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Customer Service Assistant

£12.76 per hour
Part-time

Are you a team player with a passion for food and people? Do you thrive in a busy environment? If so, then we are looking for someone just like you to help us deliver exceptional customer experience for Defence on a part time basis, contracted to 16 hours per week.

As a Customer Service Assistant, you will contribute to a passionate and friendly team working in a fast-paced environment. You'll get given every opportunity to progress within a company that invests in its people, celebrates individuality, and rewards and recognises employees who go beyond the plate.

Please note: This role is contracted to 50.2 weeks per year

Could you bring your spark to Defence? Here's what you need to know before ing:

Your key responsibilities will include:

  • Preparing delicious, high-quality food that delights our clients and customers
  • Creating attractive food and counter displays
  • Representing Defence and maintaining a positive brand image
  • Handling cash and operating the cash register
  • Complying with Food Handling & Hygiene standards
  • Complying with Health & Safety regulations

Our ideal Customer Service Assistant will:

  • Have an enthusiastic can-do attitude
  • Display passion for delivering excellent customer service
  • Be an excellent team player
  • Arrive equipped with a desire to succeed in your role
  • Thrive working under pressure
  • Demonstrate outstanding timekeeping and reliability
  • Have a safety-first mind set
  • Have experience within a similar catering-related role, but this isn't essential.

Part of Compass Group UK&I, ESS is the Defence, Government, and Energy services sector of Compass Group UK & Ireland. We support 250+ UK military establishments, high profile police, secure environments and government sites, along with a range of onshore and offshore facilities including platforms, drilling rigs, floatels and offices for the energy sector. We know that a friendly face makes all the difference, so we look for people who are passionate about delivering excellent customer service, at all levels, to join our teams.

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