Catering Assistant - Part Time with Great Perks

Sodexo Ltd; Burton upon Trent; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 15,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Wellbeing platform access

Employee Assistance Programme

24hr virtual GP Service

Sodexo Discounts Scheme

Pension Plan

Learning & development tools

Bike to Work Scheme

Enhanced benefits & leave policies

Job summary

Sodexo Ltd is hiring a Catering Assistant for Tutbury on a part-time basis. You will deliver friendly customer service, assist with preparation, serving and catering operations, and ensure clean, well-presented dining areas and accurate cash handling.

Role requires knowledge of food safety, health & safety practices, and a flexible approach to working evenings, weekends, and bank holidays as needed. Training and career development opportunities available.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in catering, hospitality or similar customer-focused role (essential).
• A passion for delivering excellent customer service and a positive dining experience.
• Good knowledge of Food Safety, food hygiene and Health & Safety practices.
• Friendly, approachable and professional manner.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong organisational and time-management skills during busy service periods.
• Attention to detail and commitment to cleanliness and presentation.
• Reliable, proactive and flexible approach to work.
• Ability to follow instructions, food safety procedures and cleaning schedules.
• Positive attitude towards learning and developing new skills.
• Understanding of stock rotation, food waste management and safe food handling.
• Ability to stay calm, organized and customer-focused in a busy catering environment.
• Flexibility to support changing operational requirements, including evenings, weekends and bank holidays.
• Physically active role incl. standing, food prep, cleaning and handling supplies.
• Recognised Food Safety or Health & Safety qualifications would be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Deliver excellent customer service, creating a friendly and welcoming experience.
• Assist with preparation, presentation and service of food and beverages to high standards.
• Set up and maintain food service counters, keeping displays attractive and stocked.
• Serve customers efficiently, provide menu information and promote products.
• Operate tills and process transactions with accurate cash handling.
• Ensure menus, prices and signage are displayed clearly.
• Support front-of-house and back-of-house catering operations.
• Assist with hospitality and vending machine replenishment when required.
• Maintain clean, tidy dining areas including tables, counters and seating.
• Carry out cleaning duties and follow schedules for pots, pans and utensils.
• Store food correctly with proper stock rotation and expiry checks.
• Monitor and record food waste to minimise wastage.
• Follow Food Safety, Health & Safety, COSHH and hygiene procedures.
• Identify hazards or safety concerns and report promptly.
• Complete daily cleaning records and required documentation accurately.
• Respond to customer feedback and help resolve concerns.
• Work with Catering Manager and team to maintain service standards.
• Support additional catering duties during busy periods or events.
• Participate in meetings and training to maintain high standards.
• Maintain professional appearance and proactive customer focus.

Skills

Customer service

Food safety

Food hygiene

Communication

Teamwork

Time management

Flexible

Cash handling

Stock rotation

Positive attitude

Job description

Sodexo Ltd is hiring a Catering Assistant for Tutbury on a part-time basis. You will deliver friendly customer service, assist with preparation, serving and catering operations, and ensure clean, well-presented dining areas and accurate cash handling.

Role requires knowledge of food safety, health & safety practices, and a flexible approach to working evenings, weekends, and bank holidays as needed. Training and career development opportunities available.