Bar Assistant

ESS – Defence, Energy and Government Services; Salisbury; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 13,000; Part time

Job summary

Compass Group UK&I is seeking a part-time Bar Personnel in Salisbury to craft drinks and deliver first-class service for Defence engagements, contracted to 20 hours per week and 50.2 weeks per year. You will ensure accurate beverage preparation, maintain a clean bar, handle payments, and represent Defence with a positive brand image.

We value excellent communication, reliability, and a friendly, professional appearance.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proven ability to deliver high-quality customer service in a fast-paced environment.
• Reliable team player with strong time management.

Responsibilities

• Preparing drinks and serving food to a high standard.
• Maintain an efficient bar service with attention to quality and speed.
• Keep the bar area clean and well organised.
• Know beverages inside out and how to present them.
• Process payments (cash and card) accurately.
• Be an enthusiastic team player and clear communicator.
• Represent Defence and uphold a positive brand image.
• Comply with Food Handling & Hygiene standards.
• Adhere to Health & Safety regulations.

Skills

Excellent communication

Customer service

Team player

Reliability

Timekeeping

Job description

We're currently recruiting for talented Bar Personnel to help us create beautifully crafted drinks and provide exceptional customer service for Defence on a part time basis, contracted to 20 hours per week.

As Bar Personnel, you will use your skills to deliver first-class service and perfectly presented drinks to our customers. You'll get given every opportunity to progress within a company that invests in its people, celebrates individuality, and rewards and recognises employees who go beyond the plate.

Please note: This role is contracted to 50.2 weeks per year.

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/3007/95908001/52685979/BU #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!