Catering Assistant

Aramark; Whitby; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted meals

Uniform provided

Park and Ride facilities

Employee Benefits app

Life assurance and pension

Generous holiday entitlement

Job summary

Aramark is recruiting a Catering Assistant to join our team at Anglo American Woodsmith Mine in Whitby. The role involves preparing salads and sandwiches, serving customers, handling tills, and maintaining a clean service area.

You'll work 37.5 hours per week across 5 days with shifts from early morning to evening. We offer on-site training, uniform, life assurance and pension, and opportunities for career progression within Aramark.

Qualifications

• Previous catering, hospitality, or food service experience is desirable but not essential.
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn.
• Good communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Preparing salads, sandwiches, and other cold food items.
• Serving food and beverages to customers.
• Operating tills and processing payments accurately.
• Maintaining cleanliness throughout dining and service areas.
• Supporting stock replenishment and stock rotation.
• Following food safety, health & safety, and company procedures at all times.
• Supporting the wider catering team with day-to-day operations.

Skills

Customer service

Teamwork

Communication

Reliability

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 at Anglo American Woodsmith Mine, Whitby, YO22 5EA. This is an excellent opportunity for a customer-focused and enthusiastic individual to become part of a busy catering operation, supporting the delivery of high-quality food and service in a unique working environment.

What's in it for you?

• £13.21 per hour
• 37.5 hours per week
• Working 5 days out of 7
• Shift times between 6:00am and 9:00pm
• Discounted meals whilst on duty
• Uniform provided
• Park and Ride facilities available from Scarborough, Whitby, and Guisborough
• Access to our Employee Benefits app, including online GP access, Employee Assistance Programme, discounts, supermarket savings and more
• Life assurance and pension scheme
• Generous holiday entitlement with the option to buy additional leave
• Full on-site and online training provided
• Apprenticeship schemes available
• Excellent career progression opportunities within Aramark

What you'll be doing

• Preparing salads, sandwiches, and other cold food items
• Serving food and beverages to customers
• Operating tills and processing payments accurately
• Maintaining cleanliness throughout dining and service areas
• Supporting stock replenishment and stock rotation
• Following food safety, health & safety, and company procedures at all times
• Supporting the wider catering team with day-to-day operations

Qualifications

• Previous catering, hospitality, or food service experience is desirable but not essential
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn
• Good communication and customer service skills
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team
• Reliable and flexible approach to work
• Good attention to detail and commitment to maintaining high standards
• Full training will be provided both on site and online

Additional Information

• Applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK.

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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