Casual Catering Assistant

Elior Uk; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading catering service provider is seeking a Catering Assistant to join their team. In this role, you will ensure a clean and welcoming kitchen and service area while providing excellent customer service. The position offers flexible hours, with the need for availability on weekends, and guarantees access to fantastic perks such as free meals and vacation days. Join a people-first company that values diversity and aims to enrich lives every day.

Benefits

Free, tasty meals

Flexible working

28 days of holiday

Paid volunteering days

Career development opportunities

Pension schemes and life assurance

Exclusive discounts

Qualifications

• Genuine interest in customer service excellence.
• Focused on the front line.
• Catering and Barista experience desirable but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the kitchen and service area are always clean, well-presented, and well-stocked.
• Keep up to date with menus and what food is on offer.
• Offer a warm and friendly service.
• Ensure COSHH, Food Safety, and Health & Safety are followed.

Skills

Customer service excellence

Team player

Catering and Barista experience

Job description

Weekends | As and when required based on business needs

Casual

£12.21 per hour

Caterplus – More Than a Meal, It’s a Community

At Caterplus, we don’t just serve food - we create warm, welcoming spaces where the over-55 community can connect, share, and enjoy great company over delicious meals. Every dish is made with care, fresh ingredients, and a big helping of heart.

What you’ll be doing…

As a Catering Assistant, you will have plenty of responsibilities and opportunities to grow in your role, becoming a critical member of our team.

• Ensure the kitchen and service area are always clean, well-presented, and well-stocked
• Keep up to date with menus and what food is on offer
• Offer a warm and friendly service
• Ensure COSHH, Food Safety, and Health & Safety are followed

Working Pattern: 5 out of 7 days | 26 Hours Per Week

What can you bring?

• Focused on the front line
• Genuine interest in customer service excellence
• Team player
• Catering and Barista experience desirable but not essential

Brilliant Work Deserves Brilliant Perks!

At Elior, we believe that when you love where you work, it shows. That’s why we make sure our team feels appreciated, supported, and set up for success! Here’s what’s waiting for you:

• Free, tasty meals - Enjoy tasty, nutritious food on us while you work!
• Flexible working - including part time roles, because life doesn’t run on a 9-5 schedule.
• Plenty of Time to Unwind - 28 days of holiday, and after two years, enjoy even more with 31 days.
• Leave for life’s important moments - whether family, personal or unexpected.
• Give back time - paid volunteering days for the causes you care about.
• Room to grow - career development and learning opportunities for all stages of your career.
• Financial security - pension schemes and life assurance.
• Exclusive discounts - save on entertainment, leisure, and even travel!

One small thing - we welcome you to apply using the name you feel most comfortable with!No need for legal names at this stage.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

We’re a people-first business with over 10,000 colleagues across the UK, serving everything from stadiums to hospitals, schools to workplaces. Our mission? Toenrich lives everywhere, every day.

And here’s the best part - 87% of our team say they’re proud to work here!Why? Because we create a place where you’re listened to, trusted, supported, and valued.

Not sure you match every single requirement? Apply anyway! Research shows that many people - especially women and those from underrepresented backgrounds - hold back unless they meet 100% of the criteria. But we hire for potential, not just experience. If you’re passionate and ready to grow, we want to hear from you!

We Celebrate You!

At Elior, diversity and inclusion aren’t just policies, they’re who we are. We know that different perspectives make us stronger, and we’re dedicated to creating an environment where everyone feels seen, heard, and empowered to succeed.

Need any support or adjustments during the application process? Just let us know - we’re happy to help!

Ready to join us? Hit ‘Apply Now’ and let’s chat!