Matchday Catering Kitchen Assistant

Forest Green Rovers Football Club; Yate; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare plan

Pension contribution

Volunteer day

Hybrid working

Discounts

25 days holiday + BH

Cycle to work

Onsite parking

Job summary

Forest Green Rovers FC is seeking a dedicated Catering Assistant to join the Catering Team and learn from our Head Chef, gaining industry experience in a fast-paced environment. The role supports day-to-day kitchen operations, helps deliver FGR Food across venues including the stadium, concourse, Fan Zone and Eco Canteen, and includes evenings, weekends and matchdays.

You will develop catering skills, work with the team on matchdays in hospitality kitchen, and have opportunities to progress

Qualifications

• Previous catering/restaurant experience preferred but not essential.
• Basic knowledge of food safety and hygiene standards.
• Available to work evenings, weekends and public holidays (matchdays).
• Good communication skills and ability to work in a small team.
• Able to think creatively and take initiative in a busy environment.
• Passion for sustainability and inclusion in club culture.

Responsibilities

• Entry level kitchen role supporting Head Chef and delivering FGR Food across venues.
• Maintain kitchen cleanliness and organise work area; dispose of waste properly.
• Assist Food Team with meal preparation and ingredient preparation.
• Offer general support to Catering Team during busy periods.
• Work on matchdays in hospitality kitchen with potential to learn other areas.

Skills

Catering experience

Food safety

Flexibility

Communication

Initiative

Sustainability

Job description

Forest Green Rovers FC is seeking a dedicated Catering Assistant to join the Catering Team and learn from our Head Chef, gaining industry experience in a fast-paced environment. The role supports day-to-day kitchen operations, helps deliver FGR Food across venues including the stadium, concourse, Fan Zone and Eco Canteen, and includes evenings, weekends and matchdays.

You will develop catering skills, work with the team on matchdays in hospitality kitchen, and have opportunities to progress