Catering Assistant

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.

New College Bradford, BD5 0DX
Zero Hour Contract
£12.71 per hour

Aramark UK are currently recruiting for a Catering Assistant to join our team at New College Bradford, BD5 0DX. This is a fantastic opportunity for a friendly and enthusiastic individual looking for flexible work within a busy education catering environment.

Job Description

As a Catering Assistant, you will support the day-to-day running of the catering operation, helping to provide excellent food service and customer care to students, staff, and visitors.

Key responsibilities include:

• Assisting with the preparation and presentation of food
• Serving food and beverages in a professional and friendly manner
• Maintaining food counters and service areas
• Operating tills and handling transactions accurately where required
• Assisting with washing up and general kitchen duties
• Maintaining cleanliness throughout kitchen and dining areas
• Replenishing stock and ensuring service areas are well presented
• Following food hygiene, health and safety, and company procedures at all times
• Supporting the wider catering team to ensure smooth daily operations

What's in it for You?

• £12.71 per hour
• Flexible zero hour contract
• 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

What We're Looking For

• A positive and enthusiastic attitude
• Excellent customer service skills
• Good communication and teamwork abilities
• Reliable and flexible approach to work
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Good attention to detail
• Previous catering, hospitality, or customer service experience is desirable but not essential, as full training will be provided

• Enhanced DBS check required
• 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 – 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.