Catering Assistant

Company Description

At Aramark, we empower our people to create experiences that matter. We share a passion for hospitality, it’s at the foundation of everything we do. We believe a career should develop your talents, fuel your passions, and empower your professional growth. So, no matter what you're pursuing, a role at Aramark can help you reach your full potential.

Job Description

Location: Swindon, SN3 6BB
Hours: 22.5 hours per week, Friday, Saturday and Sunday
Shift Pattern: Between 6:30am and 8:30pm
Contract: Part Time

We are currently recruiting for a friendly and enthusiastic Catering Assistant to join our team in Swindon. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment, providing excellent customer service, and supporting the delivery of high-quality food services.

What's in it for you?

• Part-time position working 22.5 hours per week
• Weekend-based role offering flexibility during the week
• Training and development opportunities
• Company pension scheme
• Life assurance
• MyStaffShop employee discounts and rewards platform
• Employee Assistance Programme
• A supportive and inclusive working environment
• Opportunities for career progression within Aramark

What you'll be doing

• Preparing and serving food and beverages
• Providing excellent customer service to customers and visitors
• Operating tills and handling transactions accurately
• Assisting with food preparation and presentation
• Maintaining high standards of cleanliness and hygiene
• Supporting the wider catering team during busy service periods
• Receiving and storing deliveries where required
• Working shifts between 6:30am and 8:30pm on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays, including early morning starts as part of the rota
• Following food safety, health and safety, and company procedures at all times

Qualifications

What we're looking for

• A positive and customer-focused attitude
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team
• Strong communication and customer service skills
• Reliability and flexibility to work the required shift pattern
• Previous catering, hospitality, or customer service experience is desirable but not essential
• A willingness to learn and develop new skills

Additional Information

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 are an Armed Forces Friendly organisation and proud signatory of the Armed Forces Covenant. We welcome applications from veterans, service leavers, cadet forces adult volunteers, reservists and military families.

For roles requiring security clearance, any offer of employment will be conditional upon the successful completion and maintenance of the required level of security clearance. Applicants must meet the relevant eligibility and residency requirements applicable to that level of clearance.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and we expect all employees and workers to share this commitment. Where relevant to the role, safer recruitment checks will apply, including references and an enhanced DBS check in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE).

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 adjustments or have any questions, please reach out to our recruitment team – careers@aramark.co.uk

Join us in fostering a workplace where everyone can achieve their full potential.

All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence.