Catering Assistant

Lodestone House; North East; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 15,000; Part time

Job summary

Chartwells, part of Compass Group UK&I, is hiring a Customer Services Assistant (Zero Hours) for a permanent casual role. You will help ensure smooth operations in a fast-paced catering environment, focusing on customer service, food preparation, and accurate till transactions.

Join a leading hospitality brand that values individuality, rewards effort, and offers opportunities for development. Prior experience is a bonus, but enthusiasm and reliability are key for success in this role.

Qualifications

• Enthusiasm and a can-do attitude for catering roles.
• Commitment to delivering exceptional customer service.
• Willingness to work as part of a team and stay reliable under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Prepare high-quality food and displays for customers.
• Operate cash register and handle transactions efficiently.
• Represent Chartwells with a positive brand image.
• Uphold food handling and hygiene standards.
• Adhere to Health & Safety regulations to maintain a safe workplace.

Skills

Positive attitude

Customer service

Team player

Time management

Reliability

Safety focus

Job description

We're currently recruiting a dedicated Customer Services Assistant (Zero Hours) to help ensure the smooth running of the operations in Chartwells on a permanent casual basis, contracted to 0 hours per week.

As a Customer Services Assistant (Zero Hours), you will use your skills to maintain a high standard of quality work. In return, you will have the chance to progress your career with a company that invests in its people, celebrates individuality, and rewards and recognises employees who go beyond the plate.

Your Key Responsibilities Will Include

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

Our Ideal Catering Assistant Will

• 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

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.

Job Reference: com/2809/73970001/52836142/BU #Lodestone House

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!