Head Steward

Compass Group; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading catering service provider in Ipswich is looking for a part-time Head Steward to ensure high-quality service and maintain customer satisfaction. In this role, you will prepare drinks, serve food, and uphold hygiene standards in a busy bar environment. The ideal candidate will excel in communication and customer service, demonstrating reliability and a warm presence. Join a company that values individuality and career growth.

Qualifications

• Brilliant communicator who can build relationships easily.
• Committed to high levels of customer service.
• Warm personality with a smart appearance.

Responsibilities

• Preparing drinks and serving high-quality food.
• Maintaining an effective bar service.
• Keeping the bar area clean.

Skills

Excellent communication

Customer service

Team player

Time management

Ability to work under pressure

Job description

We're currently recruiting a dedicated Head Steward to help ensure the smooth running of the operations in Defence on a part time basis, contracted to 25 hours per week.

As a Head Steward, you will use your skills to maintain a high standard of quality work. In return, you will have the chance to progress your career with a company that invests in its people, celebrates individuality, and rewards and recognises employees who go beyond the plate.

Please note: This role is contracted to 50 weeks per year

Could you bring your spark to Defence? Here's what you need to know before applying:

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Preparing perfectly blended drinks and serving high-quality food that delights our customers
• Maintaining an effective bar service with an emphasis on high-quality, efficient service
• Keeping the bar area clean
• Having a perfect knowledge of all beverages served in the bar, how to prepare them and how they should be presented
• Receiving and processing payments (cash and credit cards)
• Being an enthusiastic team player and excellent communicator
• Representing Defence and maintaining a positive brand image
• Complying with Food Handling & Hygiene standards
• Complying with Health & Safety regulations

Our ideal Head Steward will:

• Be a brilliant communicator and easily build relationships
• Have a warm personality and smartly presented
• Be committed to delivering high levels of customer service
• Strive for excellence in an eager and motivated manner
• Take initiative and make decisions that are right for our customers
• Possess the ability to work under pressure
• Demonstrate exceptional timekeeping and reliability

Part of Compass Group UK&I, ESS is the Defence, Government, and Energy services sector of Compass Group UK & Ireland. We support 250+ UK military establishments, high profile police, secure environments and government sites, along with a range of onshore and offshore facilities including platforms, drilling rigs, floatels and offices for the energy sector. We know that a friendly face makes all the difference, so we look for people who are passionate about delivering excellent customer service, at all levels, to join our teams.

Job Reference: com/0408/95372001/52222280/WJ #Defence

Compass Group UK&I is committed to fostering an environment where every individual can truly be themselves at work and has equal opportunities to advance in their careers. We strive to build a culture that respects and celebrates the unique talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities of all our team members. We want our colleagues to feel valued, empowered to reach their full potential, and to thrive - because diversity is our strength!