Catering Assistant

Frontier is an independent video game developer and publisher, crafting immersive gaming experiences with fun gameplay and unparalleled artistic quality. Renowned for its iconic creative management simulation games, Frontier captivates players worldwide with immersive and authentic game worlds. The modern studio is located in the vibrant technology hub of Cambridge (UK). The talented team at Frontier are dedicated to nurturing our existing portfolio and delivering our exciting future roadmap.

We’re looking for 2x Catering Assistants to join our catering team on a part-time basis. These roles are key to ensuring the efficient routine operation of The Space Bar, our staff restaurant, requiring a strong sense of ownership of the kitchen and functions within it. Our Catering Team sits within our Health, Safety & Facilities team, whose aim it is to provide a positive, comfortable, and welcoming environment for all our people at all times.

We have 2 positions available:

- 20 hours per week – Monday to Friday 10:30am-2:30pm

- 30 hours per week – Monday to Friday 8:00am-2:30pm

Given the nature of this role, the successful candidate will need to be fully studio based and we are unable to offer remote or hybrid working. We can however provide a comprehensive relocation support package as part of any offer, should you need to relocate.

WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING

• Working front and back of house, serving customers food, and working on the till.
• Assisting with the day-to-day running of the Space Bar restaurant.
• Helping the Catering Manager and Chefs get ready for service.
• Food preparation tasks such as peeling, trimming and washing food so it is ready to be cooked and served.
• Make sandwiches, paninis and salads, and associated tasks, to a high standard.
• Help produce food of an impeccable standard while adhering to health and safety standards and regulations.
• Remaining customer focused at all times, being visible and approachable especially during service periods, and quick to exceed expectations to fulfil customer needs.
• Ensure the highest level of cleanliness of all kitchen and catering work areas, including but not limited to washing kitchen appliances, work surfaces, floors and walls.

WHAT YOU’LL BRING

• An interest in food and catering, with experience of working in a similar environment, and good knowledge of relevant H&S legislation.
• Passionate to provide excellent customer service.
• Works well under pressure, and is comfortable in a flexible, fast paced working environment.
• Team player that promotes both a fun but efficient and professional team environment.
• Shows a hands-on and willing approach to all tasks.
• Enthusiastic, with an eagerness to learn new skills.
• Self-motivated and able to work alone without direction.

You will work with talented and passionate people to support, develop or publish our sophisticated and enduring games, in a creative, collaborative and inclusive environment. We love what we do, and we work hard to provide outstanding experiences for our players.

Wellbeing is a big focus at Frontier, and we are continually evolving how we can support our people. We encourage a healthy work/life balance and provide a range of wellbeing activities, initiatives and sessions to support both mental and physical health.

We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, which includes a success-based annual bonus, share option schemes, life assurance, private family healthcare, flexitime working hours, enhanced maternity/paternity leave, in-house subsidised catering, support with relocation, a Cycle to Work scheme, free bike servicing, and social activities and events.

We strive to create an environment where everyone can fully demonstrate their capability and potential. If you therefore need any reasonable adjustments to support you during the recruitment process, please speak to your Talent Acquisition representative.