Catering Assistant - Croydon

Equipment Sales & Service Limited.; London Borough of Croydon; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 15,000; Full time

Job summary

Compass Group UK&I's Medirest is hiring a Catering Assistant to support busy service periods in a fast-paced environment. You will prepare meals, create appealing displays, and represent the brand with a positive, can-do attitude.

You’ll handle transactions, uphold food safety standards, follow health and safety rules, and thrive as part of a collaborative team. This role offers growth within one of the UK’s largest hospitality organisations and a clear path to develop valuable service skills.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a catering role is a bonus; enthusiasm matters.

Responsibilities

• Prepare meals and high-quality food that delights clients and customers.
• Craft displays that attract customers and showcase products.
• Handle transactions and operate the cash register efficiently.
• Uphold the highest standards of food handling and hygiene.
• Ensure a safe and healthy work environment by following Health & Safety regulations.
• Bring a positive, can-do attitude and work well in a team.
• Prioritise safety in every task and demonstrate reliability.

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 Healthcare 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
• 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/1210/87753001/52773109/BU #Medirest Signature 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!