Food Service Assistant

Compass Group PLC; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food services company in Edinburgh is looking for a Food Service Assistant to join their dynamic team. In this role, you'll prepare high-quality dishes, create appealing food displays, and provide excellent customer service, all while ensuring compliance with food safety standards. The company values growth and offers opportunities for advancement in a supportive environment that recognises hard work and dedication.

Qualifications

• Experience in catering essential with a strong focus on customer service.
• A positive attitude and ability to work well in a team are crucial.
• Knowledge of hygiene and safety standards required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare dishes to serve customers with the best quality.
• Create attractive food displays to entice customers.
• Maintain brand image through excellent customer service.
• Reduce food waste responsibly.
• Handle transactions smoothly at the cash register.
• Support kitchen organisation and cleanliness.
• Adhere to food handling and hygiene regulations.
• Follow health and safety protocols.

Skills

Previous experience in a similar catering role

Positive can-do attitude

Passion for world-class food and customer service

Strong team player

Excellent communication skills

Understanding of Food Handling & Hygiene standards

Flexible working approach

Collaborative team player

Job description

As a Food Service 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.

Responsibilities

• Preparing high-quality, ready-made dishes to serve our customers at their best
• Crafting eye-catching food and counter displays that draw customers in
• Maintaining a positive brand image through exemplary customer service
• Recording and reducing food waste levels
• Handling transactions with ease and operating the cash register efficiently
• Supporting with all kitchen organisation, stocking, and cleaning responsibilities
• Complying with Food Handling & Hygiene standards
• Complying with Health & Safety regulations

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a similar catering role
• Bring a positive, can-do attitude to everything you do
• Be passionate about world-class food and customer service
• Be a strong team player with excellent communication skills
• Have a good understanding of Food Handling & Hygiene standards
• Have a flexible approach to working
• Excel as a supportive and collaborative team player

Personality behind every plate

About Dine

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 by 2030.