Events Catering Assistants (Central Venues)

Compass Group; Bristol; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hospitality service provider seeks an Events Catering Assistant to join their team at City Hall. The role involves assisting with food service and maintaining high standards of cleanliness at corporate and special events. Ideal candidates are positive, reliable, and enjoy working collaboratively. The position offers varied hours, including some weekends, within a supportive team environment that values diversity.

Benefits

Contributory pension scheme

Career development programs

Digital GP access

Travel discounts

Shopping discounts

Cinema ticket discounts

Cash rewards

Wellness classes

Family & friends discounts

Qualifications

• Previous catering or hospitality experience is a plus, but not essential.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the preparation and service of food and beverages.
• Set up and clear down event spaces.
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness and hygiene.
• Provide excellent customer service to guests and clients.
• Support the team during busy periods and weekend events when required.

Skills

Positive attitude

Good communication

Teamwork skills

Strong work ethic

Flexibility for weekend work

Job description

Events Catering Assistant (Central Venues)

We're looking for a friendly and reliable Events Catering Assistant to join our team at City Hall, supporting a variety of corporate and special events.

Location: City Hall based
Hours: Monday to Friday, 9am-5pm, with occasional weekend shifts

About the Role:
As an Events Catering Assistant, you'll play a key role in delivering exceptional food and service to our guests. You'll help set up and serve at corporate meetings, conferences, and receptions, ensuring everything runs smoothly and professionally.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist with the preparation and service of food and beverages
• Set up and clear down event spaces
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness and hygiene
• Provide excellent customer service to guests and clients
• Support the team during busy periods and weekend events when required

What We're Looking For:

• A positive attitude and strong work ethic
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• Previous catering or hospitality experience is a plus, but not essential
• Flexibility to work occasional weekend shifts

Why Join Us?

• Work in a prestigious venue at the heart of the city
• Be part of a supportive and professional team
• Enjoy a varied role with opportunities to grow

If you're passionate about hospitality and enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, we'd love to hear from you.

We reward your hard work with a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Contributory pension scheme
• Career development: Career Pathways and MyLearning programmes
• Healthcare: Digital GP access for you and your family
• Travel discounts: Savings with TUI, Expedia, Booking.com, and more
• Shopping discounts: On Tesco, Sainsbury's, Morrisons, and others
• Cinema: Up to 44% off tickets
• Cash rewards: Earn rewards every time you spend
• Wellness: Free mindfulness, wellness, and exercise classes
• Family & friends: Share discounts with loved ones

About Us

Part of Compass Group UK&I, Restaurant Associates provides brilliant hospitality through our food, drink and services. We work with our partners and collaborate with our clients to achieve great things together.Every day, our teams of passionate hospitality professionals strive for excellence in delivering employee dining and hospitality to some of the UK's leading workplace as well as inspiring exceptional experiences in iconic cultural and heritage destinations.

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!