Weekend Catering Assistant (General Assistant)

About the Role

This position is based at Lakeside Mental Health Unit, Isleworth, working Saturday - Sunday 4pm - 7:30pm.

As a Catering Assistant, you will support the delivery of a high quality food and hospitality service, helping to create a welcoming and efficient catering environment for customers, clients and colleagues. This role plays an important part in the smooth day to day operation of catering services, working as part of a team to deliver a professional, friendly and reliable service.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with basic food preparation in line with menu requirements and food safety standards.
• Serve food and beverages to customers in a friendly and professional manner.
• Support the set up and close down of catering areas, including counters and seating areas.
• Maintain cleanliness of kitchen, service and dining areas.
• Wash up utensils, dishes and equipment as required.
• Replenish food, beverages and consumables during service periods.
• Follow all food safety, health & safety and hygiene procedures at all times.
• Use catering equipment safely and correctly.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues to ensure smooth service delivery.
• Provide a positive and customer focused experience at all times.

Ideal Candidate

• Right to Work in the UK and willingness to undergo a DBS check.
• Previous experience in a catering, hospitality or food service environment (desirable but not essential).
• A basic understanding of food hygiene and safe handling practices.
• Allergen knowledge.
• A positive, friendly and customer focused attitude.
• Ability to work well as part of a team in a fast paced environment.
• Good timekeeping, reliability and a flexible approach to work.
• Willingness to follow instructions and procedures.

Desirable

• Level 2 Food Safety or Food Hygiene Certificate (or willingness to undertake training).
• Experience working within Facilities Management (FM) or contract catering services.

Benefits

OCS is committed to creating a supportive workplace. You can access learning opportunities through the OCS Academy and a range of discounts, rewards and wellbeing resources via the Hapi app.

We are an equal opportunities employer and we encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds.