General Assistant

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.