Seasonal Catering Assistant

James Kirby; Bristol; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits as a Seasonal Catering Assistant at a vibrant venue! This role is perfect for those who love working with people and providing exceptional customer service. You will be responsible for taking orders, serving delicious food and drinks, and ensuring a clean and welcoming environment for visitors. With no prior experience required, full training will be provided, making this a great chance to gain valuable skills in the catering industry. Join a dynamic team where your positive attitude and willingness to learn will shine, and enjoy a fulfilling experience in a lively setting.

Qualifications

• No experience needed; full training provided.
• Must have a willingness to learn and a positive attitude.

Responsibilities

• Taking orders, operating tills, and serving food and drinks.
• Cleaning tables and visitor areas, supporting management.

Skills

Customer Service Skills

Team Player

Communication Skills

Food Hygiene Compliance

Ability to Work Under Pressure

Job description

Seasonal Catering Assistant

Do you enjoy working with people? Do you have a flair for providing outstanding customer service? If you have answered yes, then please read on.

As a catering assistant, some of your duties/responsibilities will be:

1. Taking visitors' orders, operating the tills, and taking payments.
2. Serving hot and cold food and drinks to our visitors.
3. Taking and making up ice-cream orders.
4. Tidying and cleaning tables and visitor areas in the food barn and all catering outlets.
5. Supporting the Senior Management to respond to customer demand and flows across the site.
6. Barista trained, as you will be making a multitude of hot drinks in the food barn and catering outlets. *Full training will be given.
7. Running food and doing pot-wash.
8. Sweeping and cleaning the floors within the food barn and catering outlets.
9. Working in the zoo’s gift shop as needed, serving visitors, operating the tills, and stocking the shelves.

Skills & Experience:

1. Excellent customer service skills.
2. Great team player with a flexible can-do attitude.
3. Excellent communication skills.
4. Food Hygiene and Allergen compliance – happy to follow protocols.
5. Capable of working efficiently under pressure.
6. Must be able to get to this rural location.

No experience is needed as full training will be provided; all we ask for is a willingness to learn and a friendly, positive attitude.

Work Pattern: Sundays

To apply: Please email your CV and a cover letter with a subject heading of ‘Seasonal Catering Assistant’. Your cover letter should include how you match our ‘Skills & Experience’ list.

Application Closes: 5th January 2025