Food Service Assistant

Aramark; Preston; On-site; GBP 1,853,000 - 1,929,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Company pension scheme

Life assurance

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

Aramark is recruiting a Food Service Assistant at Cardinal Newman College in Preston on a temporary basis. You will join a busy catering team, serving meals to students, staff and visitors.

Hours are 11:00am–2:00pm, 12 hours per week, Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday. The role emphasises customer service, food safety, and teamwork, with training and development offered and a pension scheme.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in catering, hospitality, retail, or customer service is desirable.
• Strong customer service and communication skills.
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Reliable, flexible, and professional approach to work.
• Good attention to detail and commitment to maintaining high standards.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Serving food and beverages to customers in a professional and friendly manner.
• Delivering excellent customer service at all times.
• Assisting with food preparation and presentation.
• Operating tills and handling customer transactions.
• Replenishing food counters and service areas.
• Maintaining high standards of cleanliness throughout catering and dining areas.
• Following food safety, allergen, and health & safety procedures.
• Supporting the catering team with the smooth day-to-day operation of the service.
• Assisting with the set-up and clear-down of service areas.

Skills

Customer service

Communication skills

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Reliability

Tools

Till/Point of Sale

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

We are currently recruiting for a Food Service Assistant to join our team at Cardinal Newman College, Preston, PR5 0UL on a temporary basis. This is a fantastic opportunity for an enthusiastic and customer-focused individual to become part of a busy catering team, helping to provide excellent food and service to students, staff, and visitors.

What's in it for you?

• £13.45 per hour
• Temporary position
• 12 hours per week
• Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday
• Working hours of 11:00am - 2:00pm
• School/college-friendly working hours
• Company pension scheme
• Life assurance
• Employee Assistance Programme and online GP access
• Training and development opportunities
• Career development within a global organisation
• Supportive and inclusive working environment

What you'll be doing

• Serving food and beverages to customers in a professional and friendly manner
• Delivering excellent customer service at all times
• Assisting with food preparation and presentation
• Operating tills and handling customer transactions
• Replenishing food counters and service areas
• Maintaining high standards of cleanliness throughout catering and dining areas
• Following food safety, allergen, and health & safety procedures
• Supporting the catering team with the smooth day-to-day operation of the service
• Assisting with the set-up and clear-down of service areas

Qualifications

About you

• Previous experience in catering, hospitality, retail, or customer service is desirable
• Strong customer service and communication skills
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team
• Reliable, flexible, and professional approach to work
• Good attention to detail and commitment to maintaining high standards
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Additional Information

• Successful candidates will be required to complete a DBS check 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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