Catering Assistant- Bicester Avenue Garden Centre

Looking for a full-time role in a lively and customer-focused environment?

Location: Origins Café, Bicester Avenue – part of the Blue Diamond Group
Hours: Full-time

We are looking for a reliable and enthusiastic Catering Assistant to join our team at Origins Café, Bicester Avenue.

This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys working with people, has a passion for hospitality and wants to be part of a busy and friendly team. Weekend availability is required for this role.

Why Join Us?

Blue Diamond is the UK's leading garden centre group, renowned for quality, style and exceptional customer experience. Bicester Avenue is part of our growing network of centres across the UK and Channel Islands.

Our customers expect high standards, great food and a welcoming environment, and our teams play a big part in delivering just that.

The Role

As a Catering Assistant, you will help deliver excellent service and maintain high standards across Origins Café. Working in a busy and friendly environment, you'll help create a welcoming experience for all customers.

Duties will include (but are not limited to):

• Welcoming and serving customers
• Taking orders and processing payments accurately
• Preparing hot and cold drinks, including barista-style beverages
• Serving food and drinks efficiently
• Supporting the team during busy service periods
• Keeping the café clean, tidy and well presented
• Maintaining high standards of hygiene and food safety

About You

We're looking for someone who brings energy, reliability and a genuine passion for hospitality.

You'll be:

• Passionate about customer service and exceeding customer expectations
• Friendly, approachable and attentive
• Proud of delivering a job well done
• Able to work independently and as part of a team
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment
• Flexible and reliable, with weekend availability required
• Previous catering experience is preferred, but full training will be provided
• Barista experience would be advantageous

What We Offer

• Full-time hours
• Staff discount
• Supportive and friendly team environment
• Opportunity to gain valuable experience in catering and hospitality
• The chance to be part of a growing team

If you're looking for a full-time role and enjoy providing great service in a busy, friendly environment, we'd love to hear from you.