Catering Assistant

OCS; New Forest; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading facilities management company seeks a Catering Assistant to support food preparation and maintain kitchen cleanliness. The role involves serving food and assisting with deliveries. Ideal candidates should possess basic kitchen skills and time management abilities. Join a diverse team committed to professional development and a welcoming environment.

Qualifications

• Must have basic knife and food preparation skills.
• Commercial kitchen experience is valued but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist with food preparation tasks like peeling and chopping.
• Maintain cleanliness in the kitchen area and equipment.
• Serve food items to customers according to the menu.

Skills

Time Management

Organisational Skills

Knife Skills

Food Preparation Skills

Education

Catering and Hospitality Certificate

Job description

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About The Company

OCS UK & Ireland is a leading facilities management company with 50,000+ colleagues and a turnover in excess of £2bn. We deliver innovative, award-winning services within facilities management, hard services, cleaning, security and catering.

About The Company

OCS UK & Ireland is a leading facilities management company with 50,000+ colleagues and a turnover in excess of £2bn. We deliver innovative, award-winning services within facilities management, hard services, cleaning, security and catering.

Our mission is to make people and places the best they can be for our colleagues, customers and the communities we serve. Our commitment to doing business the right way is rooted in our TRUE values - Trust, Respect, Unity, and Empowerment.

About The Role

Shift Pattern: Thursday to Sunday 09:00 - 16:00

As part of your role, your key responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Help with food preparation tasks such as peeling, chopping, trimming, and making sandwiches and salads
• Be responsible for maintaining cleanliness in the kitchen area and equipment. This includes cleaning utensils, tableware, and catering stations
• Assist with receiving and unpacking all deliveries and ensure that the food and supply storage areas are organised
• Serve food items to customers in accordance with the menu prepared by the Chefs
• Top up the vending services daily
  
  

What are we looking for?

• Commercial kitchen experience is highly valued but not essential
• Possess a basic Catering and Hospitality certificate such as Food Handling or equivalent is desired but not essential as we can provide this for you
• Must have basic knife skills, food preparation skills, and time management skills.
• Can work under pressure and excellent organisational skills are also important
• Can stand for extended periods is often necessary due to the physical nature of the job
  
  

The Ideal Candidate Should Meet The Following Criteria

• Must have the Right to Work in the UK
• Must be prepared to undergo a DBS or Enhanced security check
• Good time-management and organisational abilities
  
  

How To Apply

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We are an equal opportunities employer and rely on a diverse workforce with a broad range of knowledge, skills, and backgrounds to deliver our goals. We offer an inclusive and welcoming environment and actively encourage applications from all individuals regardless of race, gender, nationality, religion, sexual orientation, disability, or age.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Facilities Services, Hospitality, and Outsourcing and Offshoring Consulting

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