Catering Assistant

Restaurant Associates; Manchester; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Restaurant Associates is seeking a Catering Assistant to join our dynamic, fast-paced team. You will contribute to a positive work environment while preparing delicious food and creating appealing displays for clients and customers.

Ideal candidates bring a can-do attitude, a passion for customer service, and reliability. You will work across shifts in a full-time role, upholding food hygiene and safety standards and representing our brand with pride.

Qualifications

• Experience in a catering or hospitality role is desirable.
• Demonstrates genuine passion for customer service.
• Able to work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Punctual and reliable with good time management.
• Commitment to food safety and hygiene standards.

Responsibilities

• Prepare high-quality food for clients and customers.
• Create appealing displays to draw customers.
• Represent Restaurant Associates and uphold brand image.
• Handle transactions and operate the cash register.
• Uphold food handling and hygiene standards.
• Follow Health & Safety regulations to maintain a safe workplace.

Skills

Customer service

Team player

Time management

Positive attitude

Pressure handling

Safety awareness

Job description

As a Catering Assistant, you'll be part of a dynamic, fast-paced team, contributing to a positive and friendly work environment. The role offers numerous opportunities for growth within a company that values individuality and invests in its employees. Your hard work will be recognised and rewarded, making it an excellent chance to advance in a supportive setting.

Shift Pattern

• Mon: Full-time (Days)
• Tues: Full-time (Days)
• Weds: Full-time (Days)
• Thurs: Full-time (Days)
• Fri: Full-time (Days)
• Sat:
• Sun:

Key Responsibilities

• Preparing delicious, high-quality food that delights our clients and customers
• Crafting eye-catching food and counter displays that draw customers in
• Proudly representing Restaurant Associates 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

Ideal Candidate

• Bring a positive, can-do attitude to everything you do
• Show genuine passion for delivering exceptional customer service
• Excel as a supportive and collaborative team player
• Embrace the excitement of thriving under pressure
• Demonstrate impeccable time management and reliability
• Prioritise safety in every task you undertake
• Previous experience in a similar catering role is a bonus, but your enthusiasm is what truly matters

Restaurant Associates provides brilliant hospitality through our food, drink and services. We work with our partners and collaborate with our clients to achieve great things together. Every day, our teams of passionate hospitality professionals strive for excellence in delivering employee dining and hospitality to some of the UK's leading workplace as well as inspiring exceptional experiences in iconic cultural and heritage destinations.

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!