Catering Assistant

Wshgroup; Guildford; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Holroyd Howe in Guildford is seeking a General Assistant to provide administrative and operational support across departments. You will handle data entry, filing, document organization, and assist with meetings, events, and special projects to ensure smooth day-to-day functioning.

The role requires excellent organization, attention to detail, and customer service skills for both internal and external stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Experience with administrative tasks and data entry.
• Ability to coordinate meetings and events.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative and clerical support to various departments.
• Assist with preparation and coordination of meetings, events, and projects.
• Maintain organized work areas and manage inventories.
• Monitor inventory levels and report shortages.
• Deliver high-quality customer service to stakeholders.
• Support scheduling and logistics to ensure smooth operations.
• Follow health, safety and organizational procedures.
• Participate in training sessions related to procedures and safety.

Skills

Data entry

Filing

Document organization

Meeting coordination

Organizational skills

Customer service

Team collaboration

Time management

Basic computer literacy

Tools

Office software

Job description

We're looking for a detail-oriented and enthusiastic General Assistant to join our dynamic team in Guildford, United Kingdom. In this role, you'll be the backbone of our operations, providing essential support across multiple departments and ensuring smooth day-to-day functioning. As a General Assistant, you'll work collaboratively with colleagues at all levels, bringing a can-do attitude and a commitment to excellence to everything you do.

• Provide comprehensive administrative and clerical support to various departments, including data entry, filing, and document organization
• Assist with the preparation and coordination of meetings, events, and special projects
• Maintain organized and clean work areas, ensuring all supplies and materials are properly stored and inventoried
• Monitor inventory levels and notify management of any shortages or discrepancies
• Deliver friendly and efficient customer service to internal and external stakeholders, addressing inquiries and concerns with professionalism
• Support the coordination of schedules, appointments, and logistics to ensure smooth operations
• Follow proper health, safety, and organizational procedures to maintain a secure and compliant workplace
• Participate in training sessions and meetings related to organizational procedures, safety protocols, and customer service standards
• Multitask effectively while maintaining attention to detail and meeting established deadlines
• Collaborate with team members to support departmental goals and contribute to a positive, inclusive work environment

• Excellent organizational and time management skills with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks effectively
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to maintaining high standards of accuracy
• Demonstrated customer service skills with a friendly, professional demeanor
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proven ability to work collaboratively as part of a team while also being self-motivated
• Basic computer literacy and proficiency with standard office software and tools
• Flexible approach to work with a genuine can-do attitude and willingness to adapt to changing priorities
• Good Health & Safety knowledge and understanding of workplace compliance procedures
• Reliable, punctual, and committed to supporting organizational goals
• Problem-solving abilities and resourcefulness in addressing challenges

• Preferred: Experience working in a corporate, educational, or similar organizational environment
• Preferred: Experience in administrative or general assistant roles

We pride ourselves on:

People first

We're a company of individuals, united in doing our best for our clients.

Great food, always

Using only the best ingredients, our food is fresh, authentic and tailored to each school, age group, and specific needs and preferences.

Food education

We educate pupils through food, encouraging them to understand and develop their own personal tastes and make informed food choices.

Respect in everything we do

Our respectful codes of conduct inform how we behave towards our clients and customers, suppliers and business partners, and each other.

Fresh thinking

New ideas for food, service and ways of working help us maintain our position as creative leaders in school catering.

In order to be considered for this role you must be able to demonstrate that you have the Right to Work in the UK.

Holroyd Howe is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all employees to share this commitment. All roles within Holroyd Howe involve regulated activity. It is a criminal offence for individuals barred from working with children to apply for such roles. An Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, including a Barred List check will be required for all successful applicants. Shortlisted applicants will be asked to provide information about relevant criminal offences and will be subject to an online search of publicly available information. This search helps identify any issues that may affect suitability to work with children.

This appointment is offered on the return of satisfactory professional references.