Food Service Assistant

Aramark; Bournemouth; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free on-site parking

Life assurance and pension

Discounted meals

Employee benefits app

Training and development

Career progression

Job summary

Aramark is recruiting a Food Service Assistant in Bournemouth for 25 hours per week, Monday to Friday, at £13.40 per hour. The role involves preparing and serving food, delivering excellent customer service, handling tills, and maintaining cleanliness in a busy catering operation.

You will join a supportive team with opportunities for progression, benefits, and training within a global organisation. On-site parking is available.

Qualifications

• Customer service experience preferred but not essential.
• Strong communication skills and a confident, friendly approach.
• Ability to work well in a team and adapt to a busy catering environment.
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn and develop.
• Reliable, professional and committed to high standards of service and cleanliness.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to handle payments accurately.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve food and beverages to customers.
• Deliver excellent customer service in a friendly, professional manner.
• Operate tills and handle customer payments accurately.
• Replenish food counters and service areas as required.
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness in kitchen and dining areas.
• Follow food safety, allergen, and health & safety procedures.
• Support the wider catering team with day-to-day operations.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Teamwork

Positive attitude

Reliability

Professionalism

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

25 Hours Per Week | Monday to Friday | £13.40 Per Hour

We are currently recruiting for a Food Service Assistant to join our team in Bournemouth, BH7 7DA. This is a fantastic opportunity for a customer-focused and enthusiastic individual to become part of a busy catering operation, delivering excellent food service and customer care within a friendly team environment.

What's in it for you?

• £13.40 per hour
• 25 hours per week
• Monday to Friday working pattern
• Free on-site parking
• Discounted meals whilst on duty
• 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
• Training and development opportunities
• Career progression within a global organisation
• Supportive and inclusive working environment

What you'll be doing

• Preparing and serving food and beverages to customers
• Delivering excellent customer service in a friendly and professional manner
• Operating tills and handling customer payments accurately
• Replenishing food counters and service areas
• Maintaining high standards of cleanliness throughout kitchen and dining areas
• Following food safety, allergen, and health & safety procedures
• Supporting the wider catering team with the smooth day-to-day running of the service

Qualifications

• Previous catering, hospitality, retail, or customer service experience is desirable but not essential
• Excellent customer service and communication skills
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team
• Reliable and professional approach to work
• Commitment to maintaining high standards of service and cleanliness

Additional Information

• Successful candidates will be required to complete all relevant site vetting requirements prior to commencing employment.

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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