General Assistant

Restaurant Associates; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading catering company in Greater London seeks a General Assistant to maintain high standards of food quality and customer service. Responsibilities include preparing delicious food, crafting appealing counter displays, and ensuring safety compliance. The ideal candidate is reliable and enthusiastic, with a passion for delivering exceptional service. Join a supportive team that values individuality and invests in your career growth, while enjoying a full-time schedule with opportunities for advancement.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a similar catering role is a bonus, but enthusiasm matters.
• Ability to thrive under pressure.
• Commitment to safety and hygiene standards.

Responsibilities

• Prepare high-quality food that delights customers.
• Create attractive food displays.
• Execute transactions and operate cash register.
• Maintain food handling and hygiene standards.
• Ensure a safe working environment.

Skills

Positive attitude

Exceptional customer service

Team player

Time management

Reliability

Job description

We're currently recruiting a dedicated General Assistant to help ensure the smooth running of the operations in Restaurant Associates on a full time basis, contracted to 40 hours per week.

As a General Assistant, you will use your skills to maintain a high standard of quality work. In return, you will have the chance to progress your career with a company that invests in its people, celebrates individuality, and rewards and recognises employees who go beyond the plate.

Here's an idea of what your shift patterns will be: 5 out of 7 days

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Preparing delicious, high-quality food that delights our clients and customers
• Crafting eye-catching food and counter displays that draw customers in
• Proudly representing CH&CO and embodying our positive brand image
• Handling transactions with ease and operating the cash register efficiently
• Upholding the highest standards of Food Handling & Hygiene
• Ensuring a safe and healthy work environment by adhering to Health & Safety regulations

Our ideal General Assistant will:

• Bring a positive, can-do attitude to everything you do
• Show genuine passion for delivering exceptional customer service
• Excel as a supportive and collaborative team player
• Embrace the excitement of thriving under pressure
• Demonstrate impeccable time management and reliability
• Prioritise safety in every task you undertake
• Previous experience in a similar catering role is a bonus, but your enthusiasm is what truly matters

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!