Catering Assistant

Firstrand; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 50 000 - 200 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services company is seeking a Catering Assistant in Gauteng to assist with planning, organizing, and delivering food and beverage services. The role involves maintaining high-quality service standards, ensuring compliance with health regulations, and supporting administrative tasks. The ideal candidate has a Matric qualification, is detail-oriented, and possesses strong communication skills. The position offers a dynamic work environment with opportunities for growth and innovation.

Benefits

Opportunities to network and collaborate

Dynamic and challenging work environment

Space to innovate and contribute meaningfully

Qualifications

• Preferred previous experience in catering, hospitality, or food service.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Willingness to learn and grow within the role.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and executing daily catering operations and events.
• Deliver high-quality food and beverage services.
• Liaise with the Catering Supervisor on daily priorities.
• Identify and manage risks that could lead to increased costs.
• Maintain accurate records and provide administrative support.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.

Skills

Organisational abilities

Time management

Communication skills

Customer service orientation

Attention to detail

Commitment to hygiene and safety

Education

Matric or equivalent qualification

Job description

Job Description: To assist with planning, organising, and delivering food and beverage services that meet and exceed customer expectations, while ensuring operational efficiency, compliance, and cost control.

Hello, Future Catering Assistant. Welcome to FNB — the home of the #changeables. We design for the shapeshifters and deliver products and services that make us proud of the people who bring them to life. As part of our Talent Team, you'll be surrounded by unique individuals, diverse perspectives, and an adaptable environment that thrives on curiosity.

Now is the time to imagine your potential in a team where experts collaborate to ignite meaningful change.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and executing daily catering operations and events.
• Deliver high-quality food and beverage services that exceed expectations through timely and professional service.
• Liaise with the Catering Supervisor on daily priorities, functions, and specific requirements.
• Identify, manage, and escalates risks that could lead to increased costs or service disruptions.
• Maintain accurate records and provide efficient administrative support through timely reporting.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations, including:

• Adhering to OSHA/CT standards for safe working conditions.
• Identifying and managing HACCP risks.
• Practicing "clean as you go" principles.
• Monitoring temperature logs and ensuring regular sanitisation.
• Using cleaning chemicals correctly and safely.
• Support quality assurance and compliance across all catering processes.
• Take ownership of your personal development to grow skills and competencies relevant to the role.

Qualifications

• Education: Matric or equivalent qualification.
• Experience: Previous experience in catering, hospitality, or food service is preferred.
• Skills & Competencies: Strong organisational and time management abilities, excellent communication and customer service orientation, attention to detail, commitment to hygiene and safety.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Willingness to learn and grow within the role.

Benefits

• Opportunities to network and collaborate.
• Dynamic and challenging work environment.
• Space to innovate and contribute meaningfully.

Culture & Values

• Curious & courageous — driven to learn more and brave enough to explore new ideas.
• Obsessed with mastery — committed to excellence and always pushing yourself to improve.

We look forward to connecting with you.

Apply now. POST FNB LI-SY1 Job Details. Take note that applications will not be accepted on or after the closing date, kindly submit applications ahead of the closing date indicated below: 04 / 11 / 25. All appointments will be made in line with FirstRand Group's Employment Equity plan.

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