Catering Assistant

Gather + Gather; Newark on Trent; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Aviva Digicare - Free annual health</n

Employee Assistance Programme

Perks at Work

Career training & development

Refer a friend bonus

Pension & life assurance

Job summary

Compass Group UK&I, operating Inspire venues in Newark-on-Trent, is hiring a Catering Assistant on a full-time basis (40 hours per week) with variable shifts. You will be at the heart of the kitchen and counter, delivering friendly service and fresh food while learning new skills daily.

The role emphasizes customer care, teamwork, and adherence to safety standards, with benefits including healthcare checks, employee support resources, and pension provisions.

Qualifications

• Experience delivering friendly customer service in a fast-paced environment
• Demonstrated ability to work well in a team
• Strong timekeeping and reliability under pressure
• Knowledge of basic food handling and hygiene practices

Responsibilities

• Preparing delicious, high-quality food for clients and customers
• Crafting attractive food and counter displays to draw customers
• Representing Inspire and the Compass brand in a positive way
• Handling transactions at the cash register efficiently
• Upholding high standards of Food Handling & Hygiene
• Adhering to Health & Safety regulations for a safe work environment

Skills

Customer service

Team player

Timekeeping

Reliability

Food safety

Job description

About Us

As part of Compass you'll help to feed people, fuel progress and forge connections in around 6,000 venues. Join us to grow your career with the industry leader, and get competitive pay, great perks and unrivalled opportunities for learning and development, at one of the UK's biggest businesses.

About Us

As part of Compass you'll help to feed people, fuel progress and forge connections in around 6,000 venues. Join us to grow your career with the industry leader, and get competitive pay, great perks and unrivalled opportunities for learning and development, at one of the UK's biggest businesses.

About The Role

We're currently recruiting a Catering Assistant to join Inspire 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 Inspire 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

About You

Our ideal Catering Assistant will:

• 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)

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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!