Catering Assistant

About the Role

Our client is seeking a diligent and friendly Catering Assistant to support their catering operations in Bradford . This role involves a variety of tasks essential to the smooth running of daily catering services, including food preparation, serving customers, maintaining kitchen cleanliness, and assisting with event setups. The ideal candidate will be a team player with a strong work ethic and a commitment to providing excellent service. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals looking to start or further their career in the catering and hospitality sector within West Yorkshire, working within a supportive team environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist chefs with food preparation, including washing, chopping, and portioning ingredients.
• Serve food and beverages to customers in a polite and efficient manner.
• Maintain high standards of hygiene and cleanliness in the kitchen, serving areas, and equipment.
• Wash dishes, pots, and utensils, ensuring they are clean and ready for use.
• Assist with setting up and clearing down catering areas for events and daily service.
• Adhere to all food safety and health and safety procedures.

Requirements

• Previous experience in a kitchen or hospitality environment is a plus, but not essential.
• Good understanding of basic food hygiene principles.
• Ability to work as part of a team and follow instructions.
• Physically capable of standing for long periods and lifting moderate weights.
• Reliable and punctual with a commitment to excellent customer service in Bradford .
• Willingness to undertake training and develop new skills.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly rate.
• Flexible working hours, including potential weekend shifts.
• On-the-job training and opportunities for skill development.
• A welcoming and collaborative team atmosphere.
• Opportunity to gain experience in a variety of catering settings.