Catering Assistant

Adecco; Kirkham; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Career growth opportunities

Supportive work culture

Benefits package

Job summary

Adecco is recruiting for a Catering Assistant to join our client’s vibrant team in the United Kingdom. This role runs Monday to Friday, 8am to 3pm, with responsibilities across food prep, service and customer interaction.

You will assist chefs, maintain kitchen and dining areas, handle tills and cash, and ensure health and safety standards. The ideal candidate brings hospitality experience, strong communication, and a flexible, team‑oriented approach.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a catering or food service role is advantageous
• Strong communication skills and a friendly demeanour
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment
• Team player with a positive attitude and a willingness to learn
• Flexibility to work varied shifts, including weekends and holidays

Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation and serving of food to customers
• Maintain cleanliness and organisation in the kitchen and dining areas
• Support chefs and kitchen staff in daily operations
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations
• Provide exceptional customer service, enhancing the dining experience
• Taking orders using tills - must be comfortable with cash handling

Skills

Cash handling

Communication

Job description

Exciting Opportunity: Catering Assistant

Monday to Friday

8am to 3pm

Are you passionate about food and service? Our client is seeking a dedicated Catering Assistant to join their vibrant team! This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to a dynamic environment where every meal is crafted with care and attention.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation and serving of food to customers
• Maintain cleanliness and organisation in the kitchen and dining areas
• Support chefs and kitchen staff in daily operations
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations
• Provide exceptional customer service, enhancing the dining experience
• Taking orders using tills - must be comfortable with cash handling

Ideal Candidate

• Previous experience in a catering or food service role is advantageous
• Strong communication skills and a friendly demeanour
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment
• Team player with a positive attitude and a willingness to learn
• Flexibility to work varied shifts, including weekends and holidays

What’s in it for You

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Opportunity to develop skills in a thriving industry
• A supportive and energetic work culture
• Potential for career growth within the organisation

If you are eager to bring your enthusiasm for food and service to a respected organisation, this role is perfect for you! Our client values dedication and a strong work ethic, and they are excited to welcome a new Catering Assistant to their team.

Adecco is a disability-confident employer. It is important to us that we run an inclusive and accessible recruitment process to support candidates of all backgrounds and all abilities to apply. Adecco is committed to building a supportive environment for you to explore the next steps in your career.

Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer.