Receptionist

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. So, no matter what you're pursuing, a role at Aramark can help you reach your full potential.

Location: Catterick, DL9 3AD

Hours: 20 hours per week

Working Pattern: Monday to Friday, working a mixture of shifts between 7:00am and 7:00pm (7:00am-11:00am, 11:00am-3:00pm, and 3:00pm-7:00pm)

Contract: Part Time

Rate of Pay: £12.71 per hour

We are currently recruiting for a professional and customer-focused Receptionist to join our team in Catterick. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong administrative and communication skills who enjoys working with people and providing first-class support within a busy environment.

What's in it for you?

Part-time position working 20 hours per week

Monday to Friday working pattern with no late-night shifts

Free parking on site

Convenient location with access to local bus routes

Discounted meals

Employee Assistance Programme and online GP access

Company pension scheme

Life assurance

Generous holiday entitlement with the option to buy additional leave

Training and development opportunities

Apprenticeship schemes to support your career progression

Excellent career prospects within Aramark, as we love to promote from within

The opportunity to work for a world-leading organisation that values diversity and inclusion

What you'll be doing

Acting as the first point of contact for customers, visitors, and stakeholders

Becoming fully competent in bespoke military software applications

Managing telephone calls, emails, and face-to-face enquiries professionally

Drafting emails and correspondence for both internal and external recipients

Monitoring and maintaining shared electronic mailboxes

Responding to routine queries and escalating more complex matters to line management when required

Providing administrative support to ensure the smooth running of the office

Working independently and as part of a team to achieve operational objectives

Maintaining accurate records and documentation

Delivering excellent customer service at all times

What we're looking for

Excellent communication skills and a positive, professional attitude

Previous administration experience and a sound understanding of office processes

Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office 365, including Outlook, Word, Excel, and SharePoint

Strong organisational skills and attention to detail

Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Good customer service and interpersonal skills

Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritise workloads effectively

Previous experience working within a military administrative environment is desirable but not essential

Full UK driving licence preferred

Additional Requirements

Must have lived in the UK for the past 3 years

Must have the legal right to work in the UK

Must be able to successfully pass security vetting

Must be able to obtain and maintain a DBS check

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.

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 – careers@aramark.co.uk

Any offer of employment for this role 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 the clearance level associated with the role.

Join us in fostering a workplace where everyone can achieve their full potential.

All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence.