Catering Assistant

IMI Group; West Midlands; Vor Ort; GBP 12.000 - 17.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

IMI plc is seeking a Catering Assistant to join our on-site catering team. You'll help prepare hot and cold dishes, set up food displays, and serve employees during lunchtime (12:00-14:00). This hands-on role blends creativity, customer interaction, and teamwork to deliver a high-quality dining experience.

Approx working hours are 7:30am-3:30pm, Monday to Friday. You’ll learn new skills, contribute to events, manage stock, and work closely with our Catering Team Leader to uphold hygiene, food

Qualifikationen

• Experience in catering or hospitality with food preparation and customer service.
• Knowledge of food hygiene and safety standards (Basic Food Hygiene Certificate desirable).
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple tasks.
• Collaborative team player with effective communication.

Aufgaben

• Assist with preparing and presenting food for lunchtime service (12:00-14:00) following hygiene standards.
• Display food attractively and monitor presentation during service.
• Serve employees promptly and politely.
• Clean and sanitize surfaces and equipment.
• Wash, dry and store dishes and utensils.
• Replenish stock and monitor supplies.
• Assist with ad hoc duties across the catering facility as directed by Chef Team Leader.
• Manage stock levels to prevent shortages or excess and minimise waste.
• Maintain ongoing compliance through food safety and hygiene training.
• Review menus and adapt to seasonal ingredients and customer preferences.

Kenntnisse

Catering experience

Food hygiene

Fast-paced environment

Team collaboration

Ausbildung

Basic Food Hygiene Certificate

Jobbeschreibung

IMI plc

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Role Overview

This is an exciting opportunity to join our friendly catering team and play a key role in delivering a high-quality food service experience. As a Catering Assistant you will join a fast- paced team environment where no two days are the same. If you enjoy working with people, have a passion for great food, and take pride in maintaining high standards, this role is perfect for you.

You’ll be involved in a variety of tasks, from preparing delicious hot and cold dishes to catering attractive food displays and serving employees. It’s a hand- on role that combines creativity, customer interaction, and teamwork, giving you the chance to learn new skills and make a real impact on the dining experience. You’ll have the opportunity to contribute to special events and themed menus, while gaining hands- on experience in food preparation and service. You’ll also develop skills in stock management and work alongside our experienced catering team to enhance your knowledge and expertise.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist the team with preparing and presenting food for lunchtime service (12:00-14:00), ensuring all tasks comply with hygiene and safety standards.
• Display food in an appealing manner and regularly check presentation throughout service to upload quality and visual standards.
• Serve employees promptly and politely, ensuring positive dining experience.
• Clean and sanitise work surfaces and equipment after use to maintain a safe and hygienic environment.
• Wash, dry and store dishes and utensils efficiently after service to keep operations running smoothly.
• Replenish stock levels and monitor supplies to avoid shortages.
• Carry out ad hoc duties across the catering facility as directed by Chef Team Leader to ensure overall efficiency.
• Manage stock levels effectively to prevent shortages or excess, minimise food waste, and collaborate with suppliers to secure the best value and quality.
• Ensure ongoing compliance through regular completion of food safety, health, and hygiene training.
• Assist with reviewing and maintaining kitchen equipment, working closely with the Facilities Manager to ensure everything remains in optimal condition.
• Review menus regularly and adapt them to reflect seasonal ingredients and customer preferences.

Critical Competencies for Success

• Previous experience in catering or hospitality, particularly involving food preparation and customer service.
• Understanding of food hygiene and safety standards (Basic Food Hygiene Certificate is desirable)
• Comfortable working in a fast- paced environment and managing multiple tasks efficiently.
• Works collaboratively with colleagues to ensure smooth operations.
• Maintains high standards in food presentation and cleanliness.
• Communicates effectively with employees and team members to provide excellent service.

Other

This role is on site Monday-Friday.

Approx hours are 7:30am-3:30pm.