Hospitality 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. 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 Hospitality Assistant to join our team at London, EC2M 3TP. This is a fantastic opportunity for an enthusiastic and customer-focused individual to join a dynamic hospitality team, delivering exceptional service within a professional corporate environment.

The Role

As a Hospitality Assistant, you will play a key role in supporting the delivery of hospitality services, meetings and events while ensuring the highest standards of customer service. You will be responsible for setting up meeting rooms, serving refreshments and catering, and helping to create a welcoming and professional experience for clients and guests.

Key Responsibilities

• Providing excellent customer service to clients, guests and colleagues
• Setting up and clearing hospitality and meeting rooms
• Serving food, beverages and refreshments for meetings and events
• Ensuring hospitality areas are maintained to a high standard of cleanliness and presentation
• Assisting with food preparation and presentation where required
• Monitoring stock levels and replenishing supplies
• Following food safety, health & safety and company procedures at all times
• Supporting the wider hospitality team to ensure smooth service delivery

What's in it for You?

• £14.83 per hour
• 40 hours per week
• Monday to Friday working pattern
• No regular weekend shifts
• 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

Qualifications

What We're Looking For

• Previous experience in hospitality, catering or customer service is desirable
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• A professional and friendly approach to customer service
• Strong attention to detail and high presentation standards
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team
• Good organisational and time management skills
• Flexible and proactive attitude
• Knowledge of food hygiene and health & safety practices is advantageous

Additional Information

Additional Requirements

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.