Bar Staff

ESS – Defence, Energy and Government Services; Poole; On-site; GBP 13,776 - 16,531; Part time

Job summary

A leading services provider in Poole is seeking part-time Bar Staff to deliver exceptional customer service in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities include food preparation, cash handling, and maintaining hygiene standards. The ideal candidate should possess a positive attitude, strong teamwork skills, and the ability to thrive under pressure. Previous experience in a similar role is a plus, but not essential.

Qualifications

• Have a can-do attitude and passion for delivering excellent customer service.
• Display reliability and outstanding timekeeping.
• Experience within a catering-related role is beneficial but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Prepare food that delights clients.
• Create attractive food displays.
• Represent the brand positively.
• Handle cash and operate the register.
• Comply with food safety standards.

Skills

Customer service

Team player

Timekeeping

Pressure handling

Job description

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Are you a team player with a passion for food and people? Do you thrive in a busy environment? If so, we are looking for someone to help us deliver an exceptional customer experience for Defence on a part‑time basis, contracted to 16 hours per week.

As a Bar Staff, you will contribute to a passionate and friendly team working in a fast‑paced environment. You'll have the opportunity to progress within a company that invests in its people, celebrates individuality, and rewards employees who go beyond the plate.

Shift patterns: 5 out of 7 days. Role is contracted to 50 weeks per year.

Responsibilities

• Preparing delicious, high‑quality food that delights our clients and customers
• Creating attractive food and counter displays
• Representing Defence and maintaining a positive brand image
• Handling cash and operating the cash register
• Complying with Food Handling & Hygiene standards
• Complying with Health & Safety regulations

Ideal Bar Staff

• Have an enthusiastic can‑do attitude
• Display passion for delivering excellent customer service
• Be an excellent team player
• Arrive equipped with a desire to succeed in your role
• Thrive working under pressure
• Demonstrate outstanding timekeeping and reliability
• Have a safety‑first mindset
• Have experience within a similar catering‑related role, but this is not essential

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, and a range of onshore and offshore facilities across the energy sector.

Job Reference: com/2810/95939001/51911589/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.