Catering Assistant

Chartwells Independent; Oldham; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Compass Group UK&I is hiring a Catering Assistant to join the 14Forty team in a busy, customer-facing environment. You’ll prepare food, display counter items, handle transactions, and help maintain high food hygiene standards.

This role emphasizes teamwork, reliability, and the ability to thrive under pressure. Shift pattern includes evenings, and the company offers opportunities for development across 6,000 venues in the UK.

Qualifications

• Positive attitude and enthusiasm for helping customers.
• Strong teamwork and collaboration in a busy environment.
• Good time management and reliability to meet shifts and tasks.
• Commitment to safety and food hygiene standards.
• Previous catering experience is a bonus but not required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare high-quality, tasty food for clients and customers.
• Create eye-catching displays to attract customers.
• Handle transactions and operate the cash register efficiently.
• Uphold the highest standards of Food Handling & Hygiene.

Skills

Customer service

Teamwork

Time management

Reliability

Safety awareness

Catering experience

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 pattern will be:

• Tues: Evenings
• Weds: Evenings
• Thurs: Evenings
• Fri: Evenings
• Sat: Evenings
• Sun: Evenings

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 14Forty 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/1809/99948001/52690533/BU #14Forty

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!