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General FOH Assistant

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Posting date: 01 February 2026
Salary: Not specified
Additional salary information: £12.6-12.6 per hour
Hours: Part time
Closing date: 03 March 2026
Location: Northwood, HA6 3HP
Company: Aramark
Job type: Permanent
Job reference: 632141-43940904

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Summary

Aramark (NYSE: ARMK) is in the customer service business across food, facilities and uniforms, wherever people work, learn, recover, and play. United by a passion to serve, our more than 247,000 team members deliver experiences that enrich and nourish the lives of millions of people in 19 countries around the world every day.
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General Service Assistant – Defence Sector 
Location: Northwood HQ, Northwood, HA6 3HP Hours: Permanent, Zero-hours contract | 5 days out of 7 including weekends Pay rate: £12.60 Job Ref: 632141
Join our mission to serve those who serve. Aramark UK is proud to support the Defence sector, and we’re looking for a General Service Assistant to join our team at Northwood HQ. If you’re passionate about great service and want to be part of a team that makes a difference every day, we’d love to hear from you. 
What You’ll Be Doing 
As a General Service Assistant, you’ll be front and centre in delivering a welcoming experience to our customers. Your day-to-day will include: 
- Serve food and beverages to customers  
- Clean back of house areas, crockery, and cutlery  
- Clean and tidy counter, light equipment/machines, preparation, and public areas 
- Perform basic cold food preparation and made to order services  
- Restock goods and ensure appropriate displays of merchandise 
- Report to line manager any feedback, complaints, suggestions, stock needs, breakages, faults, or hazards identified during the work 
- Perform daily paperwork 
- Keeps diligent records as required 
- Follow food hygiene and safety procedures. 
What’s In It for You? 
- Permanent role with a zero-hour contract, 5 days out of 7 (including some weekends), as required
- Competitive pay at £12.60 per hour
- Free on-site parking, gym access, and discounted meals on shift
- Access to our Employee Benefits App: online GP, Employee Assistance Scheme, and hundreds of discounts (including your weekly shop!)
- Company benefits: life assurance, pension contributions, generous holiday allowance (with the option to buy more), and more
- Career growth: We LOVE to promote from within! Training, development, and apprenticeship schemes available.
What We’re Looking For 
- A friendly, customer-focused attitude 
- Previous experience in food service or hospitality is a bonus – but not essential, full training provided 
- Must be 18+ 
- Eligibility to work in the UK and have lived in the UK for at least 3 years (security clearance required) 
- Food hygiene certificate
- Level 2 desirable. Relevant training will be provided
- Basic numeracy skills. 
- Own or reliable transport required due to remote location and limited public transport  
- Ability to work a variety of shifts. 
Ready to Join Us? 
If you’re enthusiastic, reliable, and ready to be part of a team that values your contribution, apply now using Job Reference 632141. 
Already work for Aramark. Please speak to your line manager before applying. 
About Aramark UK
At Aramark UK, we’re committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. As a proud Disability Confident Employer and Forces Friendly organisation (ERS Gold Award holder), we welcome applications from all backgrounds and are dedicated to supporting our people throughout their career journey. 
Need adjustments during the recruitment process? Reach out to our team at careers@aramark.co.uk – we’re here to help. 
What You’ll Be Doing 
As a General Service Assistant, you’ll be front and centre in delivering a welcoming experience to our customers. Your day-to-day will include: 
- Serve food and beverages to customers  
- Clean back of house areas, crockery, and cutlery  
- Clean and tidy counter, light equipment/machines, preparation, and public areas 
- Perform basic cold food preparation and made to order services  
- Restock goods and ensure appropriate displays of merchandise 
- Report to line manager any feedback, complaints, suggestions, stock needs, breakages, faults, or hazards identified during the work 
- Perform daily paperwork 
- Keeps diligent records as required 
- Follow food hygiene and safety procedures. 
What We’re Looking For 
- A friendly, customer-focused attitude 
- Previous experience in food service or hospitality is a bonus – but not essential, full training provided 
- Must be 18+ 
- Eligibility to work in the UK and have lived in the UK for at least 3 years (security clearance required) 
- Food hygiene certificate
- Level 2 desirable. Relevant training will be provided
- Basic numeracy skills. 
- Own or reliable transport required due to remote location and limited public transport  
- Ability to work a variety of shifts. 
Ready to Join Us? 
If you’re enthusiastic, reliable, and ready to be part of a team that values your contribution, apply now using Job Reference 632141. 
Already work for Aramark. Please speak to your line manager before applying. 
What’s In It for You? 
- Permanent role with a zero-hour contract, 5 days out of 7 (including some weekends), as required
- Competitive pay at £12.60 per hour
- Free on-site parking, gym access, and discounted meals on shift
- Access to our Employee Benefits App: online GP, Employee Assistance Scheme, and hundreds of discounts (including your weekly shop!)
- Company benefits: life assurance, pension contributions, generous holiday allowance (with the option to buy more), and more
- Career growth: We LOVE to promote from within! Training, development, and apprenticeship schemes available.

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