Catering Assistant / Front of House

BM Caterers; Greater London; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Birthday day off

Michelin-star chef masterclasses

Development courses Levels 2–7

Apprenticeship and career development

Free lunch on shift

Pension and life assurance

Cycle-to-work scheme

Job summary

BM Caterers is seeking a proactive Catering Assistant / Front-of-House Team Member to join our Marylebone team. You will be the face of our service, delivering outstanding customer care across our workplace restaurants, premium coffee bars, and corporate venues, helping to set up for events and maintain a warm, welcoming environment.

You'll support preparation and service, assist with daily meals and events, and follow hygiene and safety standards.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in catering, food service or kitchen support is helpful but not essential; full training will be provided.
• A Food Hygiene certificate is desirable.
• Ability to follow instructions and work well as part of a team.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment and able to lift/move deliveries and equipment.
• Flexible approach to shift patterns and tasks.
• Friendly, professional manner with good attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Assist with food preparation, including basic food handling and portioning under guidance from chefs or kitchen staff.
• Support service of meals, including counter service, buffet setup, and replenishment of food stations.
• Help set up and break down catering areas for meetings, events, and functions.
• Maintain cleanliness of service and dining areas, following daily and weekly cleaning schedules.
• Wash, clean, and store equipment, utensils, and surfaces in line with hygiene standards.
• Assist with stock rotation, deliveries, and inventory checks.
• Report any equipment faults or maintenance issues.
• Follow all food safety, health and safety, and allergen procedures at all times.
• Carry out other ad hoc duties as required; flexibility is essential.

Skills

Food service

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Flexible shifts

Education

Food Hygiene certificate

Job description

Catering Assistant/Front of House - BM Caterers

Location: Marylebone Salary: £15.52 per hour Contract: 40hrs per week

Help Create Exceptional Hospitality Experiences

We are looking for an energetic and friendly Catering Assistant / Front-of-House Team Member to join us at BM Caterers. In this role, you will be the face of our service, delivering exceptional customer care across our vibrant workplace restaurants, premium coffee bars, and corporate hospitality zones. Whether you are welcoming guests, serving fresh artisan food, or helping set up for evening hospitality, your passion for service will help create an uplifting experience for our clients every day.

Overview

Job Description

Support the preparation, service, and smooth running of catering operations, helping to deliver high-quality food and a well-organized service across daily meals and events.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with food preparation, including basic food handling and portioning under guidance from chefs or kitchen staff
• Support service of meals, including counter service, buffet setup, and replenishment of food stations
• Help set up and break down catering areas for meetings, events, and functions
• Maintain cleanliness of service and dining areas, following daily and weekly cleaning schedules
• Wash, clean, and store equipment, utensils, and surfaces in line with hygiene standards
• Assist with stock rotation, deliveries, and inventory checks
• Report any equipment faults or maintenance issues
• Follow all food safety, health and safety, and allergen procedures at all times
• Carry out other ad hoc duties as required; flexibility is essential, as tasks may vary day to day

Requirements

• Previous experience in catering, food service, or kitchen support is helpful but not essential - full training will be provided
• A Food Hygiene certificate is desirable
• Ability to follow instructions and work well as part of a team
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment, and able to lift/move deliveries and equipment
• Flexible approach to shift patterns and tasks
• Friendly, professional manner with good attention to detail

Additional Information

• An annual day off for your birthday (after first year of service)
• Monthly masterclasses with Michelin-starred chefs
• Fully funded development courses from Levels 2 to 7
• Apprenticeship and career development opportunities
• Freedom Friday - a paid day off to volunteer at a charity of your choice
• Free lunch on shift
• Discounts and cashback at a wide range of retail and leisure outlets
• Cycle-to-work scheme
• 24/7 access to the Mental Health Charter App
• Enhanced parental leave
• Paid leave for fertility treatment
• Grandparent leave
• Extra paid day off for your wedding or commitment day
• Pension and life assurance

At BM Caterers, we're proud to be an inclusive employer. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued, supported and able to thrive. Even if you don't meet every requirement, we'd still love to hear from you.