Catering Assistant

SmartRecruiters, Inc.; Perth; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Aramark UK in Perth is seeking a reliable Catering Assistant to join our catering team in a permanent role. You will support food preparation, service, and hygiene standards while assisting with event setups and daily kitchen duties.

The role requires strong organisational skills, a willingness to learn, and the ability to work weekends and evenings. We value safety, teamwork, and high-quality guest service in a fast-paced hospitality environment.

Qualifications

• Demonstrable knowledge of food hygiene and safety practices (or willingness to obtain Food Hygiene Certificate Level 2)
• Previous experience in a catering, hospitality, or food service environment (desirable)
• Strong organisational and time management skills
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent people skills and ability to work collaboratively within a team.
• Attention to detail and commitment to maintaining high standards
• Reliable and punctual with flexibility to work varied shift patterns, including weekends and evenings
• Basic communication skills and ability to follow instructions clearly
• Knowledge of dietary requirements and allergen awareness (desirable)
• Experience with food service equipment and kitchen operations (desirable)

Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation and presentation of food items in accordance with recipes and food safety standards
• Support the setup and breakdown of catering events, including arranging tables, chairs, and service equipment
• Maintain cleanliness and organisation of the kitchen and food preparation areas, adhering to strict hygiene protocols
• Assist with the serving of food and beverages to guests, ensuring a professional and courteous service
• Help with stock management, including receiving, storing, and rotating food items appropriately
• Wash, clean, and sterilise kitchen equipment and utensils to the required standards
• Support senior catering staff with general duties as required, demonstrating flexibility and willingness to learn
• Respond promptly to requests from team members and contribute to a positive working environment
• Comply with all food safety regulations and organisational policies at all times

Skills

Food hygiene knowledge

Catering experience

Time management

Organisational skills

People skills

Attention to detail

Reliability

Flexibility

Communication skills

Fast-paced work

Job description

We are seeking a reliable and organised Catering Assistant to join our catering team in Perth, United Kingdom. This is a permanent position offering an excellent opportunity to develop your skills within a professional hospitality environment. The successful candidate will provide essential support to our catering operations, ensuring high standards of food preparation, service, and hygiene are maintained at all times.

• Assist in the preparation and presentation of food items in accordance with recipes and food safety standards
• Support the setup and breakdown of catering events, including arranging tables, chairs, and service equipment
• Maintain cleanliness and organisation of the kitchen and food preparation areas, adhering to strict hygiene protocols
• Assist with the serving of food and beverages to guests, ensuring a professional and courteous service
• Help with stock management, including receiving, storing, and rotating food items appropriately
• Wash, clean, and sterilise kitchen equipment and utensils to the required standards
• Support senior catering staff with general duties as required, demonstrating flexibility and willingness to learn
• Respond promptly to requests from team members and contribute to a positive working environment
• Comply with all food safety regulations and organisational policies at all times

Qualifications

• Demonstrable knowledge of food hygiene and safety practices (or willingness to obtain Food Hygiene Certificate Level 2)
• Previous experience in a catering, hospitality, or food service environment (desirable)
• Strong organisational and time management skills
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent people skills and ability to work collaboratively within a team.
• Attention to detail and commitment to maintaining high standards
• Reliable and punctual with flexibility to work varied shift patterns, including weekends and evenings
• Basic communication skills and ability to follow instructions clearly
• Knowledge of dietary requirements and allergen awareness (desirable)
• Experience with food service equipment and kitchen operations (desirable)

Additional Information

At Aramark UK, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone is valued and empowered to thrive.

As a proud Disability Confident Employer, we actively encourage applications from individuals of all abilities and are dedicated to supporting employees with disabilities throughout their career journey.

We are an Armed Forces Friendly organisation and proud signatory of the Armed Forces Covenant. We welcome applications from veterans, service leavers, cadet forces adult volunteers, reservists and military families.

For roles requiring security clearance, any offer of employment will be conditional upon the successful completion and maintenance of the required level of security clearance. Applicants must meet the relevant eligibility and residency requirements applicable to that level of clearance.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and we expect all employees and workers to share this commitment. Where relevant to the role, safer recruitment checks will apply, including referencesand an enhanced DBS checkin line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE).

We ensure our recruitment process is accessible, and reasonable adjustments are available at every stage, from application to interview and employment. If you require any adjustments or have any questions, please reach out to our recruitment team – [e-mail]

Join us in fostering a workplace where everyone can achieve their full potential.

All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence.