Catering Service Assistant — Fast-Paced Café

Thomas Franks Ltd; Brighton; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 17,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free meals on duty

Volunteer leave

Cycle to work scheme

Recommend a friend bonus

Apprenticeship programme

Career progression

Team & company social events

Employee assistance programme

Wider wallet scheme

Training and development

Job summary

Thomas Franks Ltd in Brighton is hiring a Casual General Assistant for our state-of-the-art location affiliated with the University of Sussex. The role requires experience in fast-paced catering and a willingness to support the team across multiple service areas.

Join a busy breakfast, lunch, cafe and bar operation with a strong focus on excellent customer service and food safety. Be prepared for occasional evening or weekend shifts for functions and events.

Qualifications

• Experience in fast-paced catering environments.
• Able to lift moderately heavy items.
• Adheres to Food Hygiene and Health & Safety policies and allergen controls.
• Good written and spoken English.

Responsibilities

• Serve customers and replenish stocks.
• Prepare service areas for daily operations.
• Set up, serve, clear, and store away food and beverages for events.
• Prepare basic food for sale and ensure hygiene standards.
• Restock stocks and manage waste during service.
• Handle rubbish and recycle correctly.
• Occasionally work evenings and weekends for events.
• Comply with company food standards and safety protocols.

Skills

Teamwork

Verbal English

Written English

Food hygiene certificate

Customer service

Flexible/adaptable

Reliability

Willingness to learn

Education

Food hygiene certificate

Job description

Thomas Franks Ltd in Brighton is hiring a Casual General Assistant for our state-of-the-art location affiliated with the University of Sussex. The role requires experience in fast-paced catering and a willingness to support the team across multiple service areas.

Join a busy breakfast, lunch, cafe and bar operation with a strong focus on excellent customer service and food safety. Be prepared for occasional evening or weekend shifts for functions and events.