due to contractual requirements.

Your key responsibilities will include:

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Preparing delicious, high-quality food that delights our clients and customers
• Crafting eye-catching food and counter displays that draw customers in
• Proudly representing our One Retail Brand and and embodying our positive brand image
• Handling transactions with ease and operating the cash register efficiently
• Upholding the highest standards of Food Handling & Hygiene
• Ensuring a safe and healthy work environment by adhering to Health & Safety regulations

Our ideal Catering Assistant will:

• Bring a positive, can-do attitude to everything you do
• Show genuine passion for delivering exceptional customer service
• Excel as a supportive and collaborative team player
• Embrace the excitement of thriving under pressure
• Demonstrate impeccable time management and reliability
• Prioritise safety in every task you undertake
• Previous experience in a similar catering role is a bonus, but your enthusiasm is what truly matters
• Have a passion for food

We ensure you're rewarded for all your hard work, which is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package which includes but is not limited to:

• Exclusive travel discounts with TUI, Expedia, Booking.com and many more
• Save money on your food shop with discounts on Tesco, Sainsbury's, Morrisons and many more
• Quick access for you and your immediate family to a Digital GP, and wider healthcare benefits
• Up to 44% off cinema tickets to enjoy your favourite blockbuster
• Regular emails filled with the best discounts and savings available
• Receive cash rewards every time you spend and use them on a wide range of brands
• Un-wind with us with free wellness, mindfulness and exercise classes
• You can share all discounts and offers with your friends and families
• Contributory pension scheme

Compass Group UK&I wants everyone in our business to feel able to be themselves at work and to have an equal opportunity to progress their career. We want to create a culture where we respect and embrace everyone's talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities. Where our colleagues feel valued, can reach their full potential, and thrive - Diversity is Our Strength!

As part of Compass you'll help to feed people, fuel progress and forge connections in around 6,000 venues. Join us to grow your career with the industry leader, and get competitive pay, great perks and unrivalled opportunities for learning and development, at one of the UK's biggest businesses.

This Apprentice vacancy is based within our One Retail Sector, at One Retail, our dedicated retail services are designed to create inviting spaces that cater to the diverse needs of patients, visitors, and clinicians alike, fostering an environment where individuals can truly rest and recharge.

We welcome everyone, from busy professionals grabbing a quick bite to eat, to patients seeking a break from the hospital environment, to visitors choosing not to cook alone at home. Dedicated to providing diverse food and drink retail solutions to hospitals and healthcare facilities across the UK. Our extensive portfolio features some of the UK's most beloved high-street food and beverage brands.