Job Detail

Catering Assistant/Barista

• Field: Hotel & Licensed Trade
• Deadline: 2026-01-26 10:01
• Liverpool, Merseyside

Adecco are pleased to be recruiting for a Catering Assistant/Barista to work within the Merseyside Police Force

Location: Merseyside Police HQ L3 3AN

Weekly pay: £13.45 per hour

Duration: 12 month assignment

Hours: 30 hours per week Monday to Friday (no weekends) 8:00-14:30

Start date: January 2026 (vetting dependent)

Holidays - 33 days including bank holidays, Pension scheme Free parking on site and on multiple public transport routes

Uniform provided, Opportunities for frequent over time to regularly cover sickness and holidays

Important note: Due to police vetting requirements, applicants must have resided in the UK continuously for at least 3 years at the time of application.

Are you passionate about great service and enjoy the buzz of a busy Coffee Shop and Café?

Do you thrive in a vibrant, team-oriented environment?

If so, we have the perfect opportunity for you! Our client, a key player in public services, Merseyside Police are seeking a dedicated Catering Assistant/Barista to join their team at their new HQ in L3 3AN only a 10 minute walk from the city centre.

Key Responsibilities:

Serving & preparing high quality hot drinks in the Coffee Shop
Serving Customers freshly made hot & cold food
Preparing Food in the kitchen
Serving & Delivering hospitality to meeting and function rooms
Maintain high standards of cleanliness and hygiene in all service areas, keeping areas clean, tidy & inviting
Working closely with your colleagues to meet department goals
Greeting customers with a warm & friendly smile whilst providing exceptional customer service
Ensure stock levels are maintained and all equipment is operated safely
Complete daily checks and cleaning schedules to uphold safe working practises
A passion for high quality customer service
Proactive & collaborative approach to teamwork
Comprehensive training is provided
Local residents of Liverpool
Must have prior experience in a Barista Coffee Shop or Cafe/Catering environment
Strong Customer service skills
Effective communication skills
Using Epos payment systems
Excellent organisational & time management Job Description:

Service - serve food and beverages to guests in a friendly and professional manner. Ensure that guests' needs and requests are efficiently and effectively addressed
Customer Service - provide excellent service by being attentive to guests' needs at every point on their customer journey. Answering questions and addressing any concerns or issues in a friendly manner
Teamwork - collaborate with all colleagues to ensure the smooth flow of operations and support and contribute to creating an inclusive and safe working environment
Adherence to Regulations - comply with health and safety regulations, as well as any specific food service or catering guidelines established on location
Cleanliness - maintain cleanliness and hygiene standards in the kitchen and dining areas Qualifications:

Have a contagious passion for food and/or customer service
You draw satisfaction from working within a collaborative and inclusive team environment
Ability to adapt to challenges and opportunities with a solution-oriented perspective
Previous experience in a similar role, especially in the food service industry, is often a plus
Some knowledge of food safety and sanitation practicesDon't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to join a forward-thinking organisation in a vibrant community. Apply today and take the next step in your career as a Catering Assistant/Barista!

Adecco is a disability-confident employer. It is important to us that we run an inclusive and accessible recruitment process to support candidates of all backgrounds and all abilities to apply. Adecco is committed to building a supportive environment for you to explore the next steps in your career. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.

Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

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