General Service Assistant

Northern Europe; Newcastle upon Tyne; Presencial; GBP 23.000 - 24.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Employee benefits app

Company pension

Life assurance

Generous holiday

Training opportunities

Career progression

Online GP services

Retail discounts

Descripción de la vacante

Aramark UK is recruiting a General Service Assistant / Driver for our site at Harlow Hill, NE15 0RF. You will support catering and facilities services while also carrying out delivery and driving duties in a fast‑paced environment.

The role requires a full UK driving licence, good customer service, and the ability to work as part of a team. Shifts are 35 hours per week over five days from seven, with early and late rotations; you will benefit from training, pension contributions and a

Formación

• Full UK driving licence with a good driving record.
• Must be aged 25 or over for driving insurance purposes.
• Previous experience in a customer service, catering, delivery or support role.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Basic IT skills and confidence using online systems for onboarding and training.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Flexible and reliable approach to work.
• Strong awareness of health & safety requirements.

Responsabilidades

• Supporting day-to-day catering and hospitality operations.
• Serving food and beverages and providing excellent customer service.
• Assisting with food preparation and maintaining clean working areas.
• Carrying out delivery and driving duties safely and professionally.
• Loading, unloading and transporting goods and supplies as required.
• Completing relevant paperwork and delivery records accurately.
• Maintaining high standards of cleanliness, food safety and health & safety compliance.
• Using IT systems to complete online training and onboarding requirements.
• Supporting colleagues to ensure the smooth running of services.

Conocimientos

Full UK driving licence

Customer service

Delivery experience

Teamwork

Herramientas

IT systems

Descripción del empleo

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. No matter what you're pursuing, we can help you reach your full potential. Every day presents a new challenge and opportunity to discover something new about yourself.

Job Description

Aramark UK are currently recruiting for a General Service Assistant / Driver to join our team at Harlow Hill, NE15 0RF. This is a fantastic opportunity for a motivated and reliable individual to take on a varied role, combining customer service, catering support and driving responsibilities within a busy operational environment.

The Role

As a General Service Assistant / Driver, you will provide support across a range of catering and facilities services while also carrying out delivery and driving duties as required. This is a hands‑on role that requires flexibility, excellent customer service skills and the ability to work as part of a team.

Key Responsibilities

• Supporting day-to-day catering and hospitality operations
• Serving food and beverages and providing excellent customer service
• Assisting with food preparation and maintaining clean working areas
• Carrying out delivery and driving duties safely and professionally
• Loading, unloading and transporting goods and supplies as required
• Completing relevant paperwork and delivery records accurately
• Maintaining high standards of cleanliness, food safety and health & safety compliance
• Using IT systems to complete online training and onboarding requirements
• Supporting colleagues to ensure the smooth running of services

What's in it for You?

• £12.71 per hour
• 35 hours per week
• 5 days from 7 on a rotating two-week shift pattern, including early and late shifts
• Access to our Employee Benefits app, including online GP services, an Employee Assistance Programme and hundreds of retail discounts
• Company pension contributions
• Life assurance
• Generous holiday entitlement with the option to buy more
• Excellent training and development opportunities
• Fantastic career progression opportunities, as we LOVE to promote from within
• Be part of a talented and supportive team

Qualifications

What We're Looking For

• Full UK driving licence with a good driving record
• Must be aged 25 or over for driving insurance purposes
• Previous experience in a customer service, catering, delivery or support role is desirable
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Basic IT skills and confidence using online systems for onboarding and training
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Flexible and reliable approach to work
• Strong awareness of health & safety requirements

Additional Information

Additional Requirements

Employment is subject to satisfactory right to work checks.

A Basic DBS check is required for this role.

Please note that applicants must be 25 years of age or over to meet driving insurance requirements. Basic IT skills are essential to complete onboarding activities and mandatory online training.

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.