Catering Assistant

OneRetail; Taunton; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Compass Group UK&I in Taunton is seeking a Catering Assistant to join a dynamic, fast-paced team in a high-street brand environment. You will prepare delicious food, create appealing displays, and handle transactions at the counter.

The role emphasizes safety, teamwork, and delivering exceptional service under pressure, with opportunities for growth within a company that values individuals and invests in employees.

Qualifications

• Excellent customer service skills and a positive attitude.
• Ability to work as part of a busy team and adapt to changing priorities.
• Strong time management and reliability to meet service standards.

Responsibilities

• Prepare delicious, high-quality food for clients and customers.
• Create eye-catching food and counter displays.
• Represent a major high-street brand and uphold its image.
• Handle transactions and operate the cash register efficiently.
• Maintain high standards of food handling and hygiene.
• Adhere to Health & Safety regulations to ensure a safe workplace.

Skills

Customer service

Teamwork

Time management

Reliability

Safety awareness

Under pressure

Tools

Cash register

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.

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 a major High Street brand 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/0608/45149001/52825304/BU #One Retail

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!