Catering Assistant
Croydon
Croydon, United Kingdom
Full Time
Head-Office
Permanent Contract
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About the Role
🌟Join Superdrug Head Office- Make a Real Difference Every Day!🌟
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📍Location: East Croydon
đź•’Hours:Â 32
Hours per week
Monday to Friday 7:00am- 1600pm
đź’·Salary:Â Competitive
🎉Why Superdrug?
Passionate about Beauty and Health? Want to be part of an
innovative, trend setting retailer? Our vibrant Head Office, based by East
Croydon station is a fantastic environment filled with hundreds of brilliant
personalities.
We’re a team that puts our customers and our teams at the heart of everything
we do. At Superdrug, we aim to be the best in accessible health & beauty,
loved by our customers for value, choice, friendly advice, service and fun.
Our success comes from our people – they make the difference. We’re all about
personality, we have fun, and we work hard to deliver That Superdrug feeling.
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the exciting bit… A day includes:
We’re currently recruiting a reliable, customer-focused
Catering Assistant with barista experience to support our catering operation
within a busy corporate workplace. This is an excellent opportunity for someone
passionate about great coffee, quality food, and outstanding customer service.
As a Catering Assistant, you’ll play a key role in preparing
and serving food and drinks to a consistently high standard, supporting the
team to deliver an efficient service that delights customers every day. You’ll
be supported to grow and develop within a company that invests in its people
and offers a friendly working environment with a strong focus on teamwork and
work-life balance.
📝Key
Responsibilities:
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Prepare
and serve perfectly crafted coffees and beverages to a high
standard
Prepare and serve high‑quality food offerings in line with Superdrug standards
Deliver first‑class
customer service in a professional corporate environment
Maintain
a clean, organised, and well‑presented coffee and service area
Confidently
operate coffee machines and brewing equipment
Learn
and apply knowledge of brewing methods, beverage blends, and food
presentation
Receive
and process payments (cash and card transactions) accurately
Maintain
stock levels of clean cups, plates, and consumables
Carry
out daily equipment checks and report any maintenance or safety issues
Comply with Food Safety, Hygiene, and Health & Safety requirements at all times
Represent Superdrug values and brand standards positively
Work
collaboratively as part of a team in a fast‑paced facilities environment
What We’re Looking For
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Previous
catering or customer service experience, ideally with barista skills
Be
confident using coffee machines and brewing equipment
Be
a strong communicator who builds positive relationships easily
Show
enthusiasm, motivation, and attention to detail
Be
able to work effectively under pressure
Take
initiative and make decisions that enhance the customer experience
Demonstrate excellent
timekeeping, reliability, and attendance
Adapt
well to a busy corporate workplace setting
đź’ˇHere's what's in it for
you:
Up
to 33 days holiday  (inclusive of
bank holidays)
2
staff discount codes for yourself and a family member or friend
30%
discount on Superdrug Own Brand Products both in store and online
Company
pension matching and bonus
We
offer Stream - a money management app that gives you access to a
percentage of your pay as you earn it
Being
part of more! We are part of a group who work closely with Savers, The
Perfume Shop and Three UK
We
are part of A.S. Watson Group, the world's largest international health
and beauty retailer with over 15,700 stores in 25 markets!
Unrivalled
Learning and Development programmes
Enhanced
maternity/shared parental/adoption leave, company sick pay and pregnancy
loss and support
Come
and be part of something special!
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we manage and store your data please go to
https://www.superdrug.jobs/privacy-policy/
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Location
Superdrug Head Office, 51 Sydenham Road, Croydon, CR0 2EU, United Kingdom
Why Work With Us?
Superdrug, where we embrace exciting challenges that make a real difference. We provide a supportive environment where your innovative ideas and proactive spirit are not just welcomed but celebrated. Where you can be you! Are you ready to make your mark with us?
Avivia Digicare
Workplace+ You and your family will get access to an app that gives you free healthcare services like Digital GP, mental health consultations and an annual health check!
Holiday
You’ll receive up to 25 days of holiday, with the option to buy or sell days each year. Your holiday entitlement increases with your length of service—rising to 28 days after 3 years and up to 30 days after 5 years. Head office employees also enjoy 8 UK bank holidays each year.
Stream
The Stream app allows you to track how much money you’re earning throughout the month and take up to 40% of it ahead of pay day, giving you more pay flexibility. You will also have access to lots of discounts, a financial coach and a competitive saving pot.
Benefits
You can earn up to 30% bonus with March pay, get annual salary reviews in January, receive up to 7% pension contributions, and opt into company-paid private medical insurance, plus many more benefits. Check out your department page for more!
Amazing Team
Superdrug is a place for everyone. We respect every voice and celebrate individuality. Enjoy team incentives and fun! If you’re passionate and resilient, Superdrug is the place for you!
Team Member Discount
Enjoy perks like 30% off on Superdrug Own Brand products and 10% off on other brands. This includes our Superdrug Health Clinics and Superdrug Online Doctor! We also have friends and family events, where we increase your discount and allow you to share it!
Fantastic Fun
Work at Superdrug is not just work, it’s a fun-filled journey. We create a vibrant atmosphere filled with positivity. Every day brings new opportunities to learn, grow, and make a difference in the lives of our customers and colleagues.
Inspiring Futures
Superdrug is dedicated to inspiring careers We offer a variety of learning opportunities, including bespoke training programs that equip employees with the skills necessary to advance and transition into different roles.
Journey to Joining Our Amazing Team
1. Submit Your Application
Apply online with your CV, highlighting how your skills align with the role at Superdrug.
2. Initial Screening
Our recruitment team will review your application and contact you if it matches our requirements to confirm you are comfortable with the core details of the role and to get to know you better!
3. First Interview
If selected, you will be invited to a competency-based interview with the line manager via teams.
4. Second Interview
If further selected, you will attend a face-to-face interview at our Head Office. Depending on the role, you may be asked to prepare a presentation or complete a task for technical positions. You will be informed in advance if this is required.
5. Offer & Contract
Upon a successful application, you will receive a job offer and contract outlining the specifics of your role, salary, and benefits. Once accepted, we will initiate the onboarding process to collect all necessary details from you.
6. Onboarding
After completing your onboarding, your line manager will contact you to extend a welcome and address any questions you may have to ease first-day nerves. You will then be provided with a comprehensive induction plan designed to ensure your success.
Frequently Asked Questions
Questions? We have answers! - Check out our FAQ page for more.
Job Reference: 264161