General Assistant – London Gatwick Airport
Start Your Career in Airline Catering with Full Training Provided
Location: Perimeter Road, Crawley
Pay & Schedule
Hourly Rate: £12.50
Overtime Rates: £18.75 (standard), £25.00 (bank holidays)
Shift Patterns:
- 06:00–15:00
- 07:00–16:00
- 08:00–17:00
Rotas: 5 on 3 off or 4 on 2 off
Start Date: JULY/AUGUST/SEPTEMBER
Contract Type: Ongoing, Temp to Perm Opportunities available
Flexibility Required: Must be available for any listed shifts and patterns
What’s in it for You?
- ✅ Free On-Site Parking
- ✅ Complimentary Meals & Drinks on Shift
- ✅ Uniform & PPE Provided
- ✅ Full Training – No Experience Needed
- ✅ Immediate Starts (after aviation background checks)
Key Duties & Responsibilities
- As a General Assistant, you will support various operational departments including the kitchen, dish wash area, and bonded warehouse. Duties include:
- Preparing food trays and airline meal sets
- Conducting temperature and quality assurance checks
- Checking, sealing, and labelling flight trolleys and canisters
- Receiving, unpacking, and organising stock
- Cleaning and stripping returned airline equipment
- Assisting with general warehouse and catering logistics
- Ensuring compliance with food hygiene and safety protocols
Who We're Looking For
- Reliable and punctual team players
- Willing to work across multiple departments
- Able to lift and move catering equipment safely
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced, hands-on environment
- No prior experience needed – just a great attitude
Pre-Employment Requirements (Due to CAA Regulations)
To work in this aviation role, all candidates must:
- ✅ Pass a Criminal Record Check (paid for by us)
- ✅ Provide a 5-year checkable work and address history (we assist with this)
- ✅ Hold valid, in-date photo ID (passport, driving licence, or ID card)
- ✅ Attend a paid Aviation Security Course
- ✅ Be eligible to work in the UK
✈️ Ready for Takeoff?
If you're enthusiastic, hard-working, and ready to join a global leader in airline catering – this is your opportunity.
Apply Now and start your journey with Aviation Connection and our client at London Gatwick Airport. We look forward to welcoming you on board!