Catering Assistant

Chartwells Independent; Waterlooville; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Great perks

Learning & development

Job summary

Compass Group UK&I is seeking a Catering Assistant to join a dynamic, fast-paced team. You will contribute to a positive work environment, deliver friendly customer service, and help maintain high standards across a busy high street setting.

You'll handle food preparation, displays, and cash transactions, while upholding food hygiene and safety requirements. If you thrive under pressure and enjoy working with people, this role offers great perks and learning opportunities within a leading

Qualifications

• Positive, can-do attitude in daily tasks.
• Demonstrated passion for delivering customer service.
• Collaborative team player with a proactive mindset.
• Comfort working under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong time management and reliability.
• Commitment to safety and hygiene standards.
• Previous catering experience is a bonus, enthusiasm matters most.

Responsibilities

• Prepare high-quality food to delight clients and customers.
• Create appealing displays to attract customers.
• Represent a major High Street brand with a positive image.
• Handle transactions and operate the cash register.
• Uphold food handling and hygiene standards.
• Follow Health & Safety regulations for a safe workplace.

Skills

Positive attitude

Customer service

Team player

Thriving under pressure

Time management

Safety awareness

Catering enthusiasm

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 patterns will be: Variable shifts

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.

• competitive pay
• great perks
• unrivalled opportunities for learning and development

Job Reference: com/0209/45044001/52830925/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!