Catering Assistant: Prep, Service & Events

OCS; Fife (WA); On-site; USD 24,000 - 31,000; Full time

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Job summary

OCS UK & Ireland is seeking a General Assistant to support food preparation, maintain kitchen cleanliness, assist with deliveries, and serve customers at events. You may also host or wait on guests during functions.

Experience in a commercial kitchen is valued but not essential. A basic Catering and Hospitality certificate is desirable; training can be provided. Strong time management, organisational skills, and the right to work in the UK are essential.

Qualifications

• Commercial kitchen experience is highly valued but not essential
• A basic Catering and Hospitality certificate such as Food Handling is desirable but not essential as training can be provided
• Excellent time management skills and can work under pressure
• Excellent organisational skills are also important
• Can stand for extended periods due to the physical nature of the job

Responsibilities

• Help with food preparation tasks such as peeling, chopping, trimming, and making sandwiches and salads
• Be responsible for maintaining cleanliness in the kitchen area and equipment. This includes cleaning utensils, tableware, and catering stations
• Assist with receiving and unpacking all deliveries, ensuring that the food and supply storage areas are organised
• Serve food items to customers in accordance with the menu prepared by the Chefs. Our General Assistants may also act as a host/waiter when needed in events
• Top up Vending services

Skills

Time management

Organisation

Customer service

Stamina

Education

Basic Catering and Hospitality certificate (Food Handling)

Job description

OCS UK & Ireland is seeking a General Assistant to support food preparation, maintain kitchen cleanliness, assist with deliveries, and serve customers at events. You may also host or wait on guests during functions.

Experience in a commercial kitchen is valued but not essential. A basic Catering and Hospitality certificate is desirable; training can be provided. Strong time management, organisational skills, and the right to work in the UK are essential.