Catering Assistant/Barista

Catering Assistant / Barista
Location: Birmingham City Centre 
Pay Rate: £13.45
Shifts: Monday to Saturday, operating between 6:00am and 10:00pm (flexibility required)

About the Role:
We are looking for a friendly, reliable, and customer-focused Catering Assistant / Barista to join our team. This varied role is ideal for someone who enjoys working with people, takes pride in delivering excellent service, and is comfortable working in a fast-paced catering environment.

You will be responsible for preparing and serving refreshments, operating coffee machines and tills, preparing simple food items, and ensuring customers receive a professional and welcoming experience at all times.

Key Responsibilities
Preparing and serving barista-style coffees, teas, and other beverages.

Operating coffee machines, card payment machines, and tills confidently.

Delivering outstanding customer service in a customer-facing environment.

Preparing simple sandwiches and light food items.

Using a Merrychef oven to heat paninis and other hot snacks.

Maintaining excellent standards of cleanliness, food safety, and presentation.

Setting up and packing away catering equipment daily.

Moving equipment between indoor and outdoor service points as required.

Following all food safety and allergen regulations.

About YouThe ideal candidate will have:

Previous experience as a Barista or Catering Assistant.

Excellent communication skills and a strong command of English.

A friendly, approachable, and professional personality.

Confidence handling customers and working in a customer-facing role.

Experience operating coffee machines, card machines, and tills.

The ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Good physical fitness, as the role involves moving catering equipment between locations daily.

A flexible approach to working hours between 6:00am and 10:00pm, Monday to Saturday.

Essential Requirements
✅ Food Safety & Hygiene Level 2 Certificate
✅ Allergen Awareness Training
✅ Previous Barista Experience
✅ Strong Customer Service Skills

What We Offer
Competitive rates of pay

Friendly and supportive working environment

Varied and rewarding role

Opportunity to work within a professional catering operation

If you're passionate about customer service, enjoy preparing quality food and beverages, and thrive in a busy catering environment, we would love to hear from you.

Apply now with your CV to be considered
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed