Barista in Basildon, Essex

Berry Recruitment are looking for an experienced Food Service Assistant to support a busy hospitality site in Basildon, working Monday to Friday with additional ad hoc cover shifts available when required. Food Hygiene Level 2 is essential, and we'll help you complete it free of charge if needed.

• Pay: £13.45 per hour
• Contract: Temporary
• Location: Basildon
• Experience: Previous food service or catering experience preferred
• Certification: Food Hygiene Level 2

Ad hoc shifts are available to cover holidays and sickness, with the following hours:

• Monday to Thursday: 08:00 to 14:30
  • 7 paid hours (30-minute unpaid break)
• Friday: 07:30 to 13:30
  • 5.5 paid hours (30-minute unpaid break)

• Serving customers in a professional and friendly manner
• Assisting with food preparation and basic kitchen duties
• Replenishing food and beverage counters throughout service
• Maintaining high standards of cleanliness in dining and kitchen areas
• Following all food safety, hygiene, and health & safety procedures
• Supporting the wider catering team as required
• Washing up and ensuring equipment is cleaned and stored correctly

• Previous experience in a food service, catering, kitchen, or hospitality environment
• Good customer service and communication skills
• Reliable, punctual, and able to work as part of a team
• A positive attitude and willingness to support where needed
• Food Hygiene Level 2 certificate, or willingness to complete one through Berry Recruitment

• Weekly pay
• Free Food Hygiene Level 2 certification
• Supportive and experienced consultants
• Opportunities for additional shifts and ongoing work

We are committed to fair and inclusive recruitment. All applicants will be considered on the basis of their skills, experience, qualifications and ability to perform the role, and no applicant will be treated less favourably because of a protected characteristic under the Equality Act 2010.