Catering Assistant (Part-Time) Full Time

Cambridge, Cambridgeshire
AJ Catering Staff

Job Title: Part-Time Catering Assistant

Location: Various properties/sites around Cambridge
Salary: £12,950 per annum (£12.46 per hour)
Hours: Permanent, part-time position, averaging 20 hours per week (includes weekend working; flexibility required)
Holidays: 25 days annual leave plus 8 public holidays pro rata

About the Role:
We are looking for a polite, friendly, and hardworking Catering Assistant to join our team. In this role, you will support the catering department in providing a comprehensive service to fellows, alumni, students, staff, and guests, including formal dining, cafeteria service, and high-end functions such as weddings and events. No prior experience is necessary as full training will be provided.

Key Responsibilities:

• Ensure a welcoming and professional presence in all catering areas
• Assist in setting up rooms for catering services
• Help run the cafeteria and dining hall
• Provide refreshments for meetings and bar services for events
• Operate tills and record meals accurately
• Maintain high standards of food safety, following risk assessments, allergen labelling, and COSHH guidelines
• Ensure cleanliness in all catering areas, including reporting maintenance issues
• Assist with deliveries, stock rotation, and cellar maintenance to minimise wastage
• Polish cutlery, glassware, and crockery
• Support in maintaining the security of silverware and other valuables
• Assist with stock takes and the cleaning rota

General Responsibilities:

• Participate in the organisation s training and appraisal scheme
• Ensure your own health and safety in the workplace
• Fully comply with organisational policies, including equality and data protection
• Carry out any additional tasks as required by the department

Requirements:

• A professional, friendly attitude and a willingness to help others
• An ability to work in a team and provide excellent customer service
• Flexible and willing to work weekends and public holidays as necessary

If you’re looking to join a dynamic and professional team and have a passion for catering and customer service, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding part-time position.