Apprentice Catering Assistant - Worksop

Compass Group PLC; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading catering company in Nottingham is seeking an Apprentice Catering Assistant to join their passionate team. This part-time role (22 hours/week) offers hands-on training and the opportunity to achieve a Level 2 Food and Beverage Apprenticeship. Candidates should possess a positive attitude, a passion for customer service, and the ability to work in a team. Comprehensive benefits including health plans, a pension scheme, and ongoing training are provided.

Benefits

Financial wellbeing programme

Free annual healthcare check

Discounted health cash plan

Pension scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Recognition awards

Ongoing training and development

Qualifications

• Positive attitude and genuine passion for customer service.
• Ability to thrive under pressure and manage time effectively.
• Commitment to safety and food hygiene standards.

Responsibilities

• Prepare high-quality food that delights clients.
• Craft engaging displays to attract customers.
• Handle transactions and operate the cash register.
• Maintain high standards of food safety and hygiene.
• Adhere to health and safety regulations.

Skills

Customer service

Team collaboration

Time management

Food handling and hygiene

Job description

Overview

As an apprentice Catering Assistant you will be working in a passionate and hard-working team to create an outstanding culinary experience for our customers. In return, you will have the chance to progress your career with a company that invests in its people, celebrates individuality, and rewards and recognises employees who go beyond the plate. 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 Food and Beverage L2 Apprenticeship and become a qualified Catering Assistant.

Responsibilities

• Preparing delicious, high-quality food that delights our clients and customers
• Crafting eye-catching food and counter displays that draw customers in
• Proudly representing DINE 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 Apprentice 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
• Priorities safety in every task you undertake
• Your enthusiasm is what truly matters

We're currently recruiting for an ambitious Apprentice Catering Assistant to help us create exceptional food experiences for Dine on a part-time basis contracted to 22 Hours per week.

This apprentice vacancy is based within our Dine sector. Dine provides tailored food services to 140 clients in the business and industry sector. With over two decades of industry experience, we pride ourselves on offering a personalised approach to our clients, whilst delivering outstanding service. Our passion lies in creating great-tasting menus, promoting sustainability, and proudly working with local suppliers and communities. Our menus feature only locally sourced, seasonal, and sustainable ingredients with a target of reaching Climate Zero by 2030.

Benefits

• Financial wellbeing programme and preferred rates on salary finance products
• Aviva Digicare - Free annual healthcare check
• Medicash - Discounted health cash plan providing cash back on a range of medical treatments including Dental, Optical and Consultant appointments for you and your family
• Pension scheme and Life Assurance
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Holiday purchase scheme
• Sharebuy Scheme
• Recognition awards including Be a Star, peer recognition and Long Service Awards
• Employee networks created and led by employees for employees
• Exclusive Benefits & Wellbeing site (Perks at Work)
• Entertainment, Health &Wellbeing and Travel discounts
• Shopping discounts - Save up to 15% at high street and online stores by purchasing Shopping Cards
• Vodafone discounts
• On-going training & development and career pathways

Compass Group UK&I is committed to fostering an environment where every individual can truly be themselves at work and has equal opportunities to advance in their careers. We strive to build a culture that respects and celebrates the unique talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities of all our team members. We want our colleagues to feel valued, empowered to reach their full potential, and to thrive - because diversity is our strength!