Catering Assistant

ESS – Defence, Energy and Government Services; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Learning and development opportunities

Supportive work environment

Job summary

A leading service company in Birmingham is seeking a Catering Assistant to join a dynamic team. This role involves preparing high-quality food and delivering exceptional customer service while upholding safety standards. Ideal candidates are positive, reliable team players with a passion for catering. Competitive pay and career growth opportunities are offered within this supportive work environment. If you're ready to thrive in a fast-paced atmosphere, this position is for you.

Qualifications

• Genuine passion for delivering exceptional customer service.
• Previous experience in a similar catering role is a bonus.
• Thrives under pressure.
• Thrives under pressure.
• Excellent time management and reliability.
• Prioritises safety in every task.
• Previous experience in a similar catering role is a bonus.

Responsibilities

• Preparing delicious, high-quality food that delights clients and customers.
• Crafting eye-catching food and counter displays.
• Representing Defence and embodying a positive brand image.
• Handling transactions and operating the cash register efficiently.
• Upholding the highest standards of Food Handling & Hygiene.
• Ensuring a safe and healthy work environment.

Skills

Positive, can-do attitude

Exceptional customer service

Team player

Time management

Reliability

Upholding safety

Job description

Join and apply for the Catering Assistant role at ESS – Defence, Energy and Government Services.

As a Catering Assistant, you will 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: Variable shifts, contracted to weeks per year.

Key Responsibilities

• Preparing delicious, high‑quality food that delights our clients and customers.
• Crafting eye‑catching food and counter displays that draw customers in.
• Representing Defence and embodying a 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.

Desired Qualifications & Attributes

• Positive, can‑do attitude.
• Genuine passion for delivering exceptional customer service.
• Supportive and collaborative team player.
• Thrives under pressure.
• Excellent time management and reliability.
• Prioritises safety in every task.
• Previous experience in a similar catering role is a bonus.

Additional information: Compass Group UK&I offers competitive pay, great perks and unrivalled opportunities for learning and development. Join us to grow your career with the industry leader and help feed people, fuel progress and forge connections in around 6,000 venues.

Job Reference: com/1912/42758001/52775619/BU #Energy

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!