Catering Assistant

Elior Uk; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free meals on shift

Flexible working

28 days holiday (31 after 2 years)

Leave for life’s important moments

Paid volunteering days

Career development opportunities

Pension and life assurance

Exclusive discounts

Job summary

Elior UK is hiring a casual Catering Assistant to join our team at a prestigious London hotel just off Knightsbridge. You’ll support day-to-day service, help with food preparation, and ensure guests receive warm, attentive service in a busy hotel environment.

We offer free meals on shift, a friendly team and opportunities to learn and grow within a recently mobilised contract, with flexible working options and staff perks designed to reward commitment.

Qualifications

• A positive and friendly attitude.
• A team player who enjoys working with others.
• A willingness to learn and get involved.
• Catering or hospitality experience is desirable but not essential.
• Reliable and able to work well in a busy environment.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the kitchen and service areas are clean, well-presented and well-stocked
• Support with food preparation and service
• Keep up to date with menus and what food is on offer
• Provide a warm and friendly service to customers
• Help maintain high standards across the operation
• Follow COSHH, Food Safety and Health & Safety procedures
• Work as part of the wider team to ensure a smooth service

Job description

Lexington is an award-winning contract caterer that focus on providing great food and service to customers. To do this we need fabulous people and we work hard to create an environment where our team members feel engaged, inspired, valued and enjoy what they do.

Catering Assistant

About the opportunity...

We’re looking for a casual Catering Assistant to join our team at a prestigious London hotel just off Knightsbridge.

This is a recently mobilised contract, so it’s an exciting time to join the team as we establish the operation and build a great service. You’ll work alongside a friendly team in a professional hotel environment, with opportunities to learn and develop as you grow in the role.

Free food is provided while you’re on shift, along with the opportunity to be part of a new team from the start.

What you’ll be serving up...

As a Catering Assistant, you’ll play an important role in supporting the day-to-day running of the operation and delivering great service to our customers.

• Ensure the kitchen and service areas are clean, well-presented and well-stocked
• Support with food preparation and service
• Keep up to date with menus and what food is on offer
• Provide a warm and friendly service to customers
• Help maintain high standards across the operation
• Follow COSHH, Food Safety and Health & Safety procedures
• Work as part of the wider team to ensure a smooth service

The ingredients you'll bring...

• A positive and friendly attitude
• A team player who enjoys working with others
• A willingness to learn and get involved
• Catering or hospitality experience is desirable but not essential
• Reliable and able to work well in a busy environment

What’s in it for you?

• Free meal on shift
• Great location just off Knightsbridge
• Opportunity to join a recently mobilised contract
• Supportive team environment
• Training and development opportunities

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.

Not sure you match every single requirement? Apply anyway! Research shows that many people - especially women and those from underrepresented backgrounds - hold back unless they meet 100% of the criteria. But we hire for potential, not just experience. If you’re passionate and ready to grow, we want to hear from you!

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!