Kitchen Host

Aramark; Stoke-on-Trent; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site discounts

Career development opportunities

Generous leave

Benefits app access

Flexible hours

Free uniform

Free staff parking

Team social events

Work at premier resort

Job summary

Aramark is seeking a Kitchen Host at Alton Towers Resort to help prepare and serve food for thousands of guests. You will join one of the UK’s most iconic attractions, with shifts across breakfast and evenings in a seasonal role.

No prior extensive experience required as full training is provided to develop hospitality skills. You will work in a busy kitchen, support deliveries, and help maintain high food standards while enjoying on-site benefits and potential development within a large UK-wide

Qualifications

• Experience in a kitchen or food service is desirable and training will be provided.
• Strong communication and a positive attitude are essential.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve a wide range of food following recipes and guidelines.
• Keep the kitchen clean and organized, complying with health and safety rules.
• Prepare the kitchen area before service to be ready for busy periods.
• Monitor stock levels and assist with deliveries when required.
• Collaborate with team members to maintain smooth operations during peak times.
• Wash and clean crockery and equipment to maintain high standards.

Skills

Kitchen experience

Willingness to train

Good communication

Job description

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Passionate about food and looking for a role that's more exciting than the average kitchen job? Join our team as a Kitchen Hostat Alton Towers Resort, where you'll help prepare and serve food to thousands of guests as part of one of the UK's most iconic visitor attractions.

Whether you're gaining your first kitchen experience or looking to develop your hospitality skills, we'll provide the training and support you need to succeed.

This is a food preparation and guest-facing role where you'll be working in a busy and rewarding environment. We have breakfast and evening shifts available throughout the week.

This is a seasonal role with a competitive hourly rate of £13.05 and is available until November 2026.

What you'll be doing

• Preparing and serving a wide variety of food following recipes and guidelines
• Keeping the kitchen clean and organised, ensuring compliance with health and safety standards
• Preparing the kitchen area before service to ensure we are ready for busy periods
• Monitoring and maintaining stock levels, restocking and supporting deliveries as required
• Collaborating with team members to ensure a smooth kitchen operation during busy periods
• Washing and cleaning crockery and equipment to ensure high standards are maintained

What's in it for you?

As well as joining a fun and supportive team, you'll enjoy a range of fantastic benefits, including:

• On-site discounts across Merlin theme parks and attractions
• Development opportunities at Alton Towers Resort and across the wider business, with over 400 locations across the UK
• Generous accrued annual leave
• Access to a benefits app, offering hundreds of discounts, online GP access, mental health support, and an Employee Assistance Programme
• Flexible working hours to help fit work around your lifestyle
• Free uniform
• Free staff parking
• Regular team social events and the opportunity to make great friendships
• The chance to work at one of the UK's most exciting and iconic resort destinations

Here are some desirable qualities for this role...

• Previous kitchen experience would be beneficial; however, we will provide full training for candidates with a genuine passion for food
• Excellent communication and a friendly, approachable demeanour
• The ability to work effectively under pressure, multitask, and prioritise tasks in a fast-paced environment
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining high food standards
• A positive attitude and willingness to work flexible hours, including weekends and public holidays

If you have the right attitude and willingness to learn, we'll provide all the training and support you need to succeed.

About Aramark

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 ensure our recruitment process is accessible, and reasonable adjustments are available at every stage, from application to interview and employment. If you require any accommodations 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 .