Catering Assistant

BaxterStorey; Babraham; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Baxterstorey is seeking an enthusiastic Catering Assistant in Babraham, Cambridge, to help deliver excellent food service and maintain top hygiene standards. You will work with a friendly team in a flexible, inclusive environment that supports growth and development.

Responsibilities include food prep, spotless kitchen areas, allergen compliance, and delivering great service to customers. The role requires Food Hygiene Level 2 and reliability, with opportunities to grow within the company.

Qualifications

• Customer-facing role with a focus on service quality.
• Knowledge of food safety and allergen handling (training provided).
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing high-quality food following recipes and portions.
• Maintain cleanliness and organisation of kitchen and service areas per health standards.
• Deliver friendly, hygienic service to all customers.
• Follow food safety, allergen protocols, and health regulations.
• Collaborate with team to ensure smooth kitchen operations and timely meals.
• Represent the organisation professionally and uphold brand image.
• Assist with setup and breakdown of service areas as needed.

Skills

Customer service

Food safety

Allergen awareness

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Communication

Reliability

Job description

We're looking for an enthusiastic and detail-oriented Catering Assistant to join our dynamic team in Babraham, Cambridge. In this role, you'll play a vital part in delivering exceptional food service and maintaining the highest standards of cleanliness and food safety. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is passionate about customer service, collaborative by nature, and committed to supporting a well-organised kitchen environment. You'll work alongside experienced team members in a flexible, inclusive setting where your contributions are valued and your growth is supported.

• Assist in the preparation of high-quality food and snacks, following established recipes and portion guidelines
• Maintain meticulous cleanliness and organisation of kitchen, counter, and service areas in compliance with health and safety standards
• Support food service operations by efficiently delivering friendly and hygienic service to all customers
• Comply with all food safety procedures, allergen protocols, and health and safety regulations
• Collaborate with team members to ensure smooth kitchen operations and timely meal preparation
• Represent our organisation professionally and maintain a positive brand image at all times
• Assist with setup and breakdown of service areas as needed
• Support the team in achieving operational goals while maintaining flexibility in daily tasks

Qualifications

• Demonstrated excellent customer service skills and a customer-focused mindset
• Knowledge of allergen awareness and food safety standards (training will be provided)
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced kitchen environment
• Physical stamina and capability to stand for extended periods
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
• Reliability, punctuality, and a collaborative approach to work
• Willingness to follow instructions and adapt to changing priorities
• Preferred: Previous experience in food preparation or kitchen operations
• Preferred: Experience in a catering or food service setting
• Preferred: Barista Trained
• Preferred: Some Lone Working may be required

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

Catering Assistant

Company: Baxterstorey Salary: £13.45 to £13.45 an hour Hours: Full-time Location: Babraham, CB22 3AT Job type: Permanent Posting date: 12 Nov 2026 Closing date: 12 Dec 2026

Summary

Job Description

We're looking for an enthusiastic and detail-oriented Catering Assistant to join our dynamic team in Babraham, Cambridge. In this role, you’ll play a vital part in delivering exceptional food service and maintaining the highest standards of cleanliness and food safety. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is passionate about customer service, collaborative by nature, and committed to supporting a well-organised kitchen environment. You’ll work alongside experienced team members in a flexible, inclusive setting where your contributions are valued and your growth is supported.

• Assist in the preparation of high-quality food and snacks, following established recipes and portion guidelines
• Maintain meticulous cleanliness and organisation of kitchen, counter, and service areas in compliance with health and safety standards
• Support food service operations by efficiently delivering friendly and hygienic service to all customers
• Comply with all food safety procedures, allergen protocols, and health and safety regulations
• Collaborate with team members to ensure smooth kitchen operations and timely meal preparation
• Represent our organisation professionally and maintain a positive brand image at all times
• Assist with setup and breakdown of service areas as needed
• Support the team in achieving operational goals while maintaining flexibility in daily tasks

Qualifications

• Food Hygiene Level 2 certification (required)
• Demonstrated excellent customer service skills and a customer-focused mindset
• Knowledge of allergen awareness and food safety standards (training will be provided)
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced kitchen environment
• Physical stamina and capability to stand for extended periods
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
• Reliability, punctuality, and a collaborative approach to work
• Willingness to follow instructions and adapt to changing priorities
• Preferred: Previous experience in food preparation or kitchen operations
• Preferred: Experience in a catering or food service setting
• Preferred: Barista Trained
• Preferred: Some Lone Working may be required

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

About Disability Confident Disability Confident is a government scheme. It encourages employers to recruit and retain disabled people and those with long term health conditions.

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