Food Service Assistant

Aramark; Bridgend; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hospitality company in Bridgend is seeking a Food Service Assistant to join the team at HMP Parc. Responsibilities include food preparation, customer service, and ensuring food safety. Ideal candidates will have catering experience and a good command of English. This full-time role offers £12.50 per hour, free meals on duty, and additional benefits including career progression opportunities.

Benefits

Free meals when on duty

Gym access

Employee Discounts platform

Pension contributions

Generous holiday entitlement

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Previous experience within a catering environment is ideal, on-the-job training provided.
• Must acquire basic food hygiene qualification within first six months.
• Must have resided in the UK for the past 5 years and have the legal right to work.
• Must be able to pass full security vetting and DBS checks.

Responsibilities

• Providing high levels of service of food and/or beverages to customers.
• Performing cleaning and replenishment duties associated with service.
• Food assembly and service in an efficient manner, including light cooking.
• Monitoring and recording food and equipment temperatures.
• Handling cash transactions accurately.

Skills

Customer service experience

Good understanding of written and spoken English

Timekeeping

Education

Basic food hygiene qualification

Job description

Overview

Aramark (NYSE: ARMK) is in the customer service business across food, facilities and uniforms. Aramark UK are recruiting a Food Service Assistant to join our team working at HMP Parc Bridgend, CF35 6AP. You will be responsible for cooking and preparing food according to recipes and production guidelines while adhering to food safety, handling, and sanitation procedures. You will safely handle knives and equipment such as grills, fryers, ovens, broilers, etc.

Aramark UK supports a work-life balance while working in hospitality, and we provide opportunities to develop your culinary career with a world-leading organisation. We are a diverse employer with a strong focus on career progression.

Responsibilities

• Providing high levels of service of food and/or beverages to customers, adhering to the standards set by the company.
• Performing cleaning and replenishment duties associated with service and related equipment and/or furniture, ensuring the service area is clean and stocked.
• Food assembly and service of items in an efficient manner, which may include some light cooking.
• Monitoring and recording food and equipment temperatures.
• Handling cash transactions and ensuring accurate cash handling procedures are followed in accordance with company and till procedures.
• Barista duties.
• Ability to work with minimal direction and as part of a team.

Qualifications

• Ideally, previous experience within a catering environment. On-the-job training will be provided and must acquire basic food hygiene qualification within first six months of employment.
• Good understanding of written and spoken English.
• Customer service experience.
• Good timekeeping.
• Must have resided in the UK for the past 5 years and have the legal right to work.
• Must be able to pass full security vetting and DBS checks.

What we offer

• This is a full-time position, 40 hours per week. Shifts range between Monday to Sunday, leaving your evenings free.
• Hourly rate is £12.50.
• Free meals when on duty, parking, and gym access.
• Access to our Employee Discounts platform, including online GP access and hundreds of discounts.
• Company package including life assurance, pension contributions, generous holiday entitlement with the option to buy more, and additional benefits.
• Opportunities for career progression and promotion from within.
• Great training and apprenticeship schemes to support your learning journey.

Additional information

Job Reference 608028. All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence. If you are applying for this role and you already work for Aramark, please notify your line manager before submitting your application.

About Aramark UK

At Aramark UK, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone is valued and empowered to thrive. We are a Disability Confident employer and actively encourage applications from individuals of all abilities. We are recognised as a Forces Friendly employer and hold the ERS Gold Award, reflecting our support for the Armed Forces community. We ensure our recruitment process is accessible, and reasonable adjustments are available at every stage. If you require any accommodations or have questions, please reach out to our recruitment team – [e-mail].

Notes

All details are subject to change. This is a 40-hour-per-week role with shifts including weekends. The information above is provided by Aramark UK and is intended for candidate consideration only.