Catering Assistant

Chartwells Independent; Oxford; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Life assurance

Training & development

Wellbeing programme

Social events

Holiday purchase scheme

Discount vouchers

Job summary

CH&CO is recruiting an Assistant - Zero Hours to support daily catering operations at Oxford. This permanent casual role offers flexible shifts and opportunities to develop within a respected hospitality team.

You will help prepare food, serve customers, handle transactions, and maintain high hygiene standards while delivering great customer service in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Ability to work in a fast-paced catering environment.
• Basic food hygiene and safety awareness.
• Willingness to learn and adapt to shift patterns.

Responsibilities

• Prepare delicious, high-quality food for clients and customers.
• Craft displays to attract customers and drive sales.
• Represent CH&CO with a positive brand image.
• Handle transactions at the till efficiently.
• Uphold high standards of food handling and hygiene.
• Ensure a safe, healthy work environment by following safety regulations.

Skills

Customer service

Food handling

Cash register

Teamwork

Time management

Job description

We're currently recruiting a dedicated Assistant - Zero Hours to help ensure the smooth running of the operations in CH&CO on a permanent casual basis, contracted to 0 hours per week.

As a 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.

Working with us has its perks! People are at the heart of everything we do, so we've developed a range of benefits and development opportunities:

• Great operational training and development
• Life assurance scheme
• Personal Development and Training opportunities - We are passionate about our growing team
• A great wellbeing strategy - including access to our Employee Assistance Programme
• Regular social events and communication with our leaders
• A holiday purchase scheme
• Access to some great high street discount vouchers

Here's an idea of what your shift patterns will be: Variable shifts

Could you bring your spark to CH&CO? Here's what you need to know before applying:

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 CH&CO 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

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CH&CO, a part of 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!