Catering Assistant

Chartwells Independent; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Chartwells Independent is seeking a friendly Catering Assistant to join our dynamic, fast-paced team in Nottingham. You'll contribute to a positive work environment while delivering great service and high-quality food, with clear opportunities for growth.

Shift patterns are Mon-Fri, full-time days, with a focus on teamwork, safety and efficiency as you handle food preparation, display, transactions, and maintaining Hygienic standards.

Qualifications

• Positive, can-do attitude and a passion for delivering great service.
• Excellent teamwork and ability to thrive under pressure.
• Strong time management and reliability in a fast-paced catering environment.
• Good understanding of safety and hygiene in food handling.

Responsibilities

• Preparing delicious, high-quality food for clients and customers.
• Crafting appealing displays to draw customers in
• Representing Chartwells Independent with a positive brand image
• Handling transactions at the counter and operating the cash register
• Upholding high standards of food handling and hygiene
• Ensuring a safe, healthy work environment by following health and safety rules

Skills

Customer service

Team player

Time management

Reliability

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.

Here's an idea of what your shift patterns will be: Mon‑Fri (Full Time Days)

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 Restaurant Associates 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

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.

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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!