Food Service Assistant
Aramark · Dounreay, United Kingdom
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.
Aramark UK are currently recruiting for a Food Service Assistant to join our team at NRS
Dounreay Catering. This is a fantastic opportunity for a hardworking and reliable individual
looking for flexible work within a prestigious and busy hospitality environment.
Job Description
As a Food Service Assistant, you will support the delivery of high-quality catering services,
ensuring customers receive excellent food and service standards. Working as part of a
friendly and professional team, you will assist with food preparation, service, cleaning and
customer care while maintaining a safe and hygienic working environment.
Key responsibilities include:
• Serving food and beverages to customers in line with company standards
• Providing excellent customer service and responding to customer enquiries
• Preparing basic food items and assisting with food service
• Operating tills and handling payments accurately
• Replenishing stock and maintaining food displays
• Cleaning catering facilities, dining areas and equipment
• Maintaining high standards of food hygiene and health & safety
• Supporting the catering team with day-to-day operational activities
• Assisting with the setup and clear-down of service areas
What's in it for You?
• £13.45 per hour
• 37 hours per week
• Monday - Friday working pattern
• 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 talented and supportive team
• Previous experience within catering, hospitality, retail or customer service is
desirable
• Strong customer service and communication skills
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team
• A positive and proactive approach to work
• Good attention to detail and commitment to maintaining high standards
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Experience handling cash and operating tills would be advantageous
• Commitment to food safety, hygiene and health & safety standards
Employment is subject to satisfactory right to work checks. Due to the nature of the site,
successful candidates may also be required to satisfy any site-specific security clearance
requirements.
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.