Catering Assistant

Northern Europe; Woodstock; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Company pension contributions

Life assurance

Generous holiday entitlement

Training and development opportunities

Apprenticeship schemes available

Career progression opportunities

Job summary

Aramark UK is recruiting a Catering Assistant for our Woodstock site (OX20 1LP). You will support day-to-day catering operations, ensure a positive dining experience for customers, and maintain high standards of cleanliness and food safety.

The role includes serving, handling payments, stock replenishment, and assisting the team. Excellent training, pension contributions, life assurance, and career progression opportunities are offered. Flexible, part-time hours are available.

Qualifications

• Positive, customer-focused attitude.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work well in a team.
• Good attention to detail and high standards.
• Capable in a fast-paced setting.
• Experience in catering/hospitality/customer service is a plus.
• Cash handling and tills experience is advantageous.
• Willingness to learn and undertake training.

Responsibilities

• Serve food and beverages to customers per company standards.
• Deliver excellent customer service and handle inquiries.
• Prepare basic food items and assist with service.
• Operate tills and process payments accurately.
• Stock replenishment and display maintenance.
• Clean catering areas, equipment, and crockery.
• Maintain high food hygiene and health & safety standards.
• Support the catering team with daily tasks.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Fast-paced environment

Cash handling

Training and learning

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. No matter what
you're pursuing, we can help you reach your full potential. Every day presents a new
challenge and opportunity to discover something new about yourself.

Job Description

Aramark UK are currently recruiting for a Catering Assistant to join our team at
Woodstock, OX20 1LP. This is a fantastic opportunity for a hardworking and reliable
individual looking for flexible work within a prestigious and busy hospitality environment.

Job Description
As a Catering Assistant, you will play an important role in supporting the day-to-day catering
operation, helping to deliver excellent food and customer service standards. Working as part
of a friendly team, you will ensure customers receive a positive dining experience while
maintaining high standards of cleanliness and food safety.

Key responsibilities include:

• Serving food and beverages to customers in line with company standards
• Providing excellent customer service and responding to customer enquiries
• Preparing basic food items and assisting with food service
• Operating tills and handling payments accurately
• Replenishing stock and maintaining food and beverage displays
• Cleaning catering areas, equipment, crockery and cutlery
• Maintaining high standards of food hygiene and health & safety
• Supporting the wider catering team with daily operational tasks

What's in it for You?

• £12.71 per hour
• 27.5 hours per week
• Monday - Friday working pattern
• Access to our Employee Benefits app: online GP, Employee Assistance Scheme,
  and hundreds of discounts (including supermarket savings and weekend treats)
• Company pension contributions
• Life assurance
• Generous holiday entitlement with the option to buy more
• Excellent training and development opportunities
• Apprenticeship schemes available
• Fantastic career progression opportunities, as we LOVE to promote from within
• Be part of a talented and supportive team

Qualifications

• A positive and customer-focused attitude
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team
• Good attention to detail and commitment to maintaining high standards
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Previous catering, hospitality, retail or customer service experience is desirable
• Experience handling cash and operating tills would be advantageous
• A willingness to learn and undertake training as required

Additional Information

Employment is subject to satisfactory right to work checks.

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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