General Assistant

Food service assistant, £12.21 per hour,

Monday to Friday 8.30 am to 12.30 pm

3 month contract, followed by a rolling 1 month contract 

Location: Toll End Road, Tipton DY4 0HH

We are looking for a general assistant at our location in Tipton. The role will be working within a small tream, preparing cold food for delegate lunches. The hours of work could be altered to fit in around school drop off times. 

Benefits:

• 28 Days holiday including bank holidays
• Plus your birthday off
• 3 volunteering days
• 3 days grandparent leave
• 24 week’s enhanced maternity leave
• Secondary carer leave
• Wedding/commitment day leave
• Free meals on shift
• Bespoke training and development opportunities
• Apprenticeships opportunities for all experience levels
• Pension and life insurance
• Discounts available on our Perkbox app; high street shops, holidays & cinema
• Wellbeing hub
• Access to employee assistance programme
• Cycle to work scheme

Do you have a passion for providing genuine hospitality and impeccable service? Are you a collaborative team player? Are you friendly, professional and efficient? Yes? Then this is the role for you. At BaxterStorey, we believe that every interaction is an opportunity to create a lasting impression, that’s why we’re looking for a General Assistant who strives to exceed expectations at every turn. As a trailblazer in the hospitality industry, we are excited to open our doors to individuals who share our passion for delivering exceptional experiences and creating unforgettable moments.

We believe that it is our people that set us apart, that’s why as a member of our team, you will be supported in an inclusive environment that encourages growth and celebrates diversity. We will invest in your development with ongoing training, to ensure that you have the skills and knowledge to thrive in your role, and we guarantee a good work-life balance, because we believe that people excel when they are given the space to take care of themselves.

If you are a General Assistant who thrives on delivering extraordinary experiences, loves to be part of a harmonious and collaborative team, we would love to hear from you!

We are seeking a friendly and efficient General Assistant to join our team in Tipton, United Kingdom. As a General Assistant, you will play a crucial role in supporting various aspects of our operations, ensuring smooth day-to-day functioning and excellent customer service.

• Assist in the preparation and serving of food and beverages, maintaining high standards of hygiene and presentation
• Support hospitality services as required, ensuring a welcoming environment for customers and guests
• Maintain cleanliness and organisation of kitchen, dining, and service areas
• Collaborate with team members to ensure efficient operations across all areas
• Provide friendly and professional customer service to students, staff, and visitors
• Undertake various administrative tasks to support the smooth running of the facility
• Assist with stock management and inventory control
• Support the set-up and breakdown of events or meetings as needed
• Adapt to changing priorities and assist in other areas of the organisation as required

• Experience in a catering, food service, or customer-facing environment is desirable but not essential
• Basic understanding of food hygiene and safety practices; Level 1 Food Safety Certificate is advantageous
• Strong teamwork skills with the ability to collaborate effectively in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent communication skills and a friendly, customer-focused attitude
• Keen attention to detail and ability to maintain high standards of cleanliness and organisation
• Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and work various shifts, including weekends and evenings if required
• Ability to multitask and prioritise workload efficiently
• Basic computer skills for administrative tasks
• Physical ability to stand for extended periods and lift moderate weights
• A positive attitude and willingness to learn and take on new responsibilities

For almost 20 years, for every client, in every location (whether that’s an office, stadium, cathedral or university), we have created beautiful spaces, exciting menus and friendly teams, so that each and every customer can have the hospitality experience they deserve.

We need the brightest and the best to join us to make this all possible. We will support you to create your hospitality legacy and build a career that you are proud of.

Our drive and belief in our people, means that we always strive to supercharge our team’s careers. ‘Better’ is a daily habit that sits deep within our DNA, meaning learning will be front and centre of your experience working with us.

Join us, and be part of the food revolution!

BaxterStorey Values:

ALWAYS VISIONARY

We strive for better, we never settle, never compromise, never follow. We lead the way, blazing our own trail.

WHOLEHEARTEDLY POSITIVE

We are up-beat, motivating and inspiring. Our love for what we do radiates through our food, and is amplified by our people.

CREATIVELY COLLABORATIVE

We embrace our differences to push creativity and we work together to be better.

FOREVER CONSCIOUS

We work together as a team to lead by example, protecting the planet and supporting local communities.

Interested? Even if you don’t meet all requirements, we’d like to hear from you. If you are motivated and hungry to learn, we can work together to develop your potential.

We are proud to be an inclusive employer and welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds. We celebrate individuality and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We encourage applications from people of all ages, abilities, gender identities, sexual orientations, races, religions, and socio-economic backgrounds.

BaxterStorey is committed to encouraging equity, diversity, and inclusion (ED&I) among our workforce and aim for our workforce to be truly representative of all sections of society, and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To support our commitment to this we have set ourselves an ambition to ‘set the standard and to be recognised for having the most inclusive culture in hospitality’.

Join us and bring your unique perspective to our team.