Operations Assistant - Leicestershire

£12.71 per hour
Ref: 1511 Date Posted: Tuesday 29 Sep 2026

Operations Assistant

Pay: £12.71 per hour
Hours: Flexible / Casual
Industry: Catering & Events

We are looking for a reliable, flexible and hardworking Operations Assistant to join a busy catering and events team.

This is a varied role supporting the day-to-day operations of our catering business. You will have the opportunity to work across different sites and events, helping to ensure everything is prepared, delivered and set up to a high standard.

No two days will necessarily be the same, so this role would suit someone who enjoys a varied working environment and is happy to get involved wherever needed.

The Role

As an Operations Assistant, your responsibilities may include:

  • Supporting the smooth running of day-to-day catering operations

  • Assisting with the preparation and set-up of events

  • Delivering and collecting catering equipment, stock and supplies

  • Assisting with loading and unloading vehicles

  • Setting up and clearing down event sites

  • Supporting the catering and events teams on-site

  • Working across different venues and locations as required

  • Ensuring equipment and supplies are handled safely and efficiently

  • Helping maintain high standards of cleanliness and organisation

  • Carrying out general operational duties as required

About You

We are looking for someone who is:

  • Flexible and adaptable with their working hours

  • Reliable, punctual and hardworking

  • Practical and hands-on, with a willingness to get involved

  • Able to work independently as well as part of a team

  • Comfortable working in a busy and sometimes fast-paced environment

  • Professional and friendly when dealing with clients, venues and colleagues

  • Willing to work evenings, weekends and varying hours depending on business and event requirements

Essential Requirements

Due to the nature of the role and our insurance requirements, candidates must:

  • Be aged 21 or over

  • Hold a full manual driving licence

  • Be confident driving as part of the role

  • Be willing and able to travel between different sites and event venues

  • Have a flexible approach to working hours

What We Offer

  • £12.71 per hour

  • Flexible/casual working opportunities

  • Varied work across catering events and venues

  • The opportunity to gain experience within the hospitality and events industry

  • A friendly and supportive working environment

  • A role where no two days are necessarily the same

If you're reliable, flexible and enjoy a hands-on role within the catering and events industry, we'd love to hear from you.

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