Cafe Assistant

SmartRecruiters, Inc.; Thatcham; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

No weekend work

Free meals on shift

On-site parking

Gym on-site

Company pension scheme

Life assurance

Employee assistance programme

Job summary

Aramark UK in Maidenhead is recruiting a friendly Cafe Assistant to join our team. You will greet customers, take orders, prepare and serve coffee and snacks, and help maintain a welcoming café environment.

This full-time role offers a Monday to Friday schedule with no weekend work, plus perks including free meals on shift, on-site parking, gym access and wide eligibility for benefits and progression.

Qualifications

• Experience in hospitality or customer service is advantageous but not essential.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple tasks.
• Knowledge of food hygiene and safety standards.
• Positive, customer-focused attitude.
• Able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Greet customers and take food and beverage orders.
• Prepare and serve coffee, tea, snacks, and other items.
• Provide excellent customer service and maintain a welcoming café environment.
• Keep tables, counters, kitchen and dining areas clean.
• Follow food safety, hygiene and health regulations at all times.
• Handle customer enquiries and resolve complaints professionally.
• Assist colleagues to ensure smooth café operations.
• Operate tills and process transactions when required.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Cash handling

Food hygiene knowledge

Teamwork

Multitasking

Education

Tools

POS / tills

Job description

At Aramark, we empower our people to create experiences that matter. We share a passion for hospitality, it's at the foundation of everything we do. We believe a career should develop your talents, fuel your passions, and empower your professional growth. So, no matter what you're pursuing, a role at Aramark can help you reach your full potential.

Job Description

We are currently recruiting for a friendly and enthusiastic Cafe Assistant to join our team in Maidenhead. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys delivering excellent customer service, preparing quality food and drinks, and working as part of a busy and supportive team.

What's in it for you?

• Full-time position working Monday to Friday
• Excellent work-life balance with no weekend working
• Free or discounted meals whilst on shift
• Free on-site parking
• Free access to the on-site gym
• Company pension scheme
• Life assurance
• Employee Assistance Programme and online GP access
• Generous holiday entitlement with the option to buy additional leave
• Training and development opportunities
• Career progression opportunities within Aramark
• A supportive and inclusive working environment

What you'll be doing

• Greeting customers and taking food and beverage orders
• Preparing and serving coffee, tea, snacks, and other menu items
• Providing excellent customer service and creating a welcoming café environment
• Maintaining the cleanliness of tables, counters, kitchen, and dining areas
• Following food safety, hygiene, and health regulations at all times
• Handling customer enquiries and resolving complaints professionally
• Supporting colleagues to ensure smooth and efficient café operations
• Operating tills and processing transactions accurately when required

Qualifications

What we're looking for

• Previous experience in hospitality, a coffee shop, retail, or customer service environment is advantageous but not essential
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple tasks effectively
• Knowledge of food hygiene and food safety standards
• A positive and customer-focused attitude
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Good organisational skills and attention to detail

Additional Information

At Aramark UK, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone is valued and empowered to thrive.

As a proud Disability Confident Employer, we actively encourage applications from individuals of all abilities and are dedicated to supporting employees with disabilities throughout their career journey.

We are an Armed Forces Friendly organisation and proud signatory of the Armed Forces Covenant. We welcome applications from veterans, service leavers, cadet forces adult volunteers, reservists and military families.

For roles requiring security clearance, any offer of employment will be conditional upon the successful completion and maintenance of the required level of security clearance. Applicants must meet the relevant eligibility and residency requirements applicable to that level of clearance.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and we expect all employees and workers to share this commitment. Where relevant to the role, safer recruitment checks will apply, including referencesand an enhanced DBS checkin line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE).

We ensure our recruitment process is accessible, and reasonable adjustments are available at every stage, from application to interview and employment. If you require any adjustments or have any questions, please reach out to our recruitment team – [e-mail]

Join us in fostering a workplace where everyone can achieve their full potential.

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