Waiting Staff

Compass Group PLC; Camberley; Hybrid; GBP 12,000 - 17,000; Part time

Job summary

Compass Group UK&I Defence division is seeking a dedicated Waiting Staff (Zero Hours) to help ensure smooth operations on a permanent casual basis, contracted to 0 hours per week.

You will greet guests, serve with a personalised experience, and represent Defence while maintaining hygiene and safety standards. The role offers flexible shifts and opportunities to progress within a company that values its people.

Qualifications

• Experience delivering high-quality guest service.
• Excellent communication and teamwork.
• Ability to work flexible, variable shifts.

Responsibilities

• Greet guests and ensure they leave delighted.
• Serve customers with a seamless, personal experience.
• Know the menu and make recommendations.
• Represent Defence and maintain a positive brand image.
• Follow Food Handling, Hygiene, and Health & Safety standards.

Skills

Guest service

Communication

Team player

Under pressure

Job description

We're currently recruiting a dedicated Waiting Staff (Zero Hours) to help ensure the smooth running of the operations in Defence on a permanent casual basis, contracted to 0 hours per week.

As a Waiting Staff (Zero Hours), 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.

Here’s an idea of what your shift patterns will be: Variable shifts

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

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Greeting and looking after our guests so they go home delighted


• Serving customers, ensuring they receive an easy and seamless personalised experience


• Being knowledgeable about the menu and making recommendations to our guests


• Representing Defence and maintaining a positive brand image


• Complying with Food Handling & Hygiene standards


• Complying with Health & Safety regulations

Our ideal Waiting Staff will:

• Have a passion for delivering outstanding service, greeting customers with a smile and serving them with pride


• Take initiative and make decisions that are right for our customers


• Be an excellent team player with great communication skills


• Have a desire to succeed in your role


• Possess the ability to work under pressure

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/1410/79187001/52826924/R/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!

• Job Reference com/1410/79187001/52826924/R/WJ


• Contract Type Permanent Casual


• Closing Date 14 November, 2026


• Job Category Other


• Business Unit Defence