Food Service Assistant

Aramark; Brockenhurst; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Company pension contributions

Life assurance

Generous holiday entitlement

Employee benefits app

Online GP services

Retail discounts

Training and development

Career progression

Supportive team

No evening shifts/weekends

Job summary

Aramark UK is recruiting a Food Service Assistant to join the team at Brockenhurst College. You will support the catering service, serving food and helping maintain high standards of cleanliness and customer care in a vibrant educational setting.

The role offers a 30-hour week with a fixed Monday to Friday pattern and a pay rate of £12.76 per hour. No evening or weekend shifts, with training and progression opportunities within a supportive team.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in catering, hospitality or customer service is desirable but not essential.
• A positive attitude and a strong focus on customer service.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Reliable and flexible approach to work.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Understanding of food hygiene and health & safety practices is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Serve food and beverages in a professional and friendly manner.
• Assist with food preparation and presentation.
• Operate tills and handle customer transactions accurately.
• Replenish counters, displays and service areas.
• Maintain excellent dining and kitchen cleanliness.
• Follow all food safety, allergen and health & safety procedures.
• Assist with washing up and kitchen housekeeping duties.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues to deliver efficient service.

Skills

Positive attitude

Customer service

Teamwork

Communication skills

Reliable

Flexibility

Fast-paced environment

Food hygiene

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 Food Service Assistant to join our team at Brockenhurst College, SO42 7ZE. This is a fantastic opportunity for a friendly and enthusiastic individual to join a busy catering team, providing excellent customer service within a vibrant educational environment.

The Role

As a Food Service Assistant, you will support the daily operation of the catering service, helping to prepare and serve food while ensuring high standards of cleanliness, food safety and customer care. Working as part of a supportive team, you will help create a positive dining experience for students, staff and visitors.

Key Responsibilities

• Serving food and beverages in a professional and friendly manner
• Assisting with food preparation and presentation
• Operating tills and handling customer transactions accurately
• Replenishing counters, displays and service areas throughout the day
• Maintaining excellent standards of cleanliness in dining and kitchen areas
• Following all food safety, allergen and health & safety procedures
• Assisting with washing up and general kitchen housekeeping duties
• Working collaboratively with colleagues to deliver an efficient service

What's in it for You?

• £12.76 per hour
• 30 hours per week
• Monday to Friday working pattern
• No evening shifts or weekend work
• Access to our Employee Benefits app, including online GP services, an Employee Assistance Programme and hundreds of retail discounts
• Company pension contributions
• Life assurance
• Generous holiday entitlement with the option to buy more
• Excellent training and development opportunities
• Fantastic career progression opportunities, as we LOVE to promote from within
• Be part of a talented and supportive team

Qualifications

What We're Looking For

• Previous experience in catering, hospitality or customer service is desirable but not essential
• A positive attitude and a strong focus on customer service
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Reliable and flexible approach to work
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Understanding of food hygiene and health & safety practices is advantageous

Additional Information

Employment is subject to satisfactory right to work checks.

A DBS check is required for this role.

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.

Join us in fostering a workplace where everyone can achieve their full potential.

All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence.