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General Assistant

Job details
Posting date: 09 February 2026
Salary: £12.81 per hour
Hours: Full time
Closing date: 11 March 2026
Location: Crawley, West Sussex, RH10 9QT
Remote working: On-site only
Company: The Best Connection Group Limited
Job type: Temporary
Job reference: JN -072025-642_1770649062

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Summary

General Assistant - Airline Catering

We are currently recruiting General Assistant to join a catering company operating within the logistics distribution and supply chain industry, providing services to airline customers. This is a busy, hands-on role based in Crawley, ideal for reliable individuals who are comfortable working in a fast-paced production environment.

Successful candidates will be assigned to one of three departments: Dishwash, Production, or Pick & Pack, depending on operational requirements.

Pay rate: £12.81 per hour
Shift pattern: 4 days on / 2 days off (rolling rota)
Shift times:

  • 06:00 - 14:30

  • 14:30 - 23:00

What we offer

  • Free meals while on shift

  • On-site parking

  • Full training provided

  • Uniform supplied

Key Duties of a General Assistant

  • Work within the assigned department (Dishwash, Production, or Pick & Pack)

  • Prepare, handle, clean, or pack airline catering items to required standards

  • Load and operate industrial wash equipment where required

  • Pack flight carts and trolleys accurately based on passenger numbers

  • Carry out basic quality and safety checks before dispatch

  • Rotate stock and monitor product dates

  • Record food waste, damages, and breakages

  • Dispose of waste safely using correct procedures

  • Support the team in meeting daily production targets

What we're looking for

  • Previous catering, food production, or warehouse experience is desirable but not essential

  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

  • Reliable, punctual, and flexible approach to work

  • Basic spoken and written English

This role is subject to airport security checks.

Apply now to secure your role as a General Assistant !

Please note: Due to the nature of our business, we are regulated by the CAA (Civil Aviation Authority), therefore it is compulsory for all applicants to provide or be willing to obtain the following:

  • Apply for a Criminal Record Check (Paid for by us!)
  • Have a full 5-year checkable history (Obtained for you by us!)
  • Have an in date and valid Photo ID (Passport, Driving Licence, ID Card etc)
  • Provide a full 5-year address history
  • Attend an Aviation Security Course (Paid for by us!)

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