Catering Assistant (30 hours per week)

Business Unit:

Cubic Transportation Systems

Company Details:

Cubic offers an opportunity to provide innovative technology for government and commercial customers around the globe, helping to solve their future problems today. We’re the leading integrator of payment and information technology and services for intelligent travel solutions worldwide, and the leading provider of realistic combat training systems, secure communications and networking and highly specialized support services for military and security forces of the U.S. and allied nations. If you have an entrepreneurial spirit and thrive in an innovative environment, we want to talk to you about your next role at Cubic! We are seeking employees inspired by technology, and motivated by the rewards of hard work, commitment, teamwork, quality, integrity, and respect. We invite you to explore opportunities with Cubic.

Job Details:

Job Summary

We are seeking a skilled, and customer-focused Catering & Barista Assistant to support the Chef Manager in delivering a high-quality, in-house catering service to Cubic employees. This role is central to creating a welcoming and enjoyable experience for our team through excellent food, beverages, and service.

Key Responsibilities

Barista & Beverage Service

• Prepare and serve coffee and other beverages to order, following Cubic’s quality standards and customer preferences
• Maintain expert knowledge of our coffee offerings and educate customers on available options
• Ensure safe, hygienic, and efficient preparation of drinks

Customer Service & Front of House

• Deliver exceptional customer service with a professional and personable approach
• Take orders and process payments accurately, upselling where appropriate
• Be well-informed about all menu items, with a strong focus on allergens and dietary requirements
• Maintain a clean, presentable, and inviting front-of-house and seating area

Kitchen & Operational Support

• Assist with food preparation and kitchen duties as directed by the Chef Manager
• Follow all Health & Safety and food hygiene regulations
• Complete daily, weekly, and monthly cleaning tasks across both front and back of house
• Ensure all opening and closing procedures are completed to standard

Qualifications & Experience

Essential

• Proven experience as a Barista (certification or hands-on experience)
• Strong customer service skills with a positive, team-oriented attitude
• High attention to detail and cleanliness
• Ability to work independently during quieter periods
• Previous experience in a commercial kitchen or front-of-house environment
• Basic understanding of Health & Safety practices in food service

Desirable

• Food handling or Health & Safety certification
• Formal Barista training or certification

The description provided above is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties, responsibilities and requirements. Duties, responsibilities and requirements may change over time and according to business need.