Aramark
General Assistant
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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. No matter what you're pursuing, we can help you reach your full potential. Every day presents a new challenge and opportunity to discover something new about yourself.
Job Description
Aramark UK are currently recruiting for a General Assistant to join our team in Cambridge, CB3 0ET. This is a fantastic opportunity for a motivated and customer-focused individual to work within a busy catering environment, supporting both front and back of house operations.
As a General Assistant, you will play an important role in supporting the daily operation of the catering service, ensuring customers receive excellent service while helping maintain high standards throughout the site.
Key Responsibilities
- Supporting both front and back of house service and operations
- Assisting with the set-up and close-down of the business each day
- Providing excellent customer service to customers and visitors
- Undertaking basic food preparation duties
- Receiving deliveries and ensuring stock is stored correctly
- Supporting food service during busy periods
- Maintaining cleanliness and organisation in service and preparation areas
- Following food hygiene, health & safety, and company procedures at all times
- Working collaboratively with colleagues to ensure smooth daily operations
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What's in it for You?
- £12.71 per hour
- 35 hours per week
- Monday to Friday working pattern
- Working hours of 7:30am - 3:00pm
- Excellent work-life balance with evenings and weekends generally free
- Access to our Employee Benefits app: online GP, Employee Assistance Scheme, and hundreds of discounts (including supermarket savings and weekend treats)
- Company pension contributions
- Life assurance
- Generous holiday entitlement with the option to buy more
- Excellent training and development opportunities
- Apprenticeship schemes available
- Fantastic career progression opportunities, as we LOVE to promote from within
- Be part of a friendly and supportive team
Qualifications
- Excellent customer service skills
- Previous experience in a service-driven environment
- Food and beverage experience is desirable
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- Positive and proactive attitude
- Ability to work efficiently in a busy environment
- Good organisational skills and attention to detail
- Reliable and flexible approach to work
Additional Information
- Employment is subject to satisfactory right to work checks.
- 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 – [email protected]
- Join us in fostering a workplace where everyone can achieve their full potential.
- All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence.
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