Catering Assistant

Compass Group; England; Remote; GBP 12,000 - 17,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Assistance Programme

Perks at Work

Career training & development

Earn up to £500 when you refer afriend

Comprehensive pension scheme and life‑

Job summary

Compass Group UK&I Defence is recruiting a part-time Catering Assistant to support a 20-hour-per-week role. You’ll help in the kitchen and at the counter, delivering friendly service and showcasing fresh, tasty food across shifts.

The role is contracted to 50.2 weeks per year, with opportunities to develop skills and grow within a secure environment. The position emphasizes a positive attitude, reliability, and teamwork, with training and development opportunities and a comprehensive benefits

Qualifications

• Positive, can-do attitude essential.
• Genuine passion for delivering service.
• Beneficial to have catering experience but not required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare delicious, high-quality food for clients and customers.
• Craft appealing food and counter displays to attract customers.
• Represent Defence and uphold the brand image with pride.
• Handle transactions and operate the cash register efficiently.
• Uphold high standards of food handling and hygiene.
• Follow Health & Safety regulations to maintain a safe workplace.

Skills

Customer service

Teamwork

Timekeeping

Health & safety

Job description

Part of Compass Group UK&I, ESS is the Defence, Government, and Energy services sector of Compass Group UK & Ireland. We support 250+ UK military establishments, high profile police, secure environments and government sites, along with a range of onshore and offshore facilities including platforms, drilling rigs, floatels and offices for the energy sector. We know that a friendly face makes all the difference, so we look for people who are passionate about delivering excellent customer service, at all levels, to join our teams.

About the role

We're currently recruiting a Catering Assistant to join Defence on a part time basis, contracted to 20 hours per week.

You'll be at the heart of the kitchen and the counter, helping to serve up fresh, tasty food and the kind of friendly service that makes someone's day. No two shifts are quite the same, and you'll pick up new skills every one of them.

Please note: This role is contracted to 50.2 weeks per year

What you'll do

• Preparing delicious, high-quality food that delights our clients and customers
• Crafting eye-catching food and counter displays that draw customers in
• Proudly representing Defence 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

What we offer

We ensure you're rewarded for all your hard work, which is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package:

• Employee Assistance Programme - Mental health support, offering confidential advice and resources to help you navigate personal and professional challenges
• Perks at Work - Access to exclusive benefits and wellbeing resources
• Career training & development opportunities - Including Apprenticeships and Career Pathways
• Earn up to £500 when you refer a friend
• Comprehensive pension scheme and life assurance

About you

Our ideal Catering Assistant will:

• Bring a positive, can-do attitude to everything you do
• Show genuine passion for delivering exceptional customer service
• Be a supportive and collaborative team player
• Stay calm and cheerful when things get busy
• Demonstrate excellent timekeeping and reliability
• Put safety first in every task (experience in catering is a bonus, but your enthusiasm matters most)

Job Reference: com/05111/95288001/52232744/R/BU #Defence

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!

• Job Reference com/05111/95288001/52232744/R/BU
• Contract Type Part Time
• Closing Date 5 December, 2026
• Job Category Customer service / Frontline