Catering Assistant — Kitchen, Service & Events

Manchester Arndale; Kettering; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 15,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Hapi app discounts

Wagestream early pay

Retail perks

Job summary

OCS UK & Ireland is seeking a Kitchen Assistant to support our catering and hospitality services within a facilities management setting. You will help prepare food, maintain kitchen cleanliness, assist with deliveries, and serve guests according to the chef's menu.

The role requires reliability and good time management, with training provided for hygiene and safety. Shifts run on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays, offering a supported environment and opportunities for development.

Qualifications

• Experience in a commercial kitchen is preferred.
• A basic catering/hospitality certificate is desirable but training can be provided.
• Excellent time management under pressure.
• Good organisational abilities required.
• Ability to stand for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Help with food preparation tasks such as peeling, chopping, trimming, and making sandwiches and salads.
• Maintain cleanliness in the kitchen area and equipment, including utensils and catering stations.
• Assist with receiving and unpacking deliveries and organise storage areas.
• Serve food items to customers according to the menu prepared by Chefs; may host/waiter at events.
• Top up vending services.

Skills

Kitchen experience

Time management

Organisational skills

Customer service

Education

Food handling certificate

Job description

OCS UK & Ireland is seeking a Kitchen Assistant to support our catering and hospitality services within a facilities management setting. You will help prepare food, maintain kitchen cleanliness, assist with deliveries, and serve guests according to the chef's menu.

The role requires reliability and good time management, with training provided for hygiene and safety. Shifts run on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays, offering a supported environment and opportunities for development.