Catering Assistant

Chartwells; Staines-upon-Thames; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading catering service provider in Staines-upon-Thames is seeking a Catering Assistant to prepare high-quality food and provide exceptional customer service. The ideal candidate will excel under pressure, demonstrate a positive attitude, and prioritize safety in their work. This role offers competitive pay and real chances for growth within a supportive environment, emphasizing individual talent and team collaboration.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Learning and development opportunities

Dynamic work environment

Qualifications

• Genuine passion for delivering exceptional customer service.
• Impeccable time-management and reliability.
• Previous experience in a catering role is a bonus.

Responsibilities

• Preparing delicious, high-quality food.
• Creating eye-catching food and counter displays.
• Handling transactions and operating the cash register.
• Upholding food handling and hygiene standards.
• Ensuring a safe work environment.

Skills

Positive attitude

Customer service

Team player

Time management

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.

Shift patterns

Other

This role is contracted to 42 weeks per year.

Key responsibilities

• Preparing delicious, high‑quality food that delights our clients and customers
• Crafting eye‑catching food and counter displays that draw customers in
• Representing Chartwells proudly 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

Ideal candidate

• 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.

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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!