General Assistant

Elior Uk; London; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in catering is seeking a General Assistant to join their dynamic team. This role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to a vibrant workplace focused on providing delicious and healthy meals for independent schools. You will play a vital role in ensuring the kitchen and service areas are well-presented while delivering exceptional customer service. Join a company that values creativity and inclusivity, offering generous benefits like free lunches, flexible working hours, and opportunities for career progression. If you are passionate about food and service, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Benefits

FREE On-Site Lunches

Flexible Working

Family Leave

Paid Charity Leave

Opportunities for Career Progression

Comprehensive Wellbeing Benefits

Life Assurance & Pension Schemes

Exclusive Discounts & Perks

Qualifications

• Genuine interest in customer service excellence.
• Team player focused on front-line service.

Responsibilities

• Ensure kitchen and service area are clean and well-stocked.
• Offer warm and friendly service to all customers.
• Follow COSHH, Food Safety, and Health & Safety guidelines.

Skills

Customer Service Excellence

Teamwork

Catering Experience

Barista Experience

Job description

Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 3:00pm, term time only

Full Time

122 Putney Bridge Rd, England, SW15 2NQ

We’re a specialist catering company dedicated to providing delicious, healthy and exciting food for Independent Schools. We know the crucial role that food can play on a pupil’s ability to learn, develop and ultimately flourish. Food isn’t simply fuel, it’s critical to creating happy, healthy and inquisitive young minds.
Lexington is committed to safeguarding childrenand colleagues. Candidates that are shortlisted for this role, will be requiredto have an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, includingChildren's Barred List.

What you’ll be doing…

As a General Assistant, you will have plenty of responsibilities and opportunities to grow in your role, becoming a critical member of our team.

Responsibilities:

• Ensure the kitchen and service area are always clean, well-presented, and well-stocked
• Keep up to date with menus and what food is on offer
• Offer a warm and friendly service
• Ensure COSHH, Food Safety, and Health & Safety are followed

What can you bring?

In this role:

• Focused on the front line
• Genuine interest in customer service excellence
• Team player
• Catering and Barista experience desirable but not essential

Working Pattern:

• Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 3:00pm, term time only

Our way of saying thank you…

At Lexington, we strive to ensure that our colleagues feel appreciated & rewarded, which is why we offer generous rewards & benefits in exchange for your dedicated efforts.

• FREE On-Site Lunches: Savour delicious and healthy meals, on us, every day at work
• Flexible Working: Enjoy the freedom to balance work and personal life with our flexible working hours
• Family Leave: Prioritise your family commitments with our family leave options designed to support you during important times
• Paid Charity Leave: Make a difference in your community with paid time off to volunteer for your favourite causes
• Opportunities for Career Progression: Grow and advance your career with us, supported by continuous learning and development opportunities
• Comprehensive Wellbeing Benefits: Access mental health support and a range of wellbeing benefits to keep you feeling your best, both professionally and personally
• Life Assurance & Pension Schemes: Secure your future with our life assurance and workplace pension schemes
• Exclusive Discounts & Perks: Enjoy discounts and cashback on entertainment, leisure activities, and much more, alongside our popular cycle-to-work scheme

Why it's great to work for us...

At Lexington, we dare to be different in our food, catering, reception services, and work culture. Our values encourage creativity, boldness, and fun, fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We nurture talent, helping our people thrive and reach their potential.

We take pride in being an equal opportunity employer and welcome everyone. Let us know if you need any reasonable adjustments or assistance in your application, and feel free to share your pronouns.

Join our award-winning team passionate about serving delicious food to exceptional clients in London. Visit our website to hear from our team first-hand.