Food Service Assistant
| Posting date: | 12 May 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £12.21 per hour |
| Additional salary information: | Competitive |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 26 May 2025 |
| Location: | Colchester, CO2 9RQ |
| Company: | Sodexo Ltd |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | SDX/TP/1324814/142862 |
Summary
- 35 hours per week
- 5 days out of 7 per week - Shifts - Early - 07.00 - 14.30, Late - 11.00 -18.30
- £12.21 per hour
- Free Car parking
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Job Description:
As a Food Service Assistantwith Sodexo at Chavasse V C House, Berechurch Road, Colchester. You'll play an important role in supporting military personnel on a Ministry of Defence (MOD) base.Your day-to-day interactions will directly impact the experience of those serving, ensuring they have a positive and efficient dining experience.
KeyResponsibilities:
- Dining Area Setup:Prepare dining areas, functions, and meeting spaces before service to ensure smooth and efficient operations.
- Food Service & Replenishment:Serve meals and replenish food stations as needed, ensuring everything is available and properly maintained throughout service.
- Customer Interaction:Provide professional and courteous service to military personnel in dining, retail, and other areas.
- Cleaning & Hygiene:Maintain cleanliness and hygiene by regularly sanitizing workstations, equipment, and dining areas in line with health and safety standards.
- Event Support:Assist with special events and functions, ensuring all aspects of service run smoothly and efficiently.
- Teamwork:Work closely with your team to ensure all tasks are completed efficiently and to the highest standard.
What You’ll Need:
- Professionalism and Respect:A positive attitude, strong communication skills, and respect for others in all interactions.
- No Experience Required:Previous hospitality or food service experience is helpful but not required. A willingness to learn and adapt is key.
- Reliability & Flexibility:Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changing needs.
What we offer:
- On-the-job training with experienced professionals
- Fully funded apprenticeship qualifications
- Career development opportunities within Sodexo
- A friendly and supportive work environment
- Wellbeing Support – Unlimited online resources, a free health app with 24/7 virtual GP, and an Employee Assistance Programme.
- Financial Benefits – Discounts for you and your family, salary finance support, retirement plan, and a death-in-service benefit.
- Career Growth – Apprenticeships, learning tools, and development opportunities.
- Work Perks – Cycle to Work Scheme, volunteering opportunities, flexible work, full training, and a protective uniform.
Join us and be part of a companythat values its employees and offers real career growth opportunities.