Food Service Assistant

Aramark NV; Preston; On-site; GBP 18,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food service company is seeking a Food Service Assistant in Preston, UK, to provide excellent food service to military personnel in a dynamic environment. This permanent role offers a 40-hour work week, flexibility in shifts, and a variety of employee benefits including free meals and access to discounts. Ideal candidates should demonstrate good communication skills and have a willingness to work in a team. Living in the UK for at least three years is required due to security protocols.

Benefits

Free meals on duty

Free parking

Access to employee benefits portal

Online GP access

Life assurance

Defined contribution pension scheme

Generous annual leave with option to buy extra

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a similar role is desirable.
• Must have been a resident in the UK for a minimum of three years due to site security requirements.

Responsibilities

• Carry out general food service duties as required.
• Support the kitchen and front-of-house teams.
• Maintain cleanliness and hygiene standards.
• Assist with food preparation and service.
• Provide excellent customer service to all personnel on site.

Skills

Good communication and customer service skills

Ability to work well in a team

Willingness to work flexible shifts

Job description

Join our dedicated team at Junior Ranks Kitchen, Weeton Barracks, PR4 3JQ, where you’ll play a vital role in delivering exceptional food service to military personnel in a dynamic and rewarding environment. This permanent position offers a stable 40-hour work week with shifts between 06:00 and 18:30, free meals on duty, free parking, and access to a wide range of employee benefits. To be eligible for this role, candidates must have been resident in the UK for a minimum of three years, due to site security requirements.

What’s in it for you:

• £17,520.06 per annum
• 40 hours per week
• Shifts between 06:00–18:30
• Free meals on duty
• Free parking
• Access to our employee benefits portal – hundreds of discounts
• Online GP access
• Life assurance
• Defined contribution pension scheme
• Generous annual leave with the option to buy extra

A day in the life of a Food Service Assistant:

• Carry out general food service duties as required
• Support the kitchen and front-of-house teams
• Maintain cleanliness and hygiene standards
• Assist with food preparation and service
• Provide excellent customer service to all personnel on site

You’ll be set up for success if you have:

• Willingness to work flexible shifts
• Ability to work well in a team
• Good communication and customer service skills
• Previous experience in a similar role is desirable

If you are applying for this role and you already work for Aramark, you must notify your line manager before submitting your application.

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