Catering Assistant: Fast-Paced Food & Customer Service

Chartwells Independent; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Learning & development opportunities

Employee perks

Job summary

Compass Group UK&I is seeking a friendly Catering Assistant to join a fast-paced team. You will prepare quality meals, craft displays, and assist customers while upholding safety and hygiene standards. This is a chance to grow within a supportive environment and be part of one of the UK’s largest catering groups.

You’ll work in a hands-on role that values enthusiasm, reliability, and teamwork, with opportunities for training and development across many sites in the UK.

Qualifications

• Experience in catering is a bonus, but enthusiasm matters most.
• Commitment to high standards of food handling and hygiene.
• Comfortable working under pressure and in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare high-quality food for clients and customers.
• Create appealing food and counter displays to attract customers.
• Represent Compass Group UK&I and maintain a positive brand image.
• Handle transactions and operate the cash register efficiently.
• Uphold Food Handling & Hygiene standards and health & safety rules.

Skills

Customer service

Team player

Time management

Safety awareness

Tools

Cash register

Job description

Compass Group UK&I is seeking a friendly Catering Assistant to join a fast-paced team. You will prepare quality meals, craft displays, and assist customers while upholding safety and hygiene standards. This is a chance to grow within a supportive environment and be part of one of the UK’s largest catering groups.

You’ll work in a hands-on role that values enthusiasm, reliability, and teamwork, with opportunities for training and development across many sites in the UK.