Catering Assistant

Aramark Ltd; Leeds; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted parking

Gym membership

PerkBox access

Apprenticeship schemes

Job summary

Aramark UK is recruiting a Catering Assistant to join the team at Leeds Trinity University, LS17 5HD. You will prepare and serve food and beverages, maintain cleanliness, and set up rooms for events in a fast-paced hospitality setting.

The role emphasizes customer service, teamwork, and adaptability, with opportunities for training and progression. This is a zero-hours, permanent position with weekday and weekend shifts.

Qualifications

• Customer service oriented and friendly demeanour.
• Clear communication with guests and colleagues.
• Ability to work as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve food, snacks, and beverages to customers in a professional and friendly manner.
• Provide excellent customer service by responding promptly to guest requests and enquiries.
• Maintain cleanliness and hygiene standards across hospitality areas, kitchens, and function rooms.
• Set up meeting and event rooms with refreshments, catering items, and required equipment.
• Clear tables and collect used crockery, glassware, and service items after use.
• Wash, clean, and return crockery, cutlery, and serving equipment to designated areas.
• Monitor and replenish stock levels of food, beverages, and hospitality supplies.
• Support the smooth day-to-day operation of hospitality services while ensuring a welcoming environment for guests.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Teamwork

Multitasking

Job description

Aramark UK are currently recruiting a Catering Assistant to join the team working at Leeds Trinity University, LS17 5HD.,

• Prepare and serve food, snacks, and beverages to customers in a professional and friendly manner.
• Provide excellent customer service by responding promptly to guest requests and enquiries.
• Maintain cleanliness and hygiene standards across hospitality areas, kitchens, and function rooms.
• Set up meeting and event rooms with refreshments, catering items, and required equipment.
• Clear tables and collect used crockery, glassware, and service items after use.
• Wash, clean, and return crockery, cutlery, and serving equipment to designated areas.
• Monitor and replenish stock levels of food, beverages, and hospitality supplies.
• Support the smooth day-to-day operation of hospitality services while ensuring a welcoming environment for guests.
  Customer service: A friendly and personable demeanour with the ability to handle complaints and go the extra mile to ensure guest satisfaction.
• Communication: The ability to talk and listen clearly to both guests and colleagues.
• Teamwork: Working well with others in a collaborative environment, whether with front-of-house or kitchen staff.
• Multitasking: Managing and quickly switching between multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Adaptability: Being flexible and able to handle changing work schedules and unexpected demands.
• Problem-solving: Thinking on your feet to solve issues quickly and effectively.
• Time management: Prioritizing tasks and working efficiently under pressure to meet deadlines.
• Attention to detail: Meticulously paying attention to small details, such as the presentation of food or remembering guest preferences.
  Permanent role
• Zero hours
• Weekdays and weekends
• £13.45/ hour
• Full training provided
• Discounted parking and gym membership
• 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.