Catering Assistant

Bettys & Taylors Group; Harlow; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 17,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Profit-share bonus

Breakfast included

Free parking

Flexible benefits for family care

Discounts on Bettys & Taylors products

Health benefits

Job summary

Bettys & Taylors is seeking a Catering Assistant for our kitchen team at Bettys Cafe Tearooms in Harlow Carr. You will prepare delicious food and drinks as part of a magical guest experience, contribute to high-quality dishes, and enjoy a supportive team environment.

The role is full-time, with at least 30 hours over 5 days, including one weekend day. Training is provided, and there are numerous employee benefits. We value inclusivity and a positive culture.

Qualifications

• Keen interest in cooking and passion for quality dishes.
• Strong communication and teamwork to support a busy kitchen.
• Experience in kitchen environments and food safety knowledge is desirable but training is provided.

Responsibilities

• Prepare delicious food and drinks as part of the kitchen team.
• Contribute to delivering high-quality meals for customers.
• Support varying shift patterns, including weekend work, with no split shifts.

Skills

Cooking interest

Teamwork

Communication skills

Food safety knowledge

Job description

An opportunity has arisen in our kitchen team and we are looking for a Catering Assistant to join us as part of our team at Bettys Cafe Tearooms in Harlow Carr. As a Catering Assistant you will be responsible for preparing delicious food and drinks as part of a deliciously magical experience for every customer.

Working Pattern

• This is a Full Time role working a minimum of 30hours over 5 days.
• We have a variety of shift patterns with start and finish times staggered throughout the day which is dependent on the opening hours of the branch.
• These shifts may include some early mornings or later finishes.
• We do not ask anyone to work split shifts.
• You will be required to work at least one day at the weekend every week.

About you

You will have a keen interest in cooking and will be passionate about producing the best quality dishes. You will have good communication skills and the ability to work well with others as we rely on our strong team ethic to deliver the highest levels of quality and customer service. Experience of working in a busy kitchen as well as food safety and health and safety knowledge is desirable but not essential as full training is provided.

About us -Greatpeople, great culture

We are Bettys & Taylors Group. Our family business is home to three iconic Yorkshire brands – Yorkshire Tea, Bettys, and Taylors of Harrogate. Together we share a passion for quality, delighting customers, and doing things properly. We are driven by our purpose and values, and we know our talented people set us apart.That’swhere you come in.

We are committed to offering a respectful, inclusive culture where everyone can thrive and we welcome applications from all cultures, backgrounds, and experiences. Don’tworry if you do not meet 100% of the job requirements listed above – if you fulfil most of the skills and experienceswe'relooking for.

What we offer you

You’ll receive a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your financial and overall wellbeing. On top of a competitivesalary,we offer:

• Discretionary profit-share bonus scheme paid quarterly (11.9% average over the last three years).
• Breakfast and a freshly cooked hotmeal option.

• Free parking
• A generous, flexible and inclusive range of family-friendly benefits to support you through every stage of life. These include enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption and shared parental leave arrangements, flexible working options, paid time off for caring responsibilities, and emergency family leave.

• Discounts on Bettys & Taylors products.

• A range of health benefits, including a health cash plan, health assessments, flu jabs and more.

• Wellbeing support, including an Employee Assistance Programme (free and independent service offering free counselling and health and wellbeing resources). Read morehere.

• Holiday allowance with the option to buy and (in some cases) sell additional days.

• Pension schemes and life assurance.

• And more.

We also offer a range of development opportunities no matter your role and ambitions. We encourage everyone to take control of their career and make the most of:

• On-the-job learning

• External training programmes

• Apprenticeship opportunities

• Internal 1:1 coaching schemes

• Find out more about working here on our website.

Application and Interview Process

• There will be one interview for this role, and this will consist of a competency-based questions

We may close this vacancy early in the event we receive a high volume of applications.

The closing date for this vacancy will be13th November 2026.