General Assistant

Aramark; Manchester; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Full training

Benefits app

Career development

Supportive environment

Hospitality teamwork

Job summary

Aramark is hiring a General Assistant to join our team at Selfridges, Manchester. You will play a key role in creating a positive experience for customers, serving food and beverages, and supporting day-to-day operations at Selfridges, Manchester.

The role offers 20 hours per week, working 3 days over 7, with full training provided to Aramark standards and access to our benefits app for discounts, online GP, and wellbeing resources.

Qualifications

• A positive attitude and a passion for delivering excellent customer service.
• Previous hospitality, catering, retail, or customer service experience is desirable.
• Basic IT skills required.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining high standards.
• A flexible and reliable approach to work.
• A willingness to learn and develop new skills.

Responsibilities

• Providing excellent customer service and creating a welcoming environment for guests.
• Serving food and beverages in a professional and friendly manner.
• Assisting with food preparation and presentation as required.
• Supporting cash handling and operating tills accurately.
• Ensuring service areas, counters, and dining spaces are clean, safe, and well maintained.
• Following all food safety, health and safety, and company procedures.
• Working collaboratively with colleagues to deliver high standards of service.
• Supporting with stock replenishment and general housekeeping duties.

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

Location: Selfridges, Manchester, M17 8DA
Salary: £13.00 per hour
Hours: 20 hours per week, 3 days over 7

If you are looking for a role where no two days are the same, enjoy working with people, and take pride in delivering great customer service, then we'd love to hear from you. We are currently recruiting for a General Assistant to join our team at Selfridges, Manchester.

As a General Assistant, you will play a key role in creating a positive experience for our customers and supporting the day-to-day operation of the business.

Key responsibilities:

• Providing excellent customer service and creating a welcoming environment for guests.
• Serving food and beverages in a professional and friendly manner.
• Assisting with food preparation and presentation as required.
• Supporting cash handling and operating tills accurately.
• Ensuring service areas, counters, and dining spaces are clean, safe, and well maintained.
• Following all food safety, health and safety, and company procedures.
• Working collaboratively with colleagues to deliver high standards of service.
• Supporting with stock replenishment and general housekeeping duties.

What's in it for You?

• £13.00 per hour.
• 20 hours per week, working 3 days over 7.
• Full training provided to Aramark standards.
• Access to our Employee Benefits app: online GP, Employee Assistance Scheme, and hundreds of discounts (including supermarket savings and weekend treats).
• Opportunities for career development and progression within Aramark.
• A supportive and inclusive working environment.
• The chance to be part of a team that delivers exceptional hospitality experiences every day.

Qualifications

What We're Looking For

• A positive attitude and a passion for delivering excellent customer service.
• Previous hospitality, catering, retail, or customer service experience is desirable.
• Basic IT skills required.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining high standards.
• A flexible and reliable approach to work.
• A willingness to learn and develop new skills.

Additional Information

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.

All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence.