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Canteen Assistant
Canteen Assistant - Plymouth
£12.71 hourly rate plus £1.94 p/h weekend allowance + £1.94 p/h after 6pm
- Hours: 31.5 per week (4 days, including weekends)
- Shift pattern: 8am–2.15pm (twice weekly) and 8am–6.30pm (twice weekly) (Rota provided in advance)
Location: Plymouth depot, Bell Close; Newnham Ind Est, Plymouth, PL7 4JH
Critically: Check you can reliably commute before applying.
About the Role
We’re looking for a Canteen Assistant to join our team at our Plymouth depot.
With around 140 colleagues on site, our canteen plays a key role in keeping everyone fed and happy. If you’ve got kitchen experience and a passion for great service, this could be an exciting opportunity with a company that values people.
What You’ll Do
- Prepare meals – Cook hot/cold food while following hygiene regulations
- Manage vending – Ensure food items are stocked for all shifts
- Maintain cleanliness – Keep kitchens, serving areas, and dining spaces orderly
- Serve & manage tills – Provide excellent service, handle cash confidently
- Order supplies – Manage weekly food/provision stock levels
- Coordinate deliveries – Work with the office to track warehouse food deliveries
- Perform stock checks – Conduct periodic audits of vending items
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What You’ll Bring
- Level 2 Food Safety & Hygiene qualification (mandatory)
- Kitchen experience – Demonstrated in food prep or service roles
- Customer focus – Friendly, reliable approach with strong interpersonal skills
Why Join Co-op?
As a member-backed business, we put people & communities first – and you’ll be part of something bigger than just a job. Benefits include:
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Work-Life Balance
- Holidays: 24 days+ per year (including bank holidays)
- Flexibility: Shifts designed with reliable commuting in mind
Rewards & Support
- Discounts: 30% off Co-op-branded store products
- Pension: Up to 10% employer contribution
- Stream free app – Access to earnings payouts
- Free AEP: Health & financial wellbeing support
Wellbeing & Community
- 401(k)/pension matching – Optional contributions available
- Inclusive culture – Commitment to diversity, disability confidence & veteran support
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