General Assistant

Lexington-Catering; Chichester; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free meals

Flexible working including part time

28 days holiday increasing to 31 days

Leave for life’s important moments

Paid volunteering days

Room to grow

Pension schemes and life assurance

Exclusive discounts

Job summary

Elior is seeking a General Assistant to support the smooth daily running of the site. You will help with cleaning, maintenance, stocking supplies, and assisting team members while following health and safety guidelines. You will interact with clients and visitors, delivering friendly service.

Working pattern: Monday to Friday, 8-hour shifts between 6:00am and 10:00pm. The role includes opportunities for growth within a large, people-first catering organisation across the UK.

Qualifications

• Flexibility to undertake a variety of tasks.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to follow instructions and work independently.
• Basic knowledge of health and safety practices.
• Positive attitude and reliability.

Responsibilities

• Assist with general cleaning, maintenance, and tidying of the work environment.
• Support team members with various duties as required.
• Help with receipt, storage, and distribution of supplies and equipment.
• Operate basic machinery or tools safely under supervision.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organised workspace.
• Follow health and safety guidelines and company policies.
• Provide excellent customer service when interacting with clients or visitors.

Skills

Flexibility

Communication

Teamwork

Independent work

Health & safety basics

Reliability

Job description

Posted Monday 10 August 2026 at 00:00 | Expires Wednesday 16 September 2026 at 23:59

Elior at work – Workdays Made Better with Great Food

A great workday starts withgreat food,and we know food at work should be more than just a sandwich at your desk. That’s why we bring exciting, fresh, and flexible catering to workplaces across the UK. Whether it’s a quick grab-and-go snack or a hearty lunch, with tech-powered ordering and diverse menus, we keep teams happy, energised, and ready to take on the day.

What you’ll be doing…

As aGeneral Assistant, you will provide support across various operational tasks to help ensure smooth daily running of the site or department.

• Assist with general cleaning, maintenance, and tidying of the work environment
• Support team members with various duties as required
• Help with the receipt, storage, and distribution of supplies and equipment
• Operate basic machinery or tools safely under supervision
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organised workspace
• Follow health and safety guidelines and company policies
• Provide excellent customer service when interacting with clients or visitors

Working pattern: Monday to Friday (8hr shifts between 6:00am and 10:00pm)

Job ID: 7069

What can you bring?

• Flexibility and willingness to undertake a variety of tasks
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to follow instructions and work independently
• Basic knowledge of health and safety practices
• Positive attitude and reliability

Brilliant Work Deserves Brilliant Perks!

At Elior, we believe that when you love where you work, it shows. That’s why we make sure our team feels appreciated, supported, and set up for success! Here’s what’s waiting for you:

• Free, tasty meals - Enjoy tasty, nutritious food on us while you work!
• Flexible working - including part time roles, because life doesn’t run on a 9-5 schedule.
• Plenty of Time to Unwind - 28 days of holiday, and after two years, enjoy even more with 31 days.
• Leave for life’s important moments - whether family, personal or unexpected.
• Give back time - paid volunteering days for the causes you care about.
• Room to grow - career development and learning opportunities for all stages of your career.
• Financial security - pension schemes and life assurance.
• Exclusive discounts - save on entertainment, leisure, and even travel!

Why You’ll Love Working Here

We’re a people-first business with over 10,000 colleagues across the UK, serving everything from stadiums to hospitals, schools to workplaces. Our mission? Toenrich lives everywhere, every day.

And here’s the best part - 87% of our team say they’re proud to work here!Why? Because we create a place where you’re listened to, trusted, supported, and valued.

Not sure you match every single requirement? Apply anyway! Research shows that many people - especially women and those from underrepresented backgrounds - hold back unless they meet 100% of the criteria. But we hire for potential, not just experience. If you’re passionate and ready to grow, we want to hear from you!

We Celebrate You!

At Elior, diversity and inclusion aren’t just policies, they’re who we are. We know that different perspectives make us stronger, and we’re dedicated to creating an environment where everyone feels seen, heard, and empowered to succeed.

Need any support or adjustments during the application process? Just let us know - we’re happy to help!