Catering Operations Assistant - London Gatwick - Crawley

We are currently recruiting for a Catering Operations Assistant to join our airline catering team within a catering company in Crawley. This position suits someone who thrives in a dynamic, high-volume environment and is comfortable working across different operational areas, including Dishwash, Production, and Pick & Pack.

Pay : £12.81 per hour

Working Pattern

4 days on / 2 days off (rotating schedule)

Shifts

06:00 - 14:30
14:30 - 23:00

What We Offer

Complimentary meals during shifts

Free on-site parking

Full training provided

Uniform supplied

The Role - Catering Operations Assistant

As a member of the operations team, you will support the accurate preparation and timely dispatch of airline catering products and equipment, ensuring all customer and operational standards at Gatwick are consistently met. This position provides the opportunity to be part of a fast-moving logistics distribution and supply chain industry within the aviation catering sector.

Key Responsibilities

General Responsibilities

Maintain correct stock rotation to preserve quality and compliance

Track and report food waste levels

Record and report damaged items such as crockery or glassware

Work collaboratively to achieve daily production goals

Dishwash Area

Dispose of waste safely using designated equipment

Operate industrial wash machinery in accordance with training

Monitor wash cycles and temperatures to ensure compliance

Check cleaned items to confirm they meet hygiene and safety standards

Production Area

Prepare airline catering items according to company and airline specifications

Distribute products efficiently to relevant departments

Assemble and load catering carts and trolleys based on passenger numbers

Pick & Pack

Conduct quality checks prior to packing

Pack carts accurately according to flight requirements

Complete final security and compliance checks in line with procedures

Skills & Experience

Minimum one year of catering experience preferred

Strong team player with effective communication skills

Good written and spoken English

If you are reliable, detail-oriented, and ready to work in a fast-moving airport catering environment, we would love to hear from you.

Please note: Due to the nature of our business, we are regulated by the CAA (Civil Aviation Authority), therefore it is compulsory for all applicants to provide or be willing to obtain the following:

Apply for a Criminal Record Check (Paid for by us!)
Have a full 5-year checkable history (Obtained for you by us!)
Have an in date and valid Photo ID (Passport, Driving Licence, ID Card etc)
Provide a full 5-year address history
Attend an Aviation Security Course (Paid for by us!)