Catering Assistant

Mitie Group plc.; Doncaster; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

Mitie Group plc. in the United Kingdom is seeking a friendly Catering Assistant to prepare and maintain dining and service areas, serve food, wash dishes, and keep catering spaces clean.

You will handle cash in a retail-style setting, follow health and safety standards, and communicate effectively with customers and colleagues to ensure excellent service. Previous catering experience is desirable, and basic Food Hygiene and Health & Safety certificates are preferred or training provided.

Qualifications

• Previous catering experience is desirable.
• Basic Food Hygiene and Health & Safety certificates (training provided if not held).
• Adequate numeracy, literacy, and communication skills.
• Passion for customer service with ability to work independently and in a team.
• Adaptable, detail-oriented, and well-organised with strong time management.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain dining and service areas, including furniture, trolleys, and cleaning equipment.
• Serve food in correct portions and wash dishes, cutlery, and catering equipment.
• Clean all catering areas daily and follow health and safety standards.
• Handle cash collection, banking, and maintain records and procedures.
• Communicate effectively with customers, managers, and colleagues to deliver excellent service.

Job description

• Prepare and maintain dining and service areas, including furniture, trolleys, and cleaning equipment.
• Serve food in correct portions and wash dishes, cutlery, and catering equipment.
• Clean all catering areas daily and follow health and safety standards.
• Handle cash collection, banking, and maintain records and procedures.
• Communicate effectively with customers, managers, and colleagues to deliver excellent service.
  Previous catering experience in a similar environment (desirable).
• Basic Food Hygiene and Health & Safety certificates (training provided if not held).
• Adequate numeracy, literacy, and communication skills.
• Passion for customer service and ability to work independently and in a team.
• Adaptable, detail-oriented, and confident with strong organisational and time management skills.