Catering Assistant — Kitchen, Service & Events

OCS; Livingston; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 15,000; Full time

Job summary

OCS UK & Ireland in Livingston is looking for a General Assistant to join our kitchen team. The role involves food prep, maintaining cleanliness, receiving deliveries, and serving customers according to the chef's menu.

You will work Monday to Thursday, 10am-6pm, with training provided on food hygiene and customer service. The ideal candidate can stand for long periods, has good time management and a passion for hospitality.

Qualifications

• Must have right to work in the UK.
• Food hygiene Level 2 would be desirable but training can be provided.
• Excellent customer service skills are essential.
• Good time-management and organisational abilities.

Responsibilities

• Assist with food preparation tasks (peeling, chopping, trimming, sandwiches, salads).
• Maintain kitchen cleanliness and equipment, and keep utensils/displays clean.
• Receive/unpack deliveries and organise storage areas.
• Serve food to customers per menu; may host/wait at events.
• Top up vending services.

Skills

Time management

Organisational skills

Customer service

Stamina (standing for long periods)

Education

Food hygiene Level 2 (desirable)

Job description

OCS UK & Ireland in Livingston is looking for a General Assistant to join our kitchen team. The role involves food prep, maintaining cleanliness, receiving deliveries, and serving customers according to the chef's menu.

You will work Monday to Thursday, 10am-6pm, with training provided on food hygiene and customer service. The ideal candidate can stand for long periods, has good time management and a passion for hospitality.