School Catering Assistant

Compass Group; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading catering services provider in Birmingham is seeking a dedicated Catering Assistant. The role involves preparing high-quality food, handling transactions, and upholding food safety standards. Ideal candidates should have a positive attitude and a genuine passion for exceptional customer service. Join a supportive team that values individuality and offers growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• 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.
• Demonstrate impeccable time management and reliability.

Responsibilities

• Prepare delicious, high-quality food that delights customers.
• Craft eye-catching food and counter displays.
• Handle transactions and operate the cash register.
• Uphold the highest standards of Food Handling & Hygiene.
• Ensure a safe and healthy work environment.

Skills

Positive attitude

Exceptional customer service

Team player

Time management

Reliability

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. Please note: This role is contracted to 43 weeks per year.

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 Chartwells 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

Chartwells is the leading provider of catering and support services to the education sector. For over a quarter of a century, Chartwells has been focusing on helping those in education to build strong bodies, sharp minds and lead long healthy lives. Chartwells is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all employees to share this commitment. Any offer of employment will be subject to successfully completing pre-employment checks.

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.