221 Food Service Assistants jobs in the United Kingdom

We are looking for hard working and enthusiastic Catering Assistants and Kitchen porters to join the team.

You will be responsible to assist in:

• Food preparation
• Serving food and drinks
• Setting up counters
• Clearing down dining room
• Keeping equipment clean and tidy.
• Must be able to follow health and safety guidelines and always ensure food safety.

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We are looking for hard working and enthusiastic Catering Assistants and Kitchen porters to join the team.

You will be responsible to assist in:

• Food preparation
• Serving food
• Drinks set up
• Filling vending machines 
• Counters set and clear down dining room
• Keeping equipment clean and tidy.
• Must be able to follow health and safety guidelines and always ensure food safety.

Basic Food Hygiene knowledge food hygiene level 2 certificate

We supply catering staff to schools , carehomes and contract catering so a enhanced DBS wil be beneficial 

Flexible hours may include weekends and evenings

Weekly paid, 20 days paid holiday

Pay rates starting from £12.21per hour, over time and weekend rates are enhanced

If you are motivated and reliable individual looking for new role in catering please apply with your CV or contact Mel (phone number removed)

The Operations Directorate: Elevating the Student and Staff Experience

The Operations Directorate is integral to the Colleges and Student Experience Division, dedicated to providing a world-class experience for our diverse student and staff communities, which is essential to our students' learning journey. Our passionate team delivers services and facilities across 15 colleges, including catering, housekeeping, reception, security, and maintenance. These resources create a safe environment where our students can live, work, dine, socialise, and thrive together.

Within the Operations Directorate, we have three key areas:

1. University Catering: Our robust catering team of 500 ensures fresh, exciting, and diverse dining experiences throughout our colleges, catering to the unique needs of our University Community, which includes students, staff, and visitors, and offer expert advice on bar management.
2. College Operations: With over 200 dedicated professionals, we provide residential services within the colleges as well as supporting student and non-student-led events.
3. Retail Services: Our branded retail catering and merchandise outlets offer an enticing array of menus and high-quality products thoughtfully presented to enhance the shopping experience for our students and staff whilst building positive relationships via efficient service and attentive staff.

In addition to a highly competitive salary and rewards package, our strategic focus includes ongoing development opportunities for our people. Join us today and shape your career at Durham University!

The Role and Department

You will be working part of a team to provide students, colleagues, and guests with a courteous, professional, friendly and efficient catering service.

Effectively supervise the team to ensure excellent customer service and to lead by example, demonstrating excellent teamwork and the ability to appropriately delegating tasks and responsibility to team members and follow instruction.

Working as part of the catering team you will ensure that food service and dining areas are set up to an exceptional standard and remain clean, tidy and a safe working environment. Washing up is completed as part of the role, this will include the use of an automatic dishwasher, and after service, all food areas are cleared and cleaned.

Specific Role Information

There are two positions available for this role, which are both permanent.

1. 1 x Full Time Role: 35 hours per week, 52 weeks a year at Van Mildert College.
2. 1 x Full Time Term Time Role: 35 hours per week, 32 weeks a year at St Cuthbert's Society.

Working in a catering environment requires an element of physical manual handling, which can include lifting and transporting food and catering equipment, including heavy plates and cutlery.

We will require you to be punctual, flexible, and willing to work variable shift patterns, including evenings and weekends. Example of the shifts are breakfast/lunch 7.30am-3pm, lunch 10am-3pm and dinner 4.30pm-8pm with on occasion finishing at 10pm if there is a function taking place.

Please note: If you have recently applied for this position and have been unsuccessful in the past 6 months, your application will not be considered

Further information about the role and the responsibilities is at the bottom of this job description.

• Receiving and processing catering requests, understanding specific client needs and event parameters.
• Selecting and coordinating with appropriate catering vendors based on service type, budget, and client feedback.
• Developing and presenting tailored menu proposals to clients.
• Confirming all details related to food, beverage, service staff, and equipment.
• Ensuring compliance with all health, safety, and hygiene regulations in food handling and preparation.
• Managing event timelines and coordinating with vendors for punctual delivery and service execution.
• Acting as the primary remote liaison between clients, vendors, and any on-site event staff.
• Resolving any immediate issues or discrepancies that may arise during the catering process.
• Conducting post-event debriefs with clients and vendors to assess performance and gather feedback.
• Maintaining detailed records of all catering contracts, invoices, and operational data.
• Staying current with culinary trends, seasonal offerings, and event catering innovations.
• Assisting in the expansion and vetting of the vendor network.

Retail & Food Service Assistant – Supermarket Kiosk (£12.21/hr + Bonus)

Location: Bursledon
Hours: Full-time or part-time (weekend availability needed)
Pay: £2.21 per hour + bonus

Looking for a fun, hands-on role where every day’s a little different?
Join our friendly food service team preparing and serving freshly made sushi and Japanese street food inside one of the UK’s best-known supermarkets. No experience? No problem – we’ll teach you everything you need to know!

This is a great opportunity if you’ve worked in retail, hospitality, or kitchens , or you just enjoy being part of a fast-paced, supportive team that takes pride in great food and great service.

What You’ll Do

• Prepare and serve fresh food to a high standard (we’ll train you fully!)
• Chat to customers and make their experience enjoyable
• Keep the kitchen and service area clean and organised
• Work closely with your teammates to keep the kiosk running smoothly

What You’ll Get

• £12.21 per hour performance bonus
• Flexible shifts – full or part-time
• Full training and food safety certification
• Staff discounts and opportunities to progress
• A friendly, positive workplace where effort is recognised

Retail & Food Service Assistant – Supermarket Kiosk (£12.21/hr + Bonus)

Location: Fareham
Hours: Full-time or part-time (weekend availability needed)
Pay: £2.21 per hour + bonus

Looking for a fun, hands-on role where every day’s a little different?
Join our friendly food service team preparing and serving freshly made sushi and Japanese street food inside one of the UK’s best-known supermarkets. No experience? No problem – we’ll teach you everything you need to know!

This is a great opportunity if you’ve worked in retail, hospitality, or kitchens , or you just enjoy being part of a fast-paced, supportive team that takes pride in great food and great service.

What You’ll Do

• Prepare and serve fresh food to a high standard (we’ll train you fully!)
• Chat to customers and make their experience enjoyable
• Keep the kitchen and service area clean and organised
• Work closely with your teammates to keep the kiosk running smoothly

What You’ll Get

• £12.21 per hour performance bonus
• Flexible shifts – full or part-time
• Full training and food safety certification
• Staff discounts and opportunities to progress
• A friendly, positive workplace where effort is recognised

• Supervise and coordinate the daily activities of the delivery driver team.
• Optimise delivery routes and schedules to ensure timely and efficient order fulfillment.
• Monitor driver performance, providing feedback and coaching as needed.
• Manage order flow from receipt to successful delivery, ensuring accuracy and quality.
• Liaise with kitchen staff and partner restaurants to ensure smooth operations.
• Implement and enforce company policies and procedures for delivery operations.
• Troubleshoot and resolve any issues that arise during the delivery process, such as traffic delays or order discrepancies.
• Analyse operational data to identify trends and areas for improvement in efficiency and customer satisfaction.
• Ensure compliance with food safety regulations and company standards.
• Manage driver onboarding, training, and scheduling.
• Maintain clear and effective communication channels with the remote team and other departments.

• Accept delivery assignments through a dedicated mobile application.
• Collect food orders from partner restaurants promptly and accurately.
• Ensure food is transported safely and in optimal condition.
• Deliver orders to customers' addresses in a timely manner.
• Provide excellent customer service during deliveries.
• Communicate effectively with customers and the support team via the app.
• Adhere to all traffic laws and safe driving practices.
• Maintain the cleanliness and presentation of your delivery vehicle.
• Provide feedback on restaurant performance and delivery challenges.
• Manage your schedule and availability to meet demand.

• Proven experience in food service supervision or management.
• Strong knowledge of catering operations, food safety, and hygiene standards (e.g., HACCP).
• Excellent supervisory and leadership skills.
• Proficiency in using technology for remote management and communication.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to work autonomously and effectively in a remote setting.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Relevant certification in food safety is highly desirable.