Weekend Catering Assistant

TN United Kingdom; Stafford; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking enthusiastic individuals for the role of Weekend Catering Assistant in a busy kitchen environment. This position offers flexible weekend hours, allowing you to work while gaining valuable experience in the hospitality sector. Ideal candidates will possess excellent customer service skills and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced setting. The role includes a variety of responsibilities from food preparation to serving, making it a perfect opportunity for those looking to start or advance their career in catering. Join a supportive team and enjoy the dynamic atmosphere of a busy kitchen!

Qualifications

• Previous catering experience is essential.
• Food & Hygiene Level 1 certification is required, training can be provided.

Responsibilities

• Assisting in catering tasks and food preparation.
• Maintaining cleanliness and following health and safety procedures.

Skills

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Excellent customer service skills

Punctuality

Good communication skills

Multi-tasking ability

Teamwork and independence

Ability to follow instructions

Polite and friendly demeanor

Relationship-building skills

Education

Food & Hygiene Level 1

Job description

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Weekend Catering Assistant

Location: ST16, Stafford

Hourly rate: £12.21p/h

Working hours: 3pm till 8pm - hours vary

Shifts: Saturday and Sunday

Contract type: Temporary ongoing

Start date: ASAP

We are currently looking for hard-working, enthusiastic people to join our client's team in a busy warehouse kitchen environment. This is a great opportunity offering ongoing weekend work. We seek individuals with previous catering experience. A Catering Assistant role can be a stepping stone into other roles within the hospitality and catering industry or other sectors.

As a Catering Assistant, your responsibilities include:

• Catering assistance
• Helping in the kitchen
• Washing pots, pans, and utensils
• Food preparation
• Serving food in a canteen environment
• Working front of house
• Following health and safety procedures
• Maintaining cleanliness
• Clearing tables
• Operating tills

Skills required:

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent customer service skills
• Punctuality
• Good communication skills
• Multi-tasking ability
• Teamwork and independence
• Ability to follow instructions
• Polite and friendly demeanor
• Relationship-building skills

Travel considerations:

The ideal candidate should have their own transport. Public transport options are available; please check if they suit your start/finish times before applying.

Minimum requirements:

• Food & Hygiene Level 1 (we can provide training for free)
• Own transport
• Previous catering experience
• Knowledge of kitchen health and safety

How to apply:

To apply, click the apply button, submit your current CV, and complete the online registration. Please allow 24-48 hours for processing (excluding weekends).

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