Catering Assistant - Nights

Compass Group PLC; Leicester; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Compass Group UK & Ireland in Leicester is seeking a Catering Assistant for night shifts. You’ll join a fast-paced team, prepare high-quality food, display appealing counter setups, handle transactions, and uphold Food Handling & Hygiene standards.

The role offers opportunities to grow within a company that values individuality, supports colleagues, and partners with local suppliers to source seasonal, sustainable ingredients.

Qualifications

• Experience in catering or food service preferred.
• Ability to work nights and maintain high standards.
• Positive attitude and reliable team member.

Responsibilities

• Prepare delicious, high-quality food for clients and customers.
• Craft eye-catching food displays and counters to attract customers.
• Represent DINE and embody a positive brand image.
• Handle transactions at the cash register efficiently.
• Uphold the highest standards of food handling and hygiene.
• Ensure a safe, healthy work environment by following health and safety regulations.

Skills

Customer service

Teamwork

Time management

Hygiene awareness

Job description

Catering Assistant - Nights

2026-09-23T00:00:00

City of Leicester

GB

Contract

2026-12-25T15:02:58.87

This job is with Compass Group UK & Ireland, an inclusive employer and a member of myGwork - the largest global platform for the LGBTQ+ business community. Please do not contact the recruiter directly.

As a Catering Assistant, you'll be part of a dynamic, fast-paced team, contributing to a positive and friendly work environment. The role offers numerous opportunities for growth within a company that values individuality and invests in its employees. Your hard work will be recognised and rewarded, making it an excellent chance to advance in a supportive setting.

Here's an idea of what your shift pattern will be:

• Mon: Nights
• Tues: Nights
• Weds: Nights
• Thurs: Nights
• Fri: Nights
• Sat: Nights
• Sun: Nights

Please note: This role is contracted to weeks per year

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Preparing delicious, high-quality food that delights our clients and customers
• Crafting eye-catching food and counter displays that draw customers in
• Proudly representing DINE and embodying our positive brand image
• Handling transactions with ease and operating the cash register efficiently
• Upholding the highest standards of Food Handling & Hygiene
• Ensuring a safe and healthy work environment by adhering to Health & Safety regulations

Our ideal Catering Assistant will:

• Bring a positive, can-do attitude to everything you do
• Show genuine passion for delivering exceptional customer service
• Excel as a supportive and collaborative team player
• Embrace the excitement of thriving under pressure
• Demonstrate impeccable time management and reliability
• Prioritise safety in every task you undertake
• Previous experience in a similar catering role is a bonus, but your enthusiasm is what truly matters

Personality behind every plate Dine provides tailored food services to 140 clients in the business and industry sector. With over two decades of industry experience, we pride ourselves on offering a personalised approach to our clients, whilst delivering outstanding service. Our passion lies in creating great-tasting menus, promoting sustainability, and proudly working with local suppliers and communities. That’s why our menus feature only locally sourced, seasonal, and sustainable ingredients with a target of reaching Climate Zero.

Our secret ingredient - our people! If you’ve got what it takes to join some of the food service industry's best and brightest, we want to hear from you. Chefs, customer assistants, support and office roles: explore our live vacancies today.

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Compass Group UK&I is committed to fostering an environment where every individual can truly be themselves at work and has equal opportunities to advance in their careers. We strive to build a culture that respects and celebrates the unique talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities of all our team members. We want our colleagues to feel valued, empowered to reach their full potential, and to thrive - because diversity is our strength!