On-Train Customer Service & Catering Specialist

Grand Central Railway Company

Bradford

Remote

GBP 24,000 - 28,000

Full time

3 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Contributory Pension Scheme (AWPP)
Unlimited Free Travel
Employee Assistance Programme
Company Medical Insurance
Wellness Package
Cycle to Work

Job summary

Grand Central is seeking a Customer Service Assistant for Bradford Depot. The role requires supporting the Senior Conductor with catering services and delivering an excellent on-train customer experience across both First and Standard Class.

Salary starts at £24,479 and rises to £28,332 after training completion. This is a 12-month FTC with shift-work across seven days per week. Training and onboarding support are provided to develop your career with Grand Central.

Qualifications

  • Strong customer service skills.
  • Ability to work safely under pressure.
  • Be able to use your initiative.
  • Great communication skills.
  • Be able to work as part of a team but also comfortable working alone.
  • Confident and able to make decisions.
  • Be able to pass a rail safety medical including drug and alcohol testing.
  • Able to work a variety of shifts across a 7 day rota.

Responsibilities

  • Deliver an excellent customer experience in all areas on-train for First and Standard Class passengers.
  • Provision and management of on-board catering retail.
  • Undertake all stock, storage and waste management requirements.
  • Ensure personal safety and that of others at all times.
  • Interact with a variety of people and adapt to unexpected events.

Skills

Customer Service
Communication
Initiative
Teamwork
Decision Making
Safety under Pressure
Rail Safety Knowledge

Education

Basic food hygiene certification

Job description

Grand Central is seeking a Customer Service Assistant for Bradford Depot. The role requires supporting the Senior Conductor with catering services and delivering an excellent on-train customer experience across both First and Standard Class.

Salary starts at £24,479 and rises to £28,332 after training completion. This is a 12-month FTC with shift-work across seven days per week. Training and onboarding support are provided to develop your career with Grand Central.

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