Kitchen Assitant

ESS – Defence, Energy and Government Services; Maidstone; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Compass Group UK&I in Maidstone is seeking a dedicated Catering Assistant to join a dynamic, fast-paced team. You’ll help prepare delicious food, create appealing displays, handle transactions at the cash register, and uphold top standards of food hygiene in a busy environment.

This role values a positive, can-do attitude, excellent customer service and reliability. Prior catering experience is a bonus, but enthusiasm and teamwork are what we prize most as you grow with one of the industry’s

Qualifications

• Prior catering experience is a bonus
• Enthusiasm and attitude matter
• Willingness to work in a fast-paced environment
• Commitment to food safety and hygiene practices

Responsibilities

• Prepare high-quality food for clients and customers.
• Create appealing food and counter displays to attract customers.
• Assist with cash handling and operate the till.
• Maintain the highest standards of food handling and hygiene.
• Ensure a safe and healthy work environment following health and safety regulations.

Skills

Positive attitude

Customer service

Team player

Time management

Safety awareness

Job description

As a Catering 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.

Here's an idea of what your shift patterns will be: Other

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 Defence and 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 Catering 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

As part of Compass you'll help to feed people, fuel progress and forge connections in around 6,000 venues. Join us to grow your career with the industry leader, and get competitive pay, great perks and unrivalled opportunities for learning and development, at one of the UK's biggest businesses.

Job Reference: com/1307/70307001/52451154/BU #Energy

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!