Catering Assistant

Lodestone House; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 13,776 - 16,531; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Great perks

Learning and development opportunities

Job summary

A leading hospitality provider in Cambridge is seeking a passionate Catering Assistant to join their dynamic team. This part-time role involves preparing high-quality food, managing counter displays, and ensuring adherence to hygiene standards. The ideal candidate will bring a positive attitude, excel in customer service, and thrive under pressure. With a variable shift pattern and opportunities for growth, this position offers a supportive environment where your hard work will be recognized and rewarded.

Qualifications

• Positive, can-do attitude.
• Passion for exceptional customer service.
• Ability to thrive under pressure.
• Impeccable time management and reliability.

Responsibilities

• Prepare high-quality food and counter displays.
• Handle transactions and operate cash register.
• Uphold food handling and hygiene standards.
• Ensure safety by adhering to regulations.

Skills

Customer service

Food handling

Time management

Team collaboration

Reliability

Job description

Catering Assistant

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: Variable shifts.

Contract: 41 weeks per year.

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 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

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

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.

Job Reference: com/0601/41983001/52783166/BU #Lodestone House

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!

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Part-time

Job function

• Management and Manufacturing

Industries

• Hospitality

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