Catering-Assistants for hire in Reading
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Communication Skills10%Customer Service8%Organisational Skills7%Education level
Bachelor's degree46%High school diploma or GED40%Vocational or technical training11%Years of experience
More than 10 years60%Less than a year20%1-2 years20%Current company
Harrison Catering Services
AspenAspens Catering Services LtdTime at current job
2-5 years38%1-2 years25%More than 5 years25%
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Last updated: 11 Oct 2026
Catering Assistant: Cost of hiring?
- Common salary in Reading: £25,420 yearly
- Typical salaries range from £25,420 – £26,134 yearly
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Assistant Manager ExperienceLeadershipCommunication SkillsBarista ExperienceTime ManagementOrganisational SkillsCatering Assistant
Reading
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Food SafetySkills
Time ManagementCommunication SkillsCustomer ServiceWarehouse ExperienceFood Service ExperienceComputer LiteracyDeputy Manager
Reading
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First Aid CertificationSkills
Communication SkillsLeadershipCustomer ServiceDecision MakingBusiness DevelopmentResdiaryCatering Assistant
Reading
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Computer SkillsSkills
Communication SkillsOrganisational SkillsHospitalityData Analysis SkillsEnglishFood PreparationOperations Manager
Reading
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First AidFirst Aid CertificationFood SafetySkills
Operations ManagementCustomer ServiceFront DeskSalesRetail SalesCoachingCatering Kitchen Assistant
Reading
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COSHH ComplianceFood Hygiene CertificateLevel 2 Food Hygiene CertificateSkills
Level 2 Food Hygiene CertificateFood Hygiene CertificateFood HandlingCulinary ExperienceFood HygieneCooking
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What's the average time to fill a catering assistant role?
The average time to fill a catering assistant role is 33 days, calculated from the moment the job is posted until a candidate accepts the offer.
What skills do catering-assistants tend to have?
According to the candidates available on Smart Sourcing, the most common skills for a catering assistant include: communication skills, customer service and organisational skills.
What licenses or certifications are common for catering-assistants?
Common licenses or certifications for catering-assistants include: Food Hygiene Certificate, Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate and First Aid Certification.
What are some job titles related to catering-assistants?
According to Indeed's Smart Sourcing data, job titles related to catering-assistants include: HLTA, operations manager and catering assistant [h0122].
What level of education is common for a catering assistant?
Bachelor's degree is the most common level of education for a catering assistant in Reading, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.
How many years of experience is common for a catering assistant?
Most catering-assistants have 14 years of professional experience.
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