Weekend Catering Assistant (Saturdays or Sundays - 8 hours per week)

Bracknell Forest Council; Bracknell; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A local government council in Bracknell is seeking part-time Catering Assistants to support the Woodlarks Cafe at The Look Out Discovery Centre on weekends. Ideal candidates will be enthusiastic, reliable, and committed to exceptional customer service. Responsibilities include food preparation, customer service, and ensuring compliance with health and safety policies. This position offers a friendly work environment and the chance to engage with visitors of all ages.

Qualifications

• Strong commitment to customer service is essential.
• Ability to work flexibly and reliably in a team.
• Confidence to engage with visitors of all ages.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the preparation and service of food and drinks.
• Provide a service to customers in a polite manner.
• Work safely within Health, Safety and Hygiene policies.
• Assist with special catering functions when required.

Skills

Enthusiastic

Reliable

Customer service

Flexibility

Job description

We currently have opportunities for part-time Catering Assistants working in the Woodlarks Cafe at The Look Out Discovery Centre on Saturdays and Sundays, additional hours may be available over holiday periods.

The Look Out Discovery Centre is a very popular visitor attraction with a hands-on science and discovery exhibition, gift shop, coffee shop and play area, set in 1,000 hectares of Crown Estate woodlands.

Help us deliver a great experience to our customers, and you will experience a great place to work.

About you

As a Catering Assistant you will be an enthusiastic and reliable person, with the ability and willingness to work flexibly to ensure the consistent provision of services in our cafe.

A strong commitment to customer service is essential, along with the confidence to engage with visitors of all ages and backgrounds, helping to create a welcoming and positive experience for everyone.

About the team

The Woodlarks Cafe team plays a key role in helping ensure our customers enjoy their day out at The Look Out Discovery Centre. We take pride in offering friendly, high-quality service while keeping our environment clean, safe, and enjoyable for all.

Open seven days a week, The Look Out Discovery Centre is dedicated to providing a fun and relaxing experience. As part of our team, you will play an important role in making each visit a memorable one.

Key responsibilities

• To assist with the preparation and service of food and drinks including the operation of the point-of-sale system.
• To provide a service to the customers, in a polite and efficient manner.
• To work safely within Health, Safety and Hygiene policies and instructions.
• To assist with special catering functions e.g. children’s parties, as and when required.