Catering Assistant

ESS – Defence, Energy and Government Services; Loughborough; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Aviva Digicare

Employee Assistance Programme

Perks at Work

Career training & development

Refer-a-friend bonus

Pension & life assurance

Onsite parking

Subsidised meals

Job summary

ESS – Defence, Energy and Government Services, part of Compass Group UK&I, is recruiting a Catering Assistant to join Defence on a full-time basis, contracted to 40 hours per week, with variable shifts. You’ll be at the heart of the kitchen and the counter, serving fresh, tasty food with friendly service.

Join a team that values safety, teamwork and reliability. We offer benefits including Aviva Digicare, EAP, Perks at Work, training and career development, a comprehensive pension, onsite

Qualifications

• Excellent customer service skills and a can-do attitude.
• Able to work as part of a team in a fast-paced catering environment.
• Strong time management and reliability.
• Committed to food safety and hygiene standards.

Responsibilities

• Prepare high-quality food for clients and customers.
• Create appealing food displays and manage the counter area.
• Represent Defence with a positive brand image and communicate with customers.
• Handle transactions at the cash register efficiently.
• Uphold Food Handling & Hygiene standards and Health & Safety regulations.

Skills

Customer service

Teamwork

Time management

Safety awareness

Job description

About Us

Part of Compass Group UK&I, ESS is the Defence, Government, and Energy services sector of Compass Group UK & Ireland. We support 250+ UK military establishments, high profile police, secure environments and government sites, along with a range of onshore and offshore facilities including platforms, drilling rigs, floatels and offices for the energy sector. We know that a friendly face makes all the difference, so we look for people who are passionate about delivering excellent customer service, at all levels, to join our teams.

About Us

Part of Compass Group UK&I, ESS is the Defence, Government, and Energy services sector of Compass Group UK & Ireland. We support 250+ UK military establishments, high profile police, secure environments and government sites, along with a range of onshore and offshore facilities including platforms, drilling rigs, floatels and offices for the energy sector. We know that a friendly face makes all the difference, so we look for people who are passionate about delivering excellent customer service, at all levels, to join our teams.

About The Role

We're currently recruiting a Catering Assistant to join Defence on a full time basis, contracted to 40 hours per week, working variable shifts.

You'll be at the heart of the kitchen and the counter, helping to serve up fresh, tasty food and the kind of friendly service that makes someone's day. No two shifts are quite the same, and you'll pick up new skills every one of them.

What You’ll Do

• Preparing delicious, high-quality food that delights our clients and customers
• Crafting eye-catching food and counter displays that draw customers in
• Proudly representing Defence and embodying our positive brand image
• Handling transactions with ease and operating the cash register efficiently
• Upholding the highest standards of Food Handling & Hygiene
• Ensuring a safe and healthy work environment by adhering to Health & Safety regulations

What We Offer

We ensure you're rewarded for all your hard work, which is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package:

• Aviva Digicare - Free annual healthcare check
• Employee Assistance Programme - Mental health support, offering confidential advice and resources to help you navigate personal and professional challenges
• Perks at Work - Access to exclusive benefits and wellbeing resources
• Career training & development opportunities - Including Apprenticeships and Career Pathways
• Earn up to £500 when you refer a friend
• Comprehensive pension scheme and life assurance
• Onsite free car parking
• Subsidised meals

About You

• Bring a positive, can-do attitude to everything you do
• Show genuine passion for delivering exceptional customer service
• Be a supportive and collaborative team player
• Stay calm and cheerful when things get busy
• Demonstrate excellent timekeeping and reliability
• Put safety first in every task (experience in catering is a bonus, but your enthusiasm matters most)

Job Reference: com/0311/43365001/52843198/BU #Defence

Compass Group UK&I is committed to fostering an environment where every individual can truly be themselves at work and has equal opportunities to advance in their careers. We strive to build a culture that respects and celebrates the unique talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities of all our team members. We want our colleagues to feel valued, empowered to reach their full potential, and to thrive - because diversity is our strength!