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Location: Glencorse Barracks, Penicuik, EH26 0NP Pay: £12.71/hour (£19,895.47/annum) Hours: Temporary, part-time, 30 hours/week, 5 days over 7, including occasional weekends Shift times: Between 0600 and 1830
Ready to make a difference every day? Aramark UK is looking for a General Service Assistant to join our dedicated Defence team at Glencorse Barracks, Penicuik EH26 0NP.
This is a maternity cover contract until end May 2027.
This is your chance to be part of something bigger – supporting our Armed Forces community while building a rewarding career with a world-leading organisation.
Why join Aramark? We believe hospitality can offer work-life balance and career growth. At Aramark, you’ll enjoy:
Perks – Free on-site parking, access to our Employee Benefits app (online GP, Employee Assistance Programme, discounts on shopping and leisure, and more) Career development – Training, apprenticeships, and promotion opportunities – we LOVE to grow our people! Generous benefits – Pension, life assurance, holiday entitlement (with option to buy more), and more.
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What you’ll be doing As a General Service Assistant, you’ll play a key role behind the scenes and front-of-house. Your day will include:
Serving food and drinks with a smile Operating tills and handling payments Setting up counters and cleaning all areas front and back of house Supporting kitchen and service teams to deliver exceptional experiences Preparation of any other public facing areas as required Undertake relevant training as required of all aspects of the role, including working towards your Food Hygiene Level 2 and Health and Safety Level 2 qualifications.
You’ll report to the General Manager and work closely with a talented team that values quality and teamwork.
What we’re looking for
Customer service or food service experience is a plus (but full training provided) Must be 18+ Eligible to work in the UK and have lived here for 3+ years (security checks required)
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About Aramark UK 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 and Forces Friendly employer, we actively encourage applications from individuals of all abilities and are dedicated to supporting employees with disabilities throughout their career journey.
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 accommodations or have any questions, please reach out to our recruitment team – careers@aramark.co.uk.
All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence.
If you are applying for this role and you already work for Aramark, you must notify your line manager before submitting your application.
Job reference: 655918.
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