Job Introduction
We're currently recruiting a dedicated Assistant - Zero Hours to help ensure the smooth running of the operations in Chartwells on a permanent casual basis, contracted to 0 hours per week.
As a Assistant - Zero Hours, you will use your skills to maintain a high standard of quality work. In return, you will have the chance to progress your career with a company that invests in its people, celebrates individuality, and rewards and recognises employees who go beyond the plate.
Could you bring your spark to Chartwells? Here's what you need to know before applying:
Your key responsibilities will include:
• Welcoming guests
• Taking orders
• Providing recommendations
• Ensuring customer satisfaction
• Mixing and serving a variety of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages
• Ensuring accurate preparation and quality
• Taking orders from customers at the bar and from servers
• Delivering food and drinks efficiently
• Accurately handling cash and credit card transactions
• Managing tabs
• Ensuring proper record-keeping
• Maintaining a clean and well-stocked bar area
• Cleaning glasses
• Restocking supplies
• Managing inventory
• May include checking ID for age verification
• Assisting with other bar duties
• Potentially serving food
Our ideal Assistant - Zero Hours will:
• Ability to interact with customers, handle inquiries, and resolve issues professionally.
• Familiarity with different types of alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks, recipes, and preparation methods.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment, managing multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Clear and effective communication with customers and colleagues.
• Accurate handling of cash transactions and managing tabs.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and perform tasks requiring physical activity.
• Ensuring accurate drink preparation, maintaining a clean bar, and adhering to safety protocols.
• Previous experience in a cocktail bar or restaurant environment is often preferred.
• Must be able to verify the age of customers to ensure compliance with alcohol regulations.
• Understanding of food safety practices and regulations is essential.
Part of Compass Group UK&I, Chartwells is the leading provider of catering and support services to the education sector. For over a quarter of a century, Chartwells has been focusing on helping those in education to build strong bodies, sharp minds and lead long healthy lives. Every week, Chartwells serves millions of nutritious and delicious meals to pupils and students in primary and secondary schools, academies, independent schools, colleges, and universities across the UK. Chartwells is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all employees to share this commitment. Any offer of employment will be subject to successfully completing pre-employment checks, including an enhanced DBS disclosure and a Children's Barred List check. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and we ask applicants to declare all previous convictions and cautions in order to assess their suitability to work with children.
Job Reference: com/0707/40930001/52537428/WJ #State Schools
Compass Group UK&I is committed to fostering an environment where every individual can truly be themselves at work and has equal opportunities to advance in their careers. We strive to build a culture that respects and celebrates the unique talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities of all our team members. We want our colleagues to feel valued, empowered to reach their full potential, and to thrive - because diversity is our strength!