General Service Assistant

SmartRecruiters, Inc.; Boulmer; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension

Life insurance

EAP access

Job summary

Aramark is hiring a General Service Assistant for RAF Boulmer to support the kitchen and food service team. You will assist with food preparation, serve customers professionally, and help maintain cleanliness in kitchen and dining areas.

The role offers full-time hours (37.5 per week) with flexible shifts, pension, life assurance, EAP access, and opportunities for training and career progression in a supportive environment, including a unique military setting.

Qualifications

• A positive and customer-focused attitude.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Reliable and flexible approach to work.
• Good organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Previous catering, hospitality, kitchen, or customer service experience is desirable but not essential.
• Willingness to learn new skills and undertake training.
• Commitment to maintaining high standards of cleanliness, safety, and customer service.

Responsibilities

• Assisting the kitchen team with food preparation and service.
• Serving food and beverages to customers in a friendly and professional manner.
• Supporting the smooth day-to-day operation of a busy kitchen environment.
• Maintaining high standards of cleanliness throughout kitchen, dining, and food service areas.
• Washing pots, pans, crockery, cutlery, and kitchen equipment.
• Assisting with stock replenishment, deliveries, and storage of goods.
• Supporting food production and preparation as directed by the chefs.
• Following food safety, allergen, and health & safety procedures at all times.
• Ensuring work areas are clean, organised, and ready for service.
• Working as part of a team to provide excellent customer service and food provision.

Skills

Customer-focused attitude

Communication skills

Team player

Reliability & flexibility

Organisational skills

Catering/hospitality experience

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 can help you reach your full potential.

Job Description

We are currently recruiting for a friendly and enthusiastic General Service Assistant to join our team at RAF Boulmer. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working within a busy kitchen and food service environment, supporting the culinary team and helping to deliver a high-quality dining experience.

What's in it for you?

• Full-time position working 37.5 hours per week
• Flexible shift pattern across 5 days over 7
• Shift patterns 06:30-14:30 and 11:30-20:00
• Company pension scheme
• Life assurance
• Employee Assistance Programme and online GP access
• Generous holiday entitlement with the option to buy additional leave
• Training and development opportunities
• Apprenticeship schemes to support your career progression
• Excellent career prospects within Aramark, as we love to promote from within
• A supportive and inclusive working environment
• Opportunity to work within a unique military environment

What you'll be doing

• Assisting the kitchen team with food preparation and service
• Serving food and beverages to customers in a friendly and professional manner
• Supporting the smooth day-to-day operation of a busy kitchen environment
• Maintaining high standards of cleanliness throughout kitchen, dining, and food service areas
• Washing pots, pans, crockery, cutlery, and kitchen equipment
• Assisting with stock replenishment, deliveries, and storage of goods
• Supporting food production and preparation as directed by the chefs
• Following food safety, allergen, and health & safety procedures at all times
• Ensuring work areas are clean, organised, and ready for service
• Working as part of a team to provide excellent customer service and food provision

Qualifications

What we're looking for

• A positive and customer-focused attitude
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team
• Reliable and flexible approach to work
• Good organisational skills and attention to detail
• Previous catering, hospitality, kitchen, or customer service experience is desirable but not essential
• Willingness to learn new skills and undertake training
• Commitment to maintaining high standards of cleanliness, safety, and customer service

Additional information

• Been resident in the UK for the past 3 years and have legal right to work
• The ability to pass full security vetting and DBS checks

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.

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]

Any offer of employment for this role 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 the clearance level associated with the role.

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

All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence.