Catering Assistant/Barista

Aramark; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 17,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food service provider in Birmingham is seeking a Barista/Catering Assistant. You will serve customers, prepare food and beverages, maintain cleanliness in preparation areas, and support college events. Ideal candidates will have customer service skills, knowledge of food hygiene, and a positive attitude. The role is permanent with a salary of £16,048 per annum and 31 working hours per week.

Benefits

Employee Benefits Portal

Online GP services

Apprenticeship opportunities

Accessible location

Qualifications

• Knowledge of food hygiene, health & safety, and allergen awareness.
• Basic knife skills and proactive approach to food preparation.
• A team player with a positive attitude.

Responsibilities

• Serving customers at our Starbucks and Deli station.
• Preparing and presenting food and beverages to a high standard.
• Maintaining cleanliness and safety in food preparation areas.
• Supporting college events including open evenings.

Skills

Customer service skills

Knowledge of food hygiene

Team player

Basic knife skills

Proactive approach to food preparation

Job description

Overview

Aramark (NYSE: ARMK) is in the customer service business across food, facilities and uniforms, wherever people work, learn, recover, and play. United by a passion to serve, our more than 247,000 team members deliver experiences that enrich and nourish the lives of millions of people in 19 countries around the world every day.

Your Aramark journey starts here

Job Title: Barista/Catering Assistant

Location: Matthew Boulton College, 1 Jennens Road, Birmingham, B4 7PS

Contract Type: Permanent

Working Hours: 31 hours per week

Schedule: Monday to Thursday 7:30 AM – 2:00 PM, Friday 7:30 AM – 3:00 PM. Occasional Saturdays and Wednesdays for open evenings. Term Time Only: Yes – 38 weeks and 2 days per year

Salary: £16,048 per annum

What You’ll Be Doing

• Serving customers at our Starbucks and Deli station, delivering excellent service with a smile
• Preparing and presenting food and beverages to a high standard
• Maintaining cleanliness and safety in food preparation areas
• Supporting college events including open evenings

What We’re Looking For

• Knowledge of food hygiene, health & safety, and allergen awareness
• Basic knife skills and a proactive approach to food preparation
• A team player with a positive attitude and strong customer service skills

Why Join Us?

• Access to our Employee Benefits Portal with hundreds of discounts
• Online GP services for your health and wellbeing
• Opportunities to grow through apprenticeship schemes
• Convenient location with excellent local transport links
• Please note: no parking available on site

If you’re ready to bring energy, quality, and care to every cup and plate, we’d love to hear from you.

All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence.

About Aramark

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.