Who Are Absolute Taste and What Do We Do?
We are an innovative culinary and customer service provider,
dedicated to delivering inspirational food and experiences that redefine
customer satisfaction. With a commitment to excellence and a passion for
pushing boundaries, we continue to grow from strength to strength.
As a small, dynamic team of event professionals, we
specialize in creating exciting, well-managed, and sustainable events, while
fostering strong working relationships. We're looking for individuals who share
our fun, resilient, and hardworking values to join our supportive,
high-performing team.
This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a highly
regarded organisation dedicated to success and a positive, empowering culture.
About The Role
As a Catering Assistant, you will play an essential
part in delivering smooth, high‑quality service across all events. This role
combines guest‑facing responsibilities with practical operational support,
ensuring every aspect of service is delivered with care, efficiency, and
professionalism.
You will be responsible for creating a welcoming atmosphere
for guests, supporting table service, and maintaining a clean, organised event
space. Alongside your front‑of‑house duties, you will also assist the culinary
team with basic food preparation and simple cooking tasks, helping to keep back‑of‑house
operations running seamlessly.
This is a hands‑on, fast‑paced role suited to someone who
enjoys variety, works well under pressure, and takes pride in delivering
excellent customer service. Whether you’re greeting guests, setting up an event
space, preparing ingredients, or ensuring hygiene standards are met, you’ll
contribute directly to the smooth and successful delivery of each event.
Working Hours - 20 hours per week on average
Location: Tythe Barn, Launton, Oxfordshire
BEHIND THE BRAND
We’re a family-run, entrepreneurial business with an
exciting pace of life and a bright and friendly team. We are passionate about
creating stunning weddings and events with a personal touch, while continuously
innovating and refining our experience behind the scenes.
We value creativity, collaboration, integrity and
excellence, and we expect every team member to champion the Tythe Barn standard
in everything they do.
Your Key Responsibilities as a Catering Assistant will be
:
Front of House Leadership & Guest Experience
* Guest
Welcome & Care: Provide a warm, attentive welcome to all guests,
ensuring they feel supported and well looked after throughout the event.
* Premium
Table Service: Deliver high‑quality food and beverage service, including
plated meals, canapés, wine service, and efficient clearing to maintain
a polished dining environment.
* Event
Setup & Styling: Prepare the venue to Tythe Barn standards, including
laying tables, arranging décor, setting service stations, and ensuring all
spaces are immaculate before guest arrival.
* Wedding
Moment Support: Assist with key wedding elements such as drinks
receptions, toasts, cake service, evening food, and coordinated send‑offs,
ensuring each moment runs smoothly and beautifully.
* On‑the‑Day
Event Leadership: Act as a main point of contact during weddings, guiding
casual staff, coordinating service flow, and ensuring timelines are
followed with precision and calm professionalism.
Operational & Planning Responsibilities
* Event
Preparation & Coordination: Support pre‑event planning by reviewing
function sheets, confirming logistics, preparing equipment, and ensuring
all details are ready well in advance.
* Supplier
& Vendor Liaison: Work with external partners (florists,
photographers, entertainment, etc.) to ensure seamless arrival, setup, and
integration into the event schedule.
* Venue
Turnaround & Close‑Down: Lead efficient post‑event breakdown,
including clearing, cleaning, resetting spaces, and ensuring the venue is
restored to its high standard.
* Health,
Safety & Compliance: Uphold food safety, allergen awareness, and
hygiene standards across all service areas, ensuring safe and compliant
operations at all times.
Back of House & Culinary Support
* Basic
Food Preparation: Assist chefs with simple prep tasks such as washing,
chopping, portioning, and assembling ingredients.
* Support
with Simple Cooking Tasks: Help with heating, plating, or managing small
live stations under chef supervision.
* Kitchen
Hygiene & Organisation: Maintain a clean, tidy, and safe workspace,
following “clean as you go” practices and supporting smooth kitchen
operations.
What We Are Looking For:
Essential
* A warm, friendly approach with the
ability to make guests feel welcome and well cared for.
* Strong
communication skills and confidence interacting with a wide range of
people.
* A
proactive, can‑do attitude, with the ability to stay calm and organised
under pressure.
* Good
attention to detail, ensuring service areas, table settings, and
presentation standards are consistently high.
* A team‑focused mindset, supporting
colleagues across both front‑ and back‑of‑house tasks.
* A willingness to learn, including basic
food preparation, simple cooking tasks, and safe working practices.
* Reliability
and professionalism, with a commitment to delivering excellent service
every time.
Desirable
* Experience
within luxury venues or premium hospitality
* Knowledge
of wedding supplier networks
* First
Aid or Health & Safety training
Why Join Us at Absolute Taste?
Join a fast-growing and innovative company that is
redefining customer experiences in the culinary and event space. We offer an
empowering team culture, the opportunity to work on exciting, well-managed
events, and a supportive, resilient team environment.
We are committed to supporting your career growth with
thorough training and ongoing development.
You can also enjoy benefits such as:
* 25
Days holiday + Bank Holiday
* 3%
Pension
* Life
Assurance
If you're ready to make an impact in a fast-paced
environment and contribute to the success of Absolute Taste, apply today and
join our team!
We are committed to being an equal opportunities employer.