Catering Assistant

Salary: £25877.80 per annum (full time equivalent £27,476.32)

Contract: Permanent - 37 hours per week 

Working hours: Mon & Tue 9-5.15pm, Wed & Thu 9.15-5.15pm, Sun 9.15-4.15pm

Closing Date: Monday 29 June 2026, 10am

We are looking for friendly, passionate, and enthusiastic team players to join our catering team.

As Catering Assistant you will deliver a vital role in the daily operation and smooth running of the Hub’s CaféBar, working with a small dynamic team to deliver a high-quality food and drink service.
 

What you’ll do:

• Provide friendly and prompt customer service that enriches the visitor experience at the Hub.
• Carry out daily tasks to ensure the smooth and efficient running of the CafeBar including, carrying out opening and closing procedures, maintaining stock levels, delivering routine checks, cleaning and washing up.
• Ensure the CaféBar is safe, clean and presented to the highest standard at all times.
• Prepare and deliver the Hub’s daily menu of food options and hot & cold drinks, ensuring compliance with food safety law.
• Take orders and payments ensuring accurate cash handling, through the use of our Cafe till system, and complete daily cashing up procedures.
• Support the delivery of events including, setting up rooms and banqueting tables, and helping to prepare buffets and catering.
• As directed by the duty management, ensure all routine health and safety checks are completed and environmental health requirements are fully met.
• Be present and alert during opening hours to ensure the health and safety and comfort of all visitors, reporting any problems to the Duty Manager.
• Undertake training and CPD as required.
• Undertake any other duties consistent with the role and as requested by management.

What you need:

• Excellent customer service skills
• Confidence in engaging with visitors of all ages and backgrounds
• Aptitude for multi-tasking and prioritising to meet deadlines
• Attention to detail with good organisation skills
• You will be enthusiastic and hard-working with excellent attention to detail
• Work under pressure
• Good time management
• Excellent focus and attention to detail
• Skilled and enthusiastic in delivering an excellent standard of cleanliness & hospitality
• Previous experience of front of house, barista or Cafe work is desired
• A can-do attitude
• Reliable and punctual
• Motivated with a flexible and adaptable approach
• Requirement to work flexibly to support the centre daily’s operations
• Ability to work as part of a team and independently
  
  In return, you will get:
• Discounts in the Hub shop and CafeBar
• Learning & development to support career development
• Industry leading rates of pay
• Good pension schemes
• Free eye tests and discounted glasses
• Health assurance
• Discounted membership at GLL/Better leisure centres and 20% off GLL spa experience treatments and associated products
• 25% off Red Letter Days and Buy A Gift
• The opportunity to join GLL’s Society with access to exclusive discounts on villas in Portugal and Ski chalets in Bulgaria

To apply:

Your application will be assessed on the job demands and person specification. Please send one document including a covering letter (maximum 2 sides of A4) outlining your suitability and motivation for the role and what being a  Catering Assistant at the Hub means to you. Please also include an up-to-date CV. You can only upload ONE document to the portal, so please combine both documents together before uploading.

APPLY HERE

Closing Date: Monday 29 June 2026, 10am

Please note: Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and the Hub reserves the right to end the selection process before the application deadline. You are encouraged to submit your application early to avoid disappointment.

For an informal conversation regarding the post, please contact Molly Petts on 01529 308710 or email molly@hub-sleaford.org.uk