Blue Arrow are recruiting a General Assistant in Alrewas!
Location: Alrewas, Burton on trent & Surrounding Areas
Contract Type: Temporary, Ongoing and Flexible Assignments - mostly helping out for events!
Pay Rate: £12.71 - £13.00 per hour, depending on the assignment, shift pattern and client environment
Looking for Flexible Catering Work?
Blue Arrow is currently recruiting dedicated and dependable General Assistants to support a client front and back of house.
Whether you're looking for occasional shifts to fit around other commitments or seeking more regular work, we offer a range of opportunities across multiple catering and hospitality settings.
Benefits of Working with Blue Arrow
· Competitive pay rates from £12.71 to £13.00 per hour
· Weekly pay
· Flexible working patterns tailored to your availability
· Weekday and weekend shifts available
· Fast-track starts for successful candidates
· Experience across a variety of catering environments
· Ongoing support from your local Blue Arrow team
Alternative Assignments are below, if interested in multiple assignments please still apply below
· Residential and Nursing Care Homes
· Schools and Educational Establishments
· Nurseries and Childcare Facilities
· Industrial and Corporate Catering Units
· Leisure Centres and Hospitality Venues
· Commercial Kitchens and Event Catering Operations
DBS Requirements
Some assignments are within regulated environments, including schools, nurseries and care settings. Therefore, applicants may need a valid Enhanced DBS Certificate covering Child Workforce, Adult Workforce, or both.
Your DBS must either:
· Be registered on the DBS Update Service, or
· Have been issued within the previous 12 months
If you do not currently hold a valid DBS, Blue Arrow can assist with the application process. Please note that a fee applies for new DBS checks.
Key Duties
As a General Assistant, your responsibilities may include:
· Supporting food preparation and basic kitchen tasks
· Serving meals, snacks and beverages
· Ensuring kitchen and dining areas remain clean and presentable
· Adhering to food safety, allergen awareness and health & safety regulations
· Assisting chefs and kitchen teams during busy service periods
· Cleaning kitchen equipment, utensils and workstations
· Assisting with stock management and rotation
· Maintaining high hygiene standards at all times
· Serving customers
Candidate Requirements
We're keen to hear from individuals who have:
· Previous experience within catering, hospitality, food service or kitchen environments
· Understanding of food hygiene and safe working practices
· A Food Hygiene Certificate (preferred but not essential)
· A positive, adaptable and proactive approach
· Excellent communication and teamwork skills
· Strong reliability and punctuality
· The ability to work effectively in a busy environment
· Access to transport, which would be beneficial when travelling between assignments
Apply Today
Register your interest now and explore a variety of General Assistant opportunities across Burton upon Trent and the surrounding areas.
Blue Arrow is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to helping find great work opportunities for great people.