Catering Assistant

Chartwells; Bedford; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading catering company in Bedford is seeking a Catering Assistant to join their dynamic team. The role involves preparing high-quality food and ensuring exceptional customer service in a fast-paced environment. Ideal candidates will have a positive attitude, team spirit, and a passion for food safety. This position offers opportunities for career advancement and recognition for hard work.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Opportunities for growth

Learning and development

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a similar catering role is a bonus, but enthusiasm matters.

Responsibilities

• Preparing delicious, high-quality food.
• Crafting eye-catching food and counter displays.
• Handling transactions with ease.
• Upholding the highest standards of Food Handling & Hygiene.
• Ensuring a safe work environment.

Skills

Positive can-do attitude

Exceptional customer service

Team player

Ability to thrive under pressure

Impeccable time management

Reliability

Safety prioritization

Job description

Overview

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.

Shift patterns

Here's an idea of what your shift patterns will be: Variable shifts. This role is contracted to 41 weeks per year.

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 Chartwells 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

What we’re looking for / Qualifications

• 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

About Compass

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.

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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!