Location: Palace Barracks, Holywood, BT18 9RA
Pay rate: £13.03 per hour
Contract Type: Permanent, full-time, 35 hours per week, 5 days out of 7 including weekends
Shifts: Variable
Make a difference where it matters.
Mess Supervisor – Responsibilities
* Oversee the smooth running of the Officers' Mess (dining, bar, events), managing your team and ensuring top‑notch service for members and military personnel.
* Ensure adherence to Food Safety, Hygiene and Compliance.
* Supervise, train and support front‑of‑house staff.
* Assist in stock control, ordering and inventory checks.
* Assist with scheduling and rota planning.
* Organise and deliver hospitality functions and formal dinners.
* Handle reception duties, cash management and company paperwork.
* Provide outstanding customer service and resolve issues effectively.
Qualifications
* UK residency for the last 3 years and eligibility to work in the UK (security checks required).
* Ability to obtain a valid Access NI certificate.
* Previous customer‑facing or food service experience.
* Leadership and team‑management skills.
* Must be over 18.
* Operations administration experience and the ability to adapt and work under pressure.
* Computer literacy and strong organisational skills.
Benefits and Perks
* Free uniform and on‑site parking.
* Access to our Employee Benefits App – online GP, Employee Assistance Programme and hundreds of discounts (including your weekly shop!).
* Company benefits: life assurance, pension contributions, generous holiday entitlement (with the option to buy more) and more.
* Career growth – we promote from within and offer apprenticeships and training to help you thrive.
About Aramark UK
At Aramark UK, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone is valued and empowered to thrive. We are a proud Disability Confident and Forces Friendly employer and actively encourage applications from individuals of all abilities.
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 accommodations or have any questions, please reach out to our recruitment team – careers@aramark.co.uk.
All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence.
Job reference: 648218.
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