Catering Assistant

Bouygues Energies and Services currently has an exciting opportunity for a Catering Assistant to work within our catering team within a key government building canteen.  This is an excellent opportunity for an individual looking to further their career in FM by gaining experience in a highly professional and corporate environment.  This is a permanent position working 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday from 8:30 to 17:00 with a 30 minute lunch break.

The role:

• To provide a food and beverage service to the highest standard
• To assist with all aspects of food preparation, cleaning and presentation in line with legislation
• To carry out general catering duties as directed by the Management Team
• To clean all designated areas and equipment according to the cleaning roster or as required
• To assist in the preparation and service of hospitality functions and the delivery and collection to and from designated areas
• To operate tills within the catering outlets and adhere to cash handling procedures
• Working 40 hours per week, from 08.30 to 17.00, Monday to Friday 

The person:

• Previous experience in a similar role/environment essential
• Working knowledge of food preparation and maintaining a clean working environment
• A team player with good communications skills and a willingness to learn
• Basic food hygiene certificate
• Previous Barista experience in a cafe environment and use of a semi-automatic espresso machine/using an EPOS till system is preferable
• Cleaning knowledge and/or previous health and safety training is desirable
• Please note employment in this post is dependent upon obtaining security clearance; this requires 5 years’ residency in the UK and a valid passport.

Our excellent benefits package includes:

• Generous holiday allowance
• Company share scheme
• 2 paid volunteering days a year
• Cycle to work scheme
• Season ticket loan
• Employee assistance programme

Why Bouygues E&S Solutions?

Bouygues Energies & Services Solutions (BYES) is an international business operating in over 25 countries and employing over 13,500 people. The company is part of the Bouygues Group – a global brand employing over 130,000 people in 80 countries within the construction, engineering, civil works, energy services, telecommunications, and media sectors.

In the UK, Bouygues Energies & Services is a leading provider of facilities management (FM), energy services, highways, and complex engineering solutions across the public and private sectors.

Bouygues E&S Solutions is an equal opportunities employer and encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of gender, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity.

We place a strong emphasis on continual development, both professional and interpersonal. Currently over 2% of the Company’s payroll is spent on Learning and Development activities. We have our own international and local training centres, delivering technical and management courses.

Be Yourself!

Here at Bouygues we value the creativity and innovation that our diverse workforce brings, encouraging people from all backgrounds, particularly those from underrepresented communities to apply. By joining us, you will be inspired to bring your full self to the workplace, speak up and share your unique ideas. You will also have an opportunity to join our employee led diversity & inclusion communities such as WeLink (women network), Encompass (LGBTQ+), Kaleidoscope (BAME), Disability and Wellness peer support network, Parents and Carers network.

We are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of gender, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity.

We value your privacy and we are committed to protecting your personal details. If you choose to apply for this role, please do not include any sensitive data on your CV which reveals (directly or indirectly); your race or ethnic origins, your political, philosophical or religious opinions, or your membership of a trade union, your social security number, or information which relates to your health or sexual orientation or to any criminal convictions.