Catering Assistant

Interaction Recruitment PLC; Cambridgeshire and Peterborough; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

No weekend shifts

Peterborough area opportunity

Job summary

Interaction Recruitment is currently recruiting a reliable Catering Assistant to join a busy workplace catering operation based in Peterborough (PE7).

This role suits someone with catering or hospitality experience who enjoys fast-paced service and delivering excellent customer care. You will handle breakfasts and lunches, set up counters, operate the till, and maintain hygiene while supporting the team.

Qualifications

• Previous catering, hospitality, or food service experience is desirable.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and provide excellent customer service.
• Understanding of food hygiene and cleanliness standards.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with breakfast and lunch service, ensuring friendly and efficient service.
• Setting up and clearing down counters and service areas.
• Operating the till and handling customer transactions.
• Preparing basic food items, including sandwiches and salads.
• Washing dishes and kitchen equipment (pot wash).
• Maintaining clean dining areas and hygiene standards.
• Restocking confectionery and refreshments; assisting with deliveries and stock checks.
• Supporting the wider catering team with general duties as needed.

Skills

Customer service

Teamwork

Food hygiene

Job description

Reference
CAPBMCM1110 Salary
£13 - £13/hour Job Location
- United Kingdom -- England -- East of England -- Cambridgeshire -- Peterborough Job Type
Temporary Posted
30 October 2026

Catering Assistant

Location: Peterborough, PE7
Pay Rate: £13.00 per hour
Working Hours: 07:00 – 15:00, Monday to Friday
Job Type: Temporary / Agency Work

Interaction Recruitment is currently recruiting for a reliable and enthusiastic Catering Assistant to join a busy workplace catering operation based in Peterborough (PE7).

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with previous catering or hospitality experience who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and providing excellent customer service.

The catering facility serves approximately 100–120 people across breakfast and lunch services, so we're looking for someone who is happy to get stuck in, work as part of a team and assist with all aspects of the daily catering operation.

Key Responsibilities

Assisting with breakfast and lunch service, ensuring customers receive a friendly and efficient service.

Setting up and clearing down counters and service areas.

Operating the till and handling customer transactions.

Preparing basic food items, including sandwiches, salads and other light refreshments.

Washing dishes, utensils and kitchen equipment (pot wash).

Clearing plates, emptying bins and maintaining clean dining areas.

Sweeping, mopping and wiping down surfaces to maintain excellent hygiene standards.

Restocking confectionery, refreshments and other catering supplies.

Assisting with deliveries and stock checks where required.

Supporting the wider catering team with general duties as needed.

What We're Looking For

Previous experience in catering, hospitality, food service or a similar environment is desirable.

A positive, hardworking attitude and willingness to help wherever needed.

Confident communicating with customers and working as part of a team.

Good understanding of food hygiene and cleanliness standards.

Reliable, punctual and comfortable with early morning starts.

Able to work efficiently during busy breakfast and lunch services.

What's on Offer?

£13.00 per hour.

Monday to Friday working – no weekends!

Weekly pay through Interaction Recruitment.

Opportunity to gain experience within an established workplace catering environment.

Interested?

If you're an experienced Catering Assistant or have a background in hospitality and are looking for work in the Peterborough area, we'd love to hear from you.