Catering Assistant

Lexington-Catering; Devon and Torbay; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free meals

Flexible working

28 days holiday (+31 after 2 years)

Volunteer days

Career development

Pension

Life assurance

Exclusive discounts

Job summary

Elior at work in the UK is hiring a Catering Assistant to join our friendly team. You’ll help keep the kitchen and service area clean, stay up to date with menus, and deliver warm, efficient service to colleagues. COSHH, Food Safety and Health & Safety compliance are expected.

The role offers early start hours, a 36-hour week, and ample opportunities to grow within a people‑first catering company. Perks include free meals, flexible working, generous holiday allowance, volunteering days, pension,

Qualifications

• Frontline focus with customer service excellence.
• Team player with a positive attitude.
• Catering and barista experience desirable but not essential.
• COSHH, Food Safety and Health & Safety compliance.

Responsibilities

• Ensure kitchen and service area are clean, well-presented, and well-stocked.
• Keep up to date with menus and what food is on offer.
• Offer a warm and friendly service.
• Follow COSHH, Food Safety and Health & Safety guidelines.

Skills

Frontline focus

Customer service

Team player

Catering experience

Job description

Job Description

Posted Monday 17 August 2026 at 00:00 | Expires Monday 14 September 2026 at 23:59

Elior at work – Workdays Made Better with Great Food

A great workday starts withgreat food,and we know food at work should be more than just a sandwich at your desk. That’s why we bring exciting, fresh, and flexible catering to workplaces across the UK. Whether it’s a quick grab-and-go snack or a hearty lunch, with tech-powered ordering and diverse menus, we keep teams happy, energised, and ready to take on the day.

What you’ll be doing…

As a Catering Assistant, you will have plenty of responsibilities and opportunities to grow in your role, becoming a critical member of our team.

• Ensure the kitchen and service area are always clean, well-presented, and well-stocked
• Keep up to date with menus and what food is on offer
• Offer a warm and friendly service
• Ensure COSHH, Food Safety, and Health & Safety are followed

Working Pattern:36 Hours Per Week | Mon to Thurs | 6:30am to 2:30pm | Fri | 6:45am to 1:45pm

Job ID: 7466

What can you bring?

• Focused on the front line
• Genuine interest in customer service excellence
• Team player
• Catering and Barista experience desirable but not essential

Brilliant Work Deserves Brilliant Perks!

At Elior, we believe that when you love where you work, it shows. That’s why we make sure our team feels appreciated, supported, and set up for success! Here’s what’s waiting for you:

• Free, tasty meals - Enjoy tasty, nutritious food on us while you work!
• Flexible working - including part time roles, because life doesn’t run on a 9-5 schedule.
• Plenty of Time to Unwind - 28 days of holiday, and after two years, enjoy even more with 31 days.
• Leave for life’s important moments - whether family, personal or unexpected.
• Give back time - paid volunteering days for the causes you care about.
• Room to grow - career development and learning opportunities for all stages of your career.
• Financial security - pension schemes and life assurance.
• Exclusive discounts - save on entertainment, leisure, and even travel!

Why You’ll Love Working Here

We’re a people-first business with over 10,000 colleagues across the UK, serving everything from stadiums to hospitals, schools to workplaces. Our mission? Toenrich lives everywhere, every day.

And here’s the best part - 87% of our team say they’re proud to work here!Why? Because we create a place where you’re listened to, trusted, supported, and valued.

We Celebrate You!

At Elior, diversity and inclusion aren’t just policies, they’re who we are. We know that different perspectives make us stronger, and we’re dedicated to creating an environment where everyone feels seen, heard, and empowered to succeed.

Need any support or adjustments during the application process? Just let us know - we’re happy to help!