Catering Assistant / Front of House

WSH Group; Greater London; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Birthday day off (after first year)

Michelin-starred chef masterclasses

Fully funded development courses (L2–L

Apprenticeship and career development

Freedom Friday - paid day off to volun

Free lunch on shift

Pension and life assurance

Discounts and cashback at retail/leisu

Cycle-to-work scheme

Mental Health Charter App access

Job summary

BM Caterers in Marylebone is seeking an energetic Catering Assistant / Front-of-House Team Member to be the face of our service across workplace restaurants, coffee bars, and corporate hospitality zones. You will greet guests, serve artisanal foods, and help set up for events with a strong focus on customer care and teamwork.

The role supports daily meals and events, ensuring smooth service, hygiene, and a welcoming atmosphere for clients and colleagues.

Qualifications

• Previous catering/food service experience is helpful but not required; full training is provided.
• Food Hygiene certificate is desirable.
• Ability to follow instructions and work well in a team.
• Comfortable 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 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 per schedules.
• Wash, clean, and store equipment, utensils, and surfaces following hygiene standards.
• Assist with stock rotation, deliveries, and inventory checks.
• Report equipment faults or maintenance issues.
• Follow all food safety and health & safety procedures.
• Carry out other ad hoc duties; flexibility is essential.

Skills

Food Hygiene certificate

Teamwork

Fast-paced environment

Flexible shifts

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

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

Why join BM Caterers?

• 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.