General Assistant

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Weybridge, Elmbridge, Surrey, England, GBR
In-Office
13-13 Hourly
Entry level
Food • Professional Services
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The Role
Supports daily catering operations through basic food preparation, food and beverage service, customer service, stock replenishment, deliveries, and maintaining cleanliness and hygiene standards. Follows food safety, HACCP, and health and safety procedures while working collaboratively with front- and back-of-house teams. The role is based in a busy hospitality environment and includes weekday daytime hours, training, and development opportunities.
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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 Weybridge. This is a fantastic opportunity for a hardworking and reliable individual looking to work within a busy hospitality environment, supporting both front and back-of-house operations.

Job Description
We are looking for an enthusiastic General Assistant to support the day-to-day running of our catering operation. This varied role will involve assisting with food preparation, food service, customer service, and maintaining high standards of cleanliness throughout the workplace. You will work as part of a dedicated team to ensure an excellent experience for customers and colleagues alike.

Key Responsibilities Include:
• Assisting with basic food preparation and service
• Supporting front-of-house and back-of-house operations
• Serving customers in a friendly and professional manner
• Maintaining cleanliness and hygiene standards within kitchen and dining
areas
• Following food safety, HACCP, and health & safety procedures
• Assisting with stock replenishment and deliveries
• Working collaboratively with the wider catering team to deliver an efficient
service
• Supporting the smooth day-to-day operation of the site
What's in it for You?
• £12.71 per hour
• 37.5 hours per week

 

• Monday to Friday, 7:00am - 3:00pm
• 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
• Free parking on site
• Free or discounted meals while on duty

Qualifications

What We're Looking For
• High personal standards and excellent attention to detail
• Experience in a similar role is essential
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Working knowledge of food hygiene and HACCP procedures
• A keen interest in developing food preparation skills and culinary knowledge
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to plan ahead
• A positive, flexible, and proactive 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.

Skills Required

  • Experience in a similar role
  • High personal standards and excellent attention to detail
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills
  • Working knowledge of food hygiene and HACCP procedures
  • Ability to work effectively as part of a team
  • Strong organisational skills with the ability to plan ahead
  • Positive, flexible, and proactive approach to work
  • Keen interest in developing food preparation skills and culinary knowledge
  • Satisfactory right to work checks

Aramark Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Aramark and has not been reviewed or approved by Aramark.

  • Retirement Support — Retirement offerings are positioned as a meaningful part of the package, including a 401(k) match that is described as strong. The ability to leverage retirement plan features is highlighted as a tangible upside for some roles.
  • Healthcare Strength — Health coverage is presented as broadly available across medical, dental, and vision, alongside life and disability options. Access to programs like EAP and condition-management support adds depth beyond basic coverage.
  • Leave & Time Off Breadth — Paid leave options include vacation/PTO and parental leave, with multiple leave types outlined as available. This breadth is framed as a stabilizing part of the total rewards offering even when cash pay is less compelling.

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The Company
HQ: Philadelphia, PA
278,000 Employees
Year Founded: 1939

What We Do

Aramark (NYSE: ARMK) proudly serves the world’s leading educational institutions, Fortune 500 companies, world champion sports teams, prominent healthcare providers, iconic destinations and cultural attractions, and numerous municipalities in 16 countries around the world with food and facilities management. Because of our hospitality culture, our employees strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and the planet.

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