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Title
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Description
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We are looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic Catering Assistant to join our food service team. As a Catering Assistant, you will play a vital role in ensuring the smooth operation of catering services, supporting chefs and kitchen staff in preparing and serving food, maintaining cleanliness, and delivering excellent customer service. This role is ideal for individuals who thrive in fast-paced environments, enjoy working as part of a team, and have a passion for food and hospitality.
Your primary responsibilities will include assisting with food preparation, setting up and clearing down service areas, serving food and beverages to customers, and ensuring that hygiene and safety standards are consistently met. You may also be required to handle cash transactions, restock supplies, and support event catering as needed.
The ideal candidate will have previous experience in a catering or hospitality environment, although full training will be provided. You should be reliable, punctual, and able to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends. Strong communication skills, a positive attitude, and a willingness to learn are essential for success in this role.
This position offers an excellent opportunity to gain experience in the food and beverage industry, with potential for career progression into supervisory or chef roles. Whether you are looking to start your career in catering or seeking a dynamic and rewarding role, we welcome your application.
Responsibilities
Text copied to clipboard!- Assist with basic food preparation tasks
- Serve food and beverages to customers
- Maintain cleanliness of kitchen and service areas
- Set up and clear down dining and event spaces
- Follow food hygiene and safety regulations
- Restock supplies and monitor inventory levels
- Support chefs and kitchen staff during busy periods
- Handle cash and operate point-of-sale systems
- Provide excellent customer service
- Assist with catering for special events and functions
Requirements
Text copied to clipboard!- Previous experience in catering or hospitality preferred
- Basic food hygiene knowledge
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
- Good communication and teamwork skills
- Flexibility to work shifts, including evenings and weekends
- Positive attitude and willingness to learn
- Physical stamina for standing and lifting
- Attention to detail and cleanliness
- Customer-focused approach
- Reliable and punctual
Potential interview questions
Text copied to clipboard!- Do you have any previous experience in catering or hospitality?
- Are you available to work flexible hours, including weekends?
- Do you have any food hygiene certifications?
- Can you describe a time you worked as part of a team?
- How do you handle working under pressure?
- Are you comfortable standing for long periods?
- What interests you about working in catering?
- How would you ensure food safety and hygiene standards are met?
- Do you have experience handling cash or using a POS system?
- Are you willing to assist with event catering outside regular hours?
