Catering Assistant

We are seeking a hard-working individual who is committed to delivering a high-quality catering experience to work at our idyllic Abberton Reservoir. You will be responsible for the preparation of food alongside providing a friendly welcome to our Café. If you thrive within a busy team environment, then we’ve got a great opportunity for you.

Would you like to work in a beautiful location and become an important part of a busy and dedicated catering team?

Essex Wildlife Trust is the county’s leading conservation charity.  It has more than 37,000 members, manages and protects over 8,400 acres of land on 87 nature reserves and 2 nature parks and runs 11 visitor centres.  The aim of Essex Wildlife Trust is to Protect Wildlife for the Future and for the People of Essex.  It is supported financially by members, local businesses and grant making organisations.  It is one of the largest of the 46 county wildlife trusts that work together throughout the British Isles as The Wildlife Trusts.

We are looking for enthusiastic people that can work in a reactive environment to offer all our visitors a warm welcome and positive interaction whenever they visit us. The ideal candidate will have a strong catering background. This role will include cooking, and front of house duties. Food Hygiene qualifications are strongly desirable but not essential.

Responsibilities include:

• Delivering a high-quality catering experience at our visitor centre.
• Ensuring the highest standards of food hygiene and safety are maintained at all times.
• Overseeing volunteers to ensure the smooth running of the catering offer.

This role does involve a commitment to working alternate weekends as part of a rota.

Closing date: Sunday 22nd September, Midnight

Interview date: Thursday 3rd October 

How to apply: Visit www.essexwt.org.uk/jobs

Please return your application to jobs@essexwt.org.uk

Essex Wildlife Trust aims to employ a diverse body of people with different perspectives, values and attitudes. We seek to promote an inclusive environment where differences are shared and valued; unfair treatment or discrimination is challenged; and everyone is able to reach their full potential.

Protecting Wildlife for the Future and for the People of Essex