Catering Assistant

Lodestone House; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Learning and development opportunities

Job summary

Compass Group UK&I is recruiting a Catering Assistant at Lodestone House. The role involves preparing high-quality food, creating appealing displays, and representing the Compass brand in a busy, customer-facing environment.

You will handle cash transactions and ensure top hygiene standards. The ideal candidate brings a positive attitude, a genuine passion for service, and reliability, with the ability to thrive under pressure and manage time effectively.

Qualifications

• Experience in catering is beneficial but enthusiasm and reliability matter.
• Ability to deliver friendly, high-quality customer service in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong time management and ability to work under pressure while maintaining safety.
• Commitment to food hygiene and safe work practices, including cash handling when required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and present high-quality food for clients and customers.
• Create appealing food displays and counter setups to attract customers.
• Represent Compass Group UK&I and maintain a positive brand image.
• Handle transactions and operate cash register efficiently.
• Uphold food handling and hygiene standards at all times.
• Adhere to Health & Safety regulations to maintain a safe work environment.

Skills

Positive attitude

Customer service

Team player

Time management

Safety awareness

Tools

POS system

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:

• Mon: Evenings
• Fri: Evenings
• Sat: Full-time (Days)
• Sun: Full-time (Days)

Please note: This role is contracted to 42 weeks per year

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/2509/W40101/52835823/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!