Catering Assistant

South West Norse; Exeter; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 12,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company pension

Annual leave

DBS check

Training & development

Job summary

South West Norse is recruiting for a Catering Assistant to support Lucombe House Cafe in delivering meals and beverages to customers. You will assist with food prep, service, and till operation while upholding high cleanliness standards in a busy café environment.

We welcome individuals with basic food hygiene knowledge and strong communication skills. Training will be provided; a friendly, punctual, and presentable approach is essential, with flexibility for shifts and events.

Qualifications

• Basic food hygiene knowledge (Level 1) or willingness to obtain.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work as part of a team and on own initiative.
• Reliable, punctual and well-presented.
• Flexible and adaptable approach to working hours.
• Barista experience or knowledge of coffee machine operation.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the preparation and service of food and drink, including hot and cold meals, snacks, and beverages.
• Operate tills and handle customer payments in line with council financial procedures.
• Ensure a high standard of cleanliness in all areas of the café, including kitchen, counters, and dining areas.
• Wash up and clean kitchen equipment, utensils, and work surfaces.
• Restock supplies and assist with receiving and storing deliveries.
• Follow all food hygiene, health and safety, and council policies and procedures at all times.
• Provide excellent customer service in a polite and helpful manner to all customers, including members of the public, staff, and visitors.
• Work flexibly to support the needs of the café, including cover for absences, special events, or busy periods.
• Previous catering experience or willingness to be trained in your new role.
• Friendly and polite customer service.
• Capable of working to deadlines in a busy environment.
• Working within a team.

Skills

Food hygiene knowledge

Communication skills

Teamwork

Reliability & presentation

Flexible hours

Barista knowledge

Job description

• Assist with the preparation and service of food and drink, including hot and cold meals, snacks, and beverages.
• Operate tills and handle customer payments in line with council financial procedures.
• Ensure a high standard of cleanliness in all areas of the café, including kitchen, counters, and dining areas.
• Wash up and clean kitchen equipment, utensils, and work surfaces.
• Restock supplies and assist with receiving and storing deliveries.
• Follow all food hygiene, health and safety, and council policies and procedures at all times.
• Provide excellent customer service in a polite and helpful manner to all customers, including members of the public, staff, and visitors.
• Work flexibly to support the needs of the café, including cover for absences, special events, or busy periods.

As we recognise the importance of building a strong kitchen team to be a key ingredient to our catering success, we currently have an excellent opportunity for an enthusiastic Catering Assistant join our team at Lucombe House Cafe., Previous experience in a catering, kitchen, or café environment.

• Basic food hygiene knowledge (Level 1 Food Hygiene Certificate or willingness to obtain).
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work as part of a team and on own initiative.
• Reliable, punctual, and well-presented.
• Flexible and adaptable approach to working hours.
• Barista experience or knowledge of coffee machine operation.

Our Successful Candidate:

While we would ideally be seeking an individual that has previous experience within the role, at Norse we can offer full training and support for enthusiastic individuals who are looking to develop within the catering industry with a national company. We will expect you to demonstrate:

• Previous catering experience or willing to be trained in your new role.
• Friendly and polite customer service.
• Capable of working to deadlines in a busy environment.
• Working within a team.

South West Norse is established in delivering catering, cleaning, and facilities management services to a portfolio of clients in the local region in partnership with Devon County Council, combining local knowledge with service delivery expertise.

It's important to us that we give you the confidence and knowledge to perform your role to the best of your ability. We provide access to award-winning training, so you have the tools for fantastic self-development, giving you ownership of your career. We want you to succeed!

From day one all of our employees benefit from our company pension scheme and annual leave allowance, and this will be combined with a number of local benefits and the opportunity for progression and development within a national organisation. An enhanced DBS check will be required for our successful candidate, payment will be met by the employer.

We are committed to employment practices and behaviours which encourage diversity, promote equality of treatment and eliminate unlawful and or unfair discrimination.