Food Service Assistant

Aramark; Dunfermline; On-site; GBP 31,823,000 - 32,128,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free on-site parking

Discounted food on shift

Employee Benefits App

Job summary

Aramark UK is seeking a Front of House Assistant to be the face of excellent service at HMS Caledonia. You will serve food and beverages, assist in light food prep, and maintain a clean, welcoming environment for personnel on a naval base.

The role offers a permanent full-time contract, 35 hours per week on a two-week split rota, with shifts including early mornings and evenings. The package includes on-site parking, staff discounts, and access to employee benefits.

Qualifications

• Legal right to work in the UK and ability to pass security vetting and DBS checks.
• Experience in a similar front-of-house/food service role.
• Current Basic Food Hygiene qualification.
• Regular and consistent attendance and good health.

Responsibilities

• Serve food and beverages to customers following prescribed methods of portioning and presentation.
• Perform basic cold food preparation.
• Clean back of house areas, crockery and cutlery using equipment when trained to do so.
• Clean and tidy counter and light equipment and keep all areas of the centre clean and tidy.
• Report feedback, complaints, suggestions, stock needs, breakages, faults or hazards to the line manager.
• Keep diligent records as required.
• Follow food hygiene and safety procedures in line with health and safety requirements.
• Ensure cleaning equipment/materials are maintained in a safe, clean, and efficient working condition.

Skills

Customer service

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Education

Basic Food Hygiene qualification

Job description

Job Location (Short): Dunfermline, FIF, GB

Information at a Glance

Reach for Remarkable

Front of House Assistant– Be the Face of Great Service!

Location: HMS Caledonia, Hilton Road, Rosyth, Fife, KY11 2XH
Pay rate: £12.71 per hour (£23,211.38)
Contract type: Permanent, full-time, 35 hours per week on a split shift rota over 2weeks
Split shifts: Week 1: Mon, Tue, Fri 06.30 – 14.00, then 16.30-19.30
Week 2: Sat, Sun, Wed, Thurs 06.30 – 14.00, then 16.30-19.30

Love working with people? Enjoy delivering great service?Join Aramark UK as a Front of House Assistant at HMS Caledonia, a Naval base with a diverse Personnel consisting of Navy, Royal Marine Band, Royal Marine Reserves, Recruitment centre.

You will play a key role in creating a welcoming experience for our customers. From serving fresh food to preparing grab-and-go options, you’ll keep things running smoothly and make every interaction count.

Why join us?

• Free on-site parking, good local transport links.
• Discounted food on shift.
• Access to our Employee Benefits App – online GP, Employee Assistance Scheme, and hundreds of discounts on shopping and leisure.
• Company benefits including life assurance, pension contributions, generous holiday entitlement (with the option to buy more), and more.
• Career growth opportunities – we promote from within and offer apprenticeships and training to help you thrive.

What you’ll do:

• Serve food and beverages to customers following prescribed methods of portioning, and presentation
• Perform basic cold food preparation.
• Clean back of house areas, crockery and cutlery using equipment when trained to do so.
• Clean and tidy counter, and light equipment and keep all areas of the centre, including toilets clean and tidy. This includes dusting, polishing, vacuum cleaning as appropriate.
• Report to line manager any feedback, complaints, suggestions, stock needs, breakages, faults, or hazards identified during the work.
• Keep diligent records as required.
• Follows food hygiene and safety procedures in line with health and safety requirements
• Ensure that all cleaning equipment/materials are maintained in a safe, clean, and efficient working condition. Report deficiencies in equipment, machinery, materials, or work areas to management. Ensure the manager is made aware of the need for replacement of materials and equipment in a timely manner to ensure service delivery is in line with client expectations
• Perform any other duties required to complete the team tasks.

What we’re looking for:

• Legal right to work in the UK and ability to pass security vetting and DBS checks (residency waivers available).
• Must have experience in a similar position.
• Proven track record of regular and consistent attendance, good health, and social behaviour.
• Sound knowledge of safe catering hygiene procedures and basic food preparation skills.
• Current Basic Food Hygiene qualification.

Ifyou’reready to join a world-leading hospitality team and make a difference every day,

About Aramark UK

At Aramark UK, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone is valued and empowered to thrive. As a proudDisability Confident and Forces Friendly 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]

All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence.

If you are applying for this role and you already work for Aramark, you must notify your line manager before submitting your application.

Job reference: 669497.