Casual Catering Assistant

Elior Uk; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free, tasty meals

Flexible working

28 days of holiday, 31 after 2 years

Leave for important moments

Paid volunteering days

Room to grow

Wellbeing support

Pension schemes

Exclusive discounts

Job summary

Elior UK is seeking a Casual Catering Assistant to support frontline service across workplaces in the UK. You’ll contribute to smooth service with a friendly approach and help ensure food quality and guest satisfaction.

In this role you’ll maintain cleanliness, stay informed about menus, and follow safety and hygiene standards while supporting a welcoming, flexible workplace environment.

Qualifications

• Front-line customer service experience preferred.
• Ability to provide warm, friendly service to colleagues.
• Willingness to learn menus and food offerings.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the kitchen and service area are clean, presentable and well-stocked.
• Keep up to date with menus and offerings.
• Offer a warm and friendly service to customers.
• Ensure COSHH, Food Safety, and Health & Safety policies are followed.

Skills

Front line focus

Customer service

Team player

Catering experience

Job description

Elior at work - Workdays Made Better with Great Food

A great workday starts with great food, and we know food at work should be more than just a sandwich at your desk. That's why we bring exciting, fresh, and flexible catering to workplaces across the UK. Whether it's a quick grab-and-go snack or a hearty lunch, with tech-powered ordering and diverse menus, we keep teams happy, energised, and ready to take on the day.

What you'll be doing...

As a Casual Catering Assistant, you will have plenty of responsibilities and opportunities to grow in your role, becoming a critical member of our team.

• Ensure the kitchen and service area are always clean, well-presented, and well-stocked
• Keep up to date with menus and what food is on offer
• Offer a warm and friendly service
• Ensure COSHH, Food Safety, and Health & Safety are followed

Working Pattern:

As And When Required

Job ID: 7522

What can you bring?

• Focused on the front line
• Genuine interest in customer service excellence
• Team player
• Catering and Barista experience desirable but not essential

Brilliant Work Deserves Brilliant Perks!

• Free, tasty meals - Enjoy tasty, nutritious food on us while you work!
• Flexible working - including part time roles, because life doesn't run on a 9-5 schedule.
• Plenty of Time to Unwind - 28 days of holiday, and after two years, enjoy even more with 31 days.
• Leave for life's important moments - whether family, personal or unexpected.
• Give back time - paid volunteering days for the causes you care about.
• Room to grow - career development and learning opportunities for all stages of your career.
• Wellbeing first - mental health support and wellbeing perks.
• Financial security - pension schemes and life assurance.
• Exclusive discounts - save on entertainment, leisure, and even travel!

Why You'll Love Working Here

We're a people-first business with over 10,000 colleagues across the UK, serving everything from stadiums to hospitals, schools to workplaces. Our mission? To enrich lives everywhere, every day.

And here's the best part - 87% of our team say they're proud to work here!

Why? Because we create a place where you're listened to, trusted, supported, and valued.

Not sure you match every single requirement? Apply anyway!

Research shows that many people - especially women and those from underrepresented backgrounds - hold back unless they meet 100% of the criteria. But we hire for potential, not just experience. If you're passionate and ready to grow, we want to hear from you!

We Celebrate You!

At Elior, diversity and inclusion aren't just policies, they're who we are. We know that different perspectives make us stronger, and we're dedicated to creating an environment where everyone feels seen, heard, and empowered to succeed.

Need any support or adjustments during the application process? Just let us know - we're happy to help!