Catering Assistant
| Posting date: | 19 March 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | Competitive |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 18 April 2026 |
| Location: | Middlesborough, TS1 |
| Company: | Compass Group |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 213770 |
Summary
Catering Assistant
£12.71 per hour
We are looking for a friendly, reliable, and hands‑on Catering Assistant to support the day‑to‑day operation of a vibrant street food bistro within a busy workplace campus.
This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys working with food, takes pride in delivering great service, and thrives in a fast‑paced, modern catering environment.
About the RoleAs a Catering Assistant, you will play a key role in supporting the smooth running of the street food bistro. You’ll work as part of a team preparing food, serving customers, and maintaining high standards of cleanliness, food quality, and customer experience.
Key Responsibilities- Support the daily operation of the street food bistro, assisting with kitchen and service tasks
- Prepare and present food to a high standard, following recipes and guidelines
- Deliver friendly, efficient customer service during busy service periods
- Assist with food preparation, service counters, and basic kitchen duties
- Maintain cleanliness and organisation across kitchen and front‑of‑house areas
- Follow all Food Safety, Health & Safety, and hygiene standards
- Work as part of a team to ensure service runs smoothly and efficiently
- Represent the business positively, maintaining a professional and welcoming approach
- Passionate about food and providing excellent customer service
- Previous experience in a catering or food service environment is desirable
- Holds, or is willing to work towards, a Basic Food Hygiene certificate
- Reliable, enthusiastic, and a strong team player
- Good communication skills and a positive attitude
- Comfortable working in a fast‑paced, customer‑focused environment
Compass Group UK&I is committed to fostering an environment where every individual can truly be themselves at work and has equal opportunities to advance in their careers. We strive to build a culture that respects and celebrates the unique talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities of all our team members. We want our colleagues to feel valued, empowered to reach their full potential, and to thrive - because diversity is our strength!