Catering Assistant

Aramark; Basildon; On-site; GBP 9,000 - 15,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free parking

Meal on shift

PerkBox discounts

Career progression

Job summary

Aramark UK is recruiting two Catering Assistants to join the team at USP Palmers College, RM17 5TD. You will serve food and beverages, assist with basic food prep, and handle payments while maintaining hygiene and safety standards.

The roles are permanent, Monday to Friday, 26 hours per week during term time (40 weeks). Benefits include free parking, a meal on shift, PerkBox discounts, and strong internal promotion opportunities within a supportive team.

Qualifications

• Basic food hygiene and safety knowledge.
• Ability to work as part of a team.
• Flexible and reliable with good time management.
• Strong physical stamina to stand and move throughout shifts.

Responsibilities

• Serve food and beverages to customers following prescribed methods of portioning, presentation and combinations in line with brand standards and answer questions about the products
• Perform basic cold food preparation and made to order services including hot sandwiches in line with Aramark brand standards
• Take payment and keep financial records as required
• Restock goods and ensure appropriate displays of merchandise
• Clean back of house areas, crockery and cutlery using equipment when trained to do so
• Clean and tidy counter, light equipment and public areas
• Report to line manager any feedback, complaints, suggestions, stock needs, breakages, faults or hazards identified during the workday
• Perform daily paper/computer work she/he is assigned
• Keeps diligent records as required
• Follows food hygiene and safety procedures in line with health and safety requirements
• Undertake relevant training as required

Skills

Food Safety

Teamwork

Communication

Flexibility

Reliability

Physical Stamina

Organisational Skills

Job description

Aramark UK are currently recruiting two Catering Assistants to join the team at USP PALMERS COLLEGE, RM17 5TD.

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. All roles are subject to safer recruitment checks, including references and an enhanced DBS check, in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE).

What's in it for you:

• Permanent roles
• Monday to Friday- 26 hours per week
• Term time only- 40 weeks
• Free parking and meal on shift
• You will have access to PerkBox - which includes 100's of discounts, including savings on your weekly supermarket shop and weekend treats.
• You will also be joining a talented team, with fabulous career prospects and could lead to all sorts of opportunities - we LOVE to promote from within.
• As we are passionate about developing our people from within, great training is provided. We also offer apprenticeship schemes, so that your learning journey can continue.

Job Responsibilities

• Serve food and beverages to customers following prescribed methods of portioning, presentation and combinations in line with brand standards and answer questions about the products
• Perform basic cold food preparation and made to order services including hot sandwiches in line with Aramark brand standards
• Take payment and keep financial records as required
• Restock goods and ensure appropriate displays of merchandise
• Clean back of house areas, crockery and cutlery using equipment when trained to do so
• Clean and tidy counter, light equipment and public areas
• Report to line manager any feedback, complaints, suggestions, stock needs, breakages, faults or hazards identified during the workday
• Perform daily paper/computer work she/he is assigned
• Keeps diligent records as required
• Follows food hygiene and safety procedures in line with health and safety requirements
• Undertake relevant training as required

Key Requirements:

• Food Safety and Hygiene Knowledge
• Teamwork and Communication
• Flexibility and Reliability
• Physical Stamina and Organisational Skills

About Aramark

If you are applying for this role and you already work for Aramark, you must notify your line manager before submitting your application.

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 ensure our recruitment process is accessible, and reasonable adjustments are available at every stage, from application to interview and employment. If you require any accommodations 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.

All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence.