Catering Assistant — Growth, Training & Team Support

Gather + Gather; Barnard Castle; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Operational training

Life assurance

Personal development

Wellbeing programme

Social events

Holiday purchase scheme

Discount vouchers

Job summary

CH&CO, part of Compass Group UK&I, is seeking a Catering Assistant to join a dynamic, fast-paced team. You’ll prepare high-quality food, craft appealing displays, handle transactions, and uphold food hygiene and safety standards in a client-facing role. We value a positive, can-do attitude, genuine customer service, and reliability. Training and development are provided, with wellbeing support and opportunities to grow within the friendly company culture.

Qualifications

• Friendly, customer-focused service ability.
• Able to work as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Positive can-do attitude and willingness to learn.
• Thrives under pressure while maintaining quality.
• Strong time management and dependable work ethic.
• Safety-conscious with adherence to hygiene standards.

Responsibilities

• Prepare delicious, high-quality food that delights clients and customers.
• Craft eye-catching food and counter displays to attract customers.
• Proudly representing CH&CO and embodying a positive brand image.
• Handle transactions and operate the cash register efficiently.
• Uphold the highest standards of Food Handling & Hygiene.
• Ensure a safe and healthy work environment by following Health & Safety rules.

Skills

Customer service excellence

Team collaboration

Positive attitude

Work under pressure

Time management

Reliability

Job description

CH&CO, part of Compass Group UK&I, is seeking a Catering Assistant to join a dynamic, fast-paced team. You’ll prepare high-quality food, craft appealing displays, handle transactions, and uphold food hygiene and safety standards in a client-facing role. We value a positive, can-do attitude, genuine customer service, and reliability. Training and development are provided, with wellbeing support and opportunities to grow within the friendly company culture.