Catering Assistant

Chartwells Independent; Caterham Valley; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 15,000; Part time

Job summary

Compass Group UK&I is recruiting a dedicated Customer Services Assistant (Zero Hours) to support Chartwells in delivering high‑quality catering services across our venues. This casual, zero‑hours role offers you a chance to grow with a global leader that values individuality and invests in its people.

Shifts are weekends only, with duties including food preparation, creating appealing displays, handling transactions at the cash register, and upholding food hygiene standards.

Qualifications

• Positive, can-do attitude and enthusiasm for delivering great service.
• Ability to work as part of a team in a fast-paced catering environment.
• Awareness of safety and hygiene standards is essential.
• Previous catering or cash-handling experience is a bonus.

Responsibilities

• Prepare food to high quality standards and display items attractively.
• Handle transactions and operate the cash register efficiently.
• Represent Chartwells with a positive brand image.
• Adhere to health and safety regulations and maintain a safe environment.

Skills

Customer service

Teamwork

Time management

Reliability

Safety awareness

Cash handling

Tools

Cash register

Job description

We're currently recruiting a dedicated Customer Services Assistant (Zero Hours) to help ensure the smooth running of the operations in Chartwells on a permanent casual basis, contracted to 0 hours per week.

As a Customer Services Assistant (Zero Hours), you will use your skills to maintain a high standard of quality work. In return, you will have the chance to progress your career with a company that invests in its people, celebrates individuality, and rewards and recognises employees who go beyond the plate.

Here's an idea of what your shift patterns will be: Weekends only

Could you bring your spark to Chartwells? Here's what you need to know before applying:

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 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.

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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!