Catering Assistant
Location: Daytona Sandown Park, Esher, Surrey
Department: Catering
Reporting to: Venue / Catering Supervisor
Hours: Full‑time (flexible, including evenings and weekends)
Are you reliable, energetic, and enjoy working in a busy food service environment? As a Catering Assistant at Daytona Sandown Park, you'll support food preparation, food service and customer service operations during our racing events. Working as part of a busy catering team, you'll help deliver high-quality food, maintain excellent food hygiene standards and create a positive customer experience.
Why Join Us
- Work in a fast‑paced, customer‑focused motorsport environment
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Be part of a friendly and supportive catering team
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No two days are the same in this busy venue
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Build skills in food preparation, service, and customer care
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Gain experience working in live events and high‑volume service
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Opportunity to develop within a well‑established karting business
About Daytona & Sandown Park
Daytona is the UK's leading karting operator, delivering one of the most authentic motorsport experiences available in arrive-and-drive karting. From championship-winning DMAX race karts and iconic endurance events to corporate experiences and junior driver development, Daytona provides unrivalled racing opportunities for drivers of all levels.
Daytona Sandown Park is a long-established outdoor karting venue operating in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment. Quality, consistency, and teamwork are at the heart of everything we do, ensuring every customer receives a safe, professional, and memorable experience.
The Role
As a Catering Assistant, you will support the day‑to‑day running of the catering operation, helping prepare and serve food, maintain hygiene standards, and ensure customers receive efficient and friendly service.
This is a hands‑on role suited to someone who enjoys working as part of a team in a busy environment and takes pride in maintaining high standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist with food preparation and presentation in line with business requirements
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Serve customers efficiently and provide a friendly, professional service
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Maintain high standards of cleanliness and food hygiene at all times
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Support stock control, storage, and rotation of ingredients
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Assist with keeping kitchen and service areas organised and well maintained
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Work closely with the wider team to support events and busy periods
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Follow all health, safety, and food safety regulations
What We're Looking For
- Previous experience in a kitchen, catering, or food service role (desirable)
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Positive attitude and willingness to learn
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Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment
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Strong teamwork and communication skills
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Good attention to detail and commitment to high standards
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Flexible availability, including evenings and weekends
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Food hygiene knowledge or certification (preferred but not essential)
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Right to work in the UK
