Catering Assistant

SmartRecruiters, Inc.; Cwmbran; On-site; GBP 11,000 - 16,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Life assurance

Pension scheme

Employee discounts

Wellbeing support

Training & development

Career progression

Inclusive environment

Job summary

Aramark UK is hiring a Catering Assistant for a part-time role in NP44 4YZ. You’ll support daily catering operations, ensure great service and high-quality food, and thrive in a friendly team environment.

You’ll perform basic food prep, handle tills when needed, maintain cleanliness, and contribute to a welcoming dining experience with a focus on safety and customer care.

Qualifications

• Experience in catering, hospitality, retail or customer service is desirable but not essential.
• Strong customer focus and willingness to learn.
• Reliable, flexible and adaptable with good communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Serve food and beverages to customers in a friendly, professional manner.
• Assist with food preparation and basic kitchen duties.
• Maintain cleanliness and presentation of service areas.
• Operate tills and handle customer transactions as required.
• Replenish stock and support busy service periods.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Flexibility

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 will help you reach your full potential.

Job Description

We are currently recruiting for a Catering Assistant to join our team in NP44 4YZ. This is a fantastic opportunity for a customer-focused individual to become part of a friendly catering team, helping to deliver an excellent food service experience.

As a Catering Assistant, you'll play an important role in supporting the day-to-day catering operation, ensuring customers receive great service and high-quality food throughout the day.

What's in it for you?

• Part-time position, 25 hours per week
• 39 working weeks per year with equated pay spread across 12 months
• Life assurance and pension scheme
• Employee discounts and wellbeing support
• Access to training and development opportunities
• Career progression opportunities within Aramark
• Supportive and inclusive working environment

What you'll be doing

• Serving food and beverages to customers in a professional and friendly manner
• Assisting with food preparation and basic kitchen duties
• Maintaining high standards of cleanliness and presentation throughout service areas
• Operating tills and handling customer transactions where required
• Replenishing stock and ensuring service areas remain well stocked
• Supporting the catering team during busy service periods
• Following food safety, allergen, and health & safety procedures at all times
• Assisting with setting up and clearing down service areas

Qualifications

About you

• Previous experience in catering, hospitality, retail, or customer service is desirable but not essential
• Passion for delivering excellent customer service
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn
• Reliable, flexible, and adaptable approach to work
• Ability to work well as part of a team
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to maintaining high standards

Full security vetting & DBS checks must be passed

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.

All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence.