Catering Assistant- 12 months temp
NEXT · Leicester, Leicestershire
Catering Assistant- 12 months temp at NEXT, based in Leicester, Leicestershire. This is a temporary role.
- Salary
- Competitive
- Location
- Leicester, Leicestershire
- Contract
- Temporary
- Posted
- 2 days ago
- Closes
- 27 Oct 2026
- Sector
- Hospitality & Catering
Reference 77748
About the role
The Role:
At Next, we have a great opportunity for a Catering Assistant to join our busy catering team at our Head Office in Leicestershire. Working within our on-site coffee shop and restaurant, you will play an important role in supporting the business through the provision and high-quality service of all food and drink. The working hours for this role are Monday-Friday 6:30am-1:00pm working 30 hours per week
What You'll Take On:
- Serve all food and drink in our coffee shops and restaurants, ensuring all customers are dealt with in an efficient, welcoming, and friendly manner.
- Deliver coffee and buffets for internal business meetings and hospitality events across the Head Office site.
- Merchandise food and drink stock effectively for sale to maintain an appealing retail display.
- Operate tills and handle cash transactions accurately, record fridge temperatures twice daily, and complete all required cleaning of service areas and equipment to maintain strict hygiene standards.
- Report any equipment faults or operational issues promptly to management, and collaborate with team members to share ideas and continuously improve service.
What You'll Bring:
- A Level 2 Food Hygiene qualification (or equivalent) alongside prior experience working in a similar catering, food service, or hospitality environment.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a collaborative approach to sharing knowledge with colleagues.
- A strong commitment to delivering outstanding customer service to diverse colleagues and visitors across the business.
- The ability to prioritise your own work to meet busy operational deadlines, troubleshoot minor issues proactively, and suggest improvements to daily routines.
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Reference: 77748 · Posted 2 days ago · Closes 27 Oct 2026 · Listed via NEXT
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