We are currently seeking enthusiastic individuals who can provide outstanding levels of customer service. If you are seeking a varied and fast paced role, we want to hear from you! Experience preferred but enthusiasm essential! To apply and register your interest in the event please click on apply now, register your details, remove your personal details from your CV and upload by midnight on Sunday 26 th April. Recruitment Event Details Date: Thursday 7 th May 2026 Time: 4:30 – 6:30 pm Location: Harrogate Convention Centre (HCC), Kings Suite via entrance 3 (main reception) Free parking on site for the Recruitment Event Refreshments included Drop in – no appointment needed Please bring a copy of your right to work (Passport or NI number and Birth Certificate) and reference details If you are interested in this position but unable to attend the recruitment event, please contact matchamscatering@harrogateconventioncentre.co.uk to arrange an alternative meeting. About us Matcham's is our in-house catering team here at Harrogate Convention Centre. We pride ourselves on quality produce and impeccable service and focus on supporting local suppliers and producers from the North of England, Yorkshire, and Harrogate. We cater to a variety of events and provide a range of services from a tea and coffee service to full-blown celebratory banquets. We are a friendly and driven team who put our customers at the heart of everything we do. We pride ourselves on delivering a professional, high standard service. The role As a Casual Catering Assistant at Harrogate Convention Centre, you will be part of a team working in various aspects of the front-line operation. You will be customer focused, ensuring a high standard of customer service is upheld at all times. This role will include shift work, so a flexible approach is required. Matcham’s is a 7-day operation, so weekend shifts are available. Duties and responsibilities Serving of food, beverages and alcoholic drinks. Ensure that sales opportunities are maximised by effective selling all services Ensure the effective setting up of rooms and equipment, preparing room layouts to the requirements of the customer. What you will bring We are seeking motivated individuals that can demonstrate adaptability to be able to work across various aspects of the front-line operation. You will ideally: Be able to demonstrate effective communication and interpersonal skills Have experience of working as part of a team as well as on your own initiative What we can offer In return for your hard work and dedication to our service, we can offer you the chance to be part of a strong and supportive team having access to great benefits, such as shopping discounts, home technology and green car salary sacrifice schemes. Please see our Total Rewards Brochure for more details. Contact and Apply For an informal conversation about the role please contact matchamscatering@harrogateconventioncentre.co.uk to arrange this.