Bar Assistant

Compass Group UK; Royston; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 17,000; Full time

Job summary

Compass Group UK is recruiting a dedicated Bar Personnel (Zero Hours) to support Defence operations on a casual, zero-hours basis. You will prepare drinks, serve food, manage payments, and ensure a clean, compliant bar environment while representing Defence and maintaining a positive brand image.

The role emphasizes excellent communication, client service, reliability, and the ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced setting. Relief cover is expected as part of shift patterns.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills and ability to build relationships.
• Strong commitment to delivering high levels of customer service.
• Ability to work under pressure and maintain reliability and timekeeping.

Responsibilities

• Preparing perfectly blended drinks and serving high-quality food that delights customers.
• Maintaining an effective bar service with emphasis on high-quality, efficient service.
• Keeping the bar area clean.
• Having complete knowledge of beverages served, how to prepare and present them.
• Receiving and processing payments (cash and cards).
• Being an enthusiastic team player and a clear communicator.
• Representing Defence and maintaining a positive brand image.
• Complying with Food Handling & Hygiene standards.
• Complying with Health & Safety regulations.

Skills

Communication

Customer service

Timekeeping

Reliability

Teamwork

Job description

We're currently recruiting a dedicated Bar Personnel (Zero Hours) to help ensure the smooth running of the operations in Defence on a permanent casual basis, contracted to 0 hours per week.

As a Bar Personnel (Zero Hours), you will use your skills to maintain a high standard of quality work. In return, you will have the chance to progress your career with a company that invests in its people, celebrates individuality, and rewards and recognises employees who go beyond the plate.

Here's an idea of what your shift patterns will be: Relief coverage

Could you bring your spark to Defence? Here's what you need to know before applying:

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Preparing perfectly blended drinks and serving high-quality food that delights our customers
• Maintaining an effective bar service with an emphasis on high-quality, efficient service
• Keeping the bar area clean
• Having a perfect knowledge of all beverages served in the bar, how to prepare them and how they should be presented
• Receiving and processing payments (cash and credit cards)
• Being an enthusiastic team player and excellent communicator
• Representing Defence and maintaining a positive brand image
• Complying with Food Handling & Hygiene standards
• Complying with Health & Safety regulations

Our ideal Bar Personnel will:

• Be a brilliant communicator and easily build relationships
• Have a warm personality and smartly presented
• Be committed to delivering high levels of customer service
• Strive for excellence in an eager and motivated manner
• Take initiative and make decisions that are right for our customers
• Possess the ability to work under pressure
• Demonstrate exceptional timekeeping and reliability

Part of Compass Group UK&I, ESS is the Defence, Government, and Energy services sector of Compass Group UK & Ireland. We support 250+ UK military establishments, high profile police, secure environments and government sites, along with a range of onshore and offshore facilities including platforms, drilling rigs, floatels and offices for the energy sector. We know that a friendly face makes all the difference, so we look for people who are passionate about delivering excellent customer service, at all levels, to join our teams.

Job Reference: com/2408/96052001/52829074/WJ #Defence

Compass Group UK&I is committed to fostering an environment where every individual can truly be themselves at work and has equal opportunities to advance in their careers. We strive to build a culture that respects and celebrates the unique talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities of all our team members. We want our colleagues to feel valued, empowered to reach their full potential, and to thrive - because diversity is our strength!