Overview
Job Title: Catering Assistant
Location: King George Hospital, Barley Lane, Ilford, Greater London, England, IG38YB
Salary: £27,081.77 per annum
Contract: Permanent
Type of Employment: Full Time
Hours: 37.5 hours per week
We are currently seeking a skilled and enthusiastic Barista to join our catering team. This role is perfect for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, has a strong knowledge of coffee preparation, and is committed to excellent customer service.
Responsibilities
* Preparing and serving high-quality coffee, hot beverages, and light snacks to a consistently high standard.
* Maintaining food safety and allergen awareness at all times, ensuring compliance with Mite and NHS.
* Managing stock levels for coffee, milk, and related supplies, and keeping service areas replenished.
* Operating tills and handling cash accurately, where required.
* Ensuring all equipment, workstations, and service areas are clean, tidy, and safe.
What We're Looking For
* Previous Barista experience with the ability to work under pressure and unsupervised, where required.
* Strong knowledge of food safety and allergen procedures.
* Excellent communication skills with a professional and approachable manner.
* A strong team player who also works confidently on their own initiative.
* Adaptability, reliability, and attention to detail.
* Passion for delivering outstanding customer service.
Desirable (but Not Essential)
* Basic Food Safety certificate (training will be provided).
* Experience in a catering or hospitality environment.
Benefits and Recruitment
Our market-leading offering provides you with benefits that suit your lifestyle. We have a virtual GP on hand for you and members of your household. Salary Finance scheme (access up to 50% of earned pay before payday for a small fee). Choices lifestyle benefits platform (extra holidays, insurance, health and wellbeing options). MiDeals discount platform, cycle-to-work scheme, life cover, enhanced pension contributions, save-as-you-earn, and Mitie Matching Share Plan.
We award our employees with Mitie Stars as recognition with monthly cash prizes and a top prize of £10,000 at year end. We offer diverse training and development opportunities.
Inclusion and Accessibility
We are committed to inclusive recruitment. If you have a disability or long-term condition and need reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know by emailing us.
Company
Since 1987, Mitie’s 76,000 employees have been maintaining companies globally. We are the UK’s leading facilities management and professional services company.
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