Catering Assistant

Gather & Gather UK; Biggleswade; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading catering company in Biggleswade seeks a Catering Assistant to join a dynamic and friendly team. This role offers opportunities for personal and professional growth within an organization that values its employees. Key responsibilities include preparing high-quality food, managing customer interactions, and upholding hygiene standards. The ideal candidate has a positive attitude and a passion for exceptional customer service, with reliability being crucial. The company promotes a diverse and inclusive workplace, enhancing individual potential and foster teamwork.

Benefits

Great operational training and development

Life assurance scheme

Personal development and training opportunities

Wellbeing strategy including Employee Assistance Programme

Regular social events

Holiday purchase scheme

High street discount vouchers

Qualifications

• Genuine passion for delivering exceptional customer service.
• Ability to thrive under pressure.
• Previous experience in a similar catering role is a bonus.

Responsibilities

• Preparing delicious, high-quality food for clients and customers.
• Crafting eye-catching food and counter displays.
• Handling transactions and operating cash register efficiently.
• Upholding Food Handling & Hygiene standards.
• Ensuring a safe and healthy work environment.

Skills

Positive attitude

Exceptional customer service

Team player

Time management

Reliability

Job description

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.

Benefits

• Great operational training and development
• Life assurance scheme
• Personal Development and Training opportunities - We are passionate about our growing team
• A great wellbeing strategy - including access to our Employee Assistance Programme
• Regular social events and communication with our leaders
• A holiday purchase scheme
• Access to some great high street discount vouchers

Shift Pattern

• Mon:
• Tues:
• Weds:
• Thurs:
• Fri:
• Sat: Weekends only
• Sun: Weekends only

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Preparing delicious, high-quality food that delights our clients and customers
• Crafting eye‑catching food and counter displays that draw customers in
• Proudly representing CH&CO 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 Catering Assistant 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
• Prioritise safety in every task you undertake
• Previous experience in a similar catering role is a bonus, but your enthusiasm is what truly matters

CH&CO, a part of 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!