Front Of House Assistant

We’re currently recruiting a dedicated Front Of House Assistant to help ensure the smooth running of the operations in Defence on a part time basis, contracted to 18 hours per week.As a Front Of House Assistant, 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 Defence? Here’s what you need to know before applying:Your key responsibilities will include:

• Provide a warm, friendly, and professional welcome to all players, staff, and guests
• Assist in the preparation and serving of food and beverages in dining areas, lounges, and meeting rooms
• Handle special dietary requests and ensure service aligns with nutritional requirements for players and staff
• Maintain a high standard of cleanliness and organization in all front-of-house areas
• Set up and clear dining areas, meeting spaces, and other service areas efficiently
• Replenish food, beverages, and consumables in service areas as required
• Report any stock shortages to supervisors to ensure smooth operations
• Work closely with kitchen, catering, and other operational teams to ensure seamless service delivery
• Assist with event and meeting setups, adapting to changing requirements quickly

Our ideal Front Of House Assistant will:

• Previous experience in a front-of-house, hospitality, or customer service role is advantageous
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with a customer-first mindset
• Ability to multitask and work under pressure in a fast-paced environment
• A professional, approachable, and team-oriented attitude
• High attention to detail and commitment to delivering excellence
• Flexibility to adapt to changing

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.Job Reference: com/0312/(phone number removed)/(phone number removed)/WJ 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!