Catering Assistant

Dine Contract Catering Ltd; Poole; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 17,000; Full time

Job summary

Dine Contract Catering Ltd in Poole is seeking a friendly Catering Assistant to join our fast-paced team. You will help prepare high-quality food, craft appealing displays, and assist customers at the till, delivering excellent service throughout daytime shifts.

We value teamwork, safety, and sustainability, with training and growth opportunities within Compass Group UK&I. This full-time, on-site role offers a supportive environment and clear progression paths.

Qualifications

• Experience in customer-facing roles is preferred.
• Ability to work as part of a team in a busy environment.
• Demonstrates reliability and good time management.

Responsibilities

• Prepare delicious, high-quality food for clients and customers.
• Create eye-catching food displays to attract customers.
• Represent DINE with a positive brand image.
• Handle transactions and operate the cash register efficiently.
• Maintain high standards of food handling and hygiene.
• Follow Health & Safety regulations to ensure a safe workplace.

Skills

Customer service

Team player

Time management

Pressure handling

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: Full-time (Days)
• Tues: Full-time (Days)
• Weds: Mornings
• Thurs: Full-time (Days)
• Fri: Mornings

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 DINE 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

Personality behind every plate

Dine provides tailored food services to 140 clients in the business and industry sector. With over two decades of industry experience, we pride ourselves on offering a personalised approach to our clients, whilst delivering outstanding service. Our passion lies in creating great-tasting menus, promoting sustainability, and proudly working with local suppliers and communities. That?s why our menus feature only locally sourced, seasonal, and sustainable ingredients with a target of reaching Climate Zero.

Our secret ingredient - our people!

If you've got what it takes to join some of the food service industry's best and brightest, we want to hear from you. Chefs, customer assistants, support and office roles: explore our live vacancies today.

Job Reference: com/2010/99764001/52809849/R/BU #DINE

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!