Catering Assistant

2gether Support Solutions Limited; Ashford; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 13,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual Leave

Pension

Onsite childcare

Cycle to work

Employee assistance

Job summary

2gether Support Solutions Limited is seeking a friendly, customer-focused part-time team member to work 20 hours per week across 7 days in the hospital catering setting. You will serve food and drinks, maintain high hygiene standards, and support on-site Costa Coffee pod operations.

The role offers training, a welcoming team, and opportunities to develop skills in hospitality and food service within a healthcare environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in catering, hospitality, or customer service is helpful, but not essential - full training will be provided.
• Barista experience would be beneficial as the role includes supporting Costa Coffee pod operations.
• A positive attitude and ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Serve food and drinks with a smile, ensuring every customer feels welcome.
• Keep food prep and serving areas clean, tidy, and safe.
• Support the kitchen team with basic preparation and equipment care.
• Handle cash and card payments confidently and accurately.
• Follow food safety and hygiene procedures to the highest standards.

Skills

Customer service

Cash handling

Food hygiene

Barista experience

Job description

About the role

2gether Support Solutions is a Facilities and Estates services company providing support to healthcare professionals caring for over 2000 patients daily across multiple East Kent hospital sites. 2gether provides vital services including maintenance, cleaning, catering, procurement, logistics and much more. Are you passionate about great food and friendly service? You'll be at the heart of our hospital catering team, working in our busy Costa Pod, canteen and kitchens to deliver excellent customer service, maintain the highest hygiene standards, and help create a welcoming environment for everyone who walks through our doors. This is a permanent, part time position working 20 hours per week across 7 days.

What you’ll be doing

• Serving food and drinks with a smile, ensuring every customer feels welcome
• Keeping food preparation and serving areas clean, tidy, and safe
• Supporting the kitchen team with basic food preparation and equipment care
• Handling cash and card payments confidently and accurately
• Following food safety and hygiene procedures to the highest standards

What we’re looking for

• A positive attitude and a commitment to great customer service
• Previous experience in catering, hospitality, or customer service is helpful, but not essential - full training will be provided
• Barista experience would be beneficial, as the role includes supporting the operation of the on-site Costa Coffee pod.
• A team player who takes pride in their work and enjoys a fast-paced environment
• Clear communication is key - you'll be confident engaging with customers, colleagues, and hospital staff
• A proficient level of reading, verbal, and written English is required for this role to ensure effective communication and job performance.

Why work with us?

• Generous Annual Leave: 26 Days + Bank Holidays with the opportunity to buy or sell leave.
• Company Pension
• Onsite Childcare Facilities
• Cycle to Work Scheme:Employee Assistance Programme
• Discounts on travel, accommodation, airport parking, holidays, skiing, and travel extras.
• Access to Blue Light Card
• Access to our employee benefits platform
• Subsidised bus pass.
• Savings on health and beauty, gifts, toys, fashion, and entertainment.
• Training and development opportunities, including BICS and functional skills training.
• Bringing a valid form of photo identification is required for your interview. Unfortunately, we will be unable to proceed if you do not provide an acceptable form of ID

Social values are at the core of 2gether Support Solutions.

We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce that truly represents our local communities.

We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, abilities, and experiences.

As a Disability Confident employer, we actively encourage and support candidates with disabilities throughout the recruitment process and beyond, ensuring equal opportunities for all.