General Assistant

Aramark; Maidstone; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading service provider in Maidstone is looking for a General Service Assistant to join their team. This role involves serving food and beverages, maintaining cleanliness, and handling basic food preparation. The ideal candidate will be customer-focused and able to work various shifts. The position offers competitive pay at £12.21 per hour, training opportunities, and benefits including free parking and generous holiday allowances. If you’re reliable and enthusiastic, apply using Job Reference 621434.

Benefits

Free on-site parking

Access to Employee Benefits App

Generous holiday allowance

Pension contributions

Career development opportunities

Training & apprenticeships

Qualifications

• Previous experience in food service or hospitality is a bonus, but not essential.
• Must be 18+ and eligible to work in the UK.
• Have lived in the UK for at least 3 years due to security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Serve food and beverages to customers.
• Clean back-of-house areas, crockery, and cutlery.
• Perform basic cold food preparation and made-to-order services.

Skills

Customer-focused attitude

Basic numeracy skills

Ability to work a variety of shifts

Job description

General Service Assistant - Defence Sector

Location: Invicta Park, Maidstone, ME14 2NA

Employment: Permanent, 32 hours per week | £12.21 per hour | 5 days a week

Shift times between 8 am and 8 pm

Join our mission to serve those who serve.

Aramark UK is proud to support the Defence sector, and we're looking for a General Service Assistant to join our team at Invicta Park. If you're passionate about great service and want to be part of a team that makes a difference every day, we'd love to hear from you.

What You'll Be Doing

• Serve food and beverages to customers
• Clean back‑of‑house areas, crockery, and cutlery
• Clean and tidy counter, light equipment/machines, preparation, and public areas
• Perform basic cold food preparation and made‑to‑order services
• Restock goods and ensure appropriate displays of merchandise
• Report to line manager any feedback, complaints, suggestions, stock needs, breakages, faults, or hazards identified during the work
• Perform daily paperwork
• Keep diligent records as required
• Follow food hygiene and safety procedures

What's In It for You?

• £12.21 per hour
• 32 hours/week, 5 days out of 7
• Free on‑site parking and uniform
• Access to our Employee Benefits App – including online GP, Employee Assistance Programme, and discounts on groceries, shopping, and more
• Generous holiday allowance with the option to buy more
• Pension contributions & life assurance
• Career development opportunities – we love to promote from within!
• Training & apprenticeships to support your growth

What We're Looking For

• A friendly, customer‑focused attitude
• Previous experience in food service or hospitality is a bonus – but not essential, full training provided
• Must be 18+
• Eligibility to work in the UK and have lived in the UK for at least 3 years (security clearance required)
• Basic numeracy skills
• Own or reliable transport required due to remote location and limited public transport
• Ability to work a variety of shifts

Ready to Join Us?

If you're enthusiastic, reliable, and ready to be part of a team that values your contribution, apply now using Job Reference 621434.

Already work for Aramark. Please speak to your line manager before applying.

About Aramark UK

At Aramark UK, we're committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. As a proud Disability Confident Employer and Forces Friendly organisation (ERS Gold Award holder), we welcome applications from all backgrounds and are dedicated to supporting our people throughout their career journey.

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