Personal Development & Career Growth
MyLearning: Free training on various topics.
Career Pathways: Opportunities to move up, across, or master your craft
We are one of the UK’s leading hospitality businesses, working across the country’s most popular visitor attractions and corporate dining spaces to provide high-end culinary experiences. Our mission is to create unforgettable experiences for our guests with beautifully crafted menus and exceptional service delivered by our passionate professionals.
From creating delicious dishes made with seasonal ingredients to delivering award-winning front-of-house service, we collaborate with our supplier partners and clients to make hospitality extraordinary.
We are a people-first business, putting our colleagues, clients, and communities at the heart of everything we do.
In 2025, Compass Group UK&I launched Mission to a Million: Forward Together, reinforcing its commitment to support one million people by 2030. Since the launch of Our Social Promise in 2021, more than 500,000 individuals have been supported through employment, education, training, and community initiatives.
Career development remains a key focus at Restaurant Associates, with the Career Pathways programme providing clear routes for progression, skills development, and career growth. Over half of associates currently enrolled on development pathways are female.
In recognition of this commitment to learning and development, Compass Group UK&I was named a Top 100 Apprenticeship Employer in 2025 by the Department for Education and RateMyApprenticeship.
Want to join us as an associate?
We understand that it is our people that make us who we are as an award-winning business and therefore are committed to ensure our associates join our business and are given the training and benefits that they deserve. We want to attract the very best and are committed to ensuring there is a career pathway to suit all individuals.
We’re continually seeking talented individuals to join our team as new opportunities arise through contract wins. Please send your details to recruitment@restaurantassociates.co.uk. We hope you’ll feel inspired to be part of our journey.
What you can expect
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Work-Life Balance
Flexible Working: Options to balance work and home life.
Additional Leave: Purchase up to 10 extra days holiday (subject to conditions)
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Recognition
Be A Star: Employee recognition with cash rewards.
Long Service Awards: Celebrating milestones every 5 years.
SHINE: A bespoke customer service model for Restaurant Associates, promoting exceptional service.
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Health & Wellness
Gym Discounts: Exclusive offers with PureGym and Nuffield Health.
Medicash: Cash plan for medical expenses.
Nourished Life: Expert nutrition and wellness advice
Employee Assistance Programme: 24/7 support for personal and work challenges
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Financial Wellbeing
Financial Wellbeing Programme: Webinars, health checks, and financial resources.
Pension Plans: Auto-enrolment and additional schemes like CRISP our in-house pension scheme.
Life Assurance: Provided after 1 year of service
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Additional Perks
Sharebuy Scheme: Invest in Compass shares.
Baby Gifts: Ethical gifts for new parents.
Refer-a-Friend: Cash rewards for successful referrals.
Discounts: Vodafone, Vauxhall cars, and UK staycations
Victoria Marshall, People Director at Restaurant Associates
“Thrive is a brilliant programme, created for female leaders, focusing on specific and targeted development for the group. Personally, I loved the whole course, from the syllabus and personal reflection to the authenticity of the facilitators and the wonderful opportunity to network and collaborate with our cohort.”
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