Canteen Assistant

As a Catering Assistant, you’ll support the day-to-day running of our staff canteen, helping to prepare food, serve customers, maintain hygiene standards, and ensure everything runs smoothly.

Key Responsibilities

Food Preparation & Service

• Prepare and cook breakfast items and daily lunch specials

• Make sandwiches, baguettes, and cold food items

• Serve food and maintain portion control

• Provide friendly, efficient customer service

• Answer queries on menus, ingredients, and allergens

Hygiene & Kitchen Standards

• Keep kitchen, counters, and dining areas clean and organised

• Follow food safety and hygiene regulations (HACCP)

• Wash dishes and clean equipment

• Store food correctly and safely

Stock & Operations

• Unload and check deliveries

• Monitor stock levels and rotate stock

• Conduct stock takes and support ordering

• Complete daily food order sheets

Administration

• Handle card and contactless payments accurately

About You

We’re looking for someone who is:

• Positive, reliable, and hardworking

• A great team player with a “can-do” attitude

• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment

• Passionate about delivering excellent customer service

• Organised, with good attention to detail

Skills & Experience

• Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate (essential)

• Previous catering or kitchen experience is desirable (but not essential)

• Basic food preparation and cooking skills

• Knowledge of food hygiene and safety standards

• Confident using kitchen equipment and handling payments

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