Food Service Assistant
| Posting date: | 23 January 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £12.21 per hour |
| Additional salary information: | Competitive |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 06 February 2026 |
| Location: | Grays, RM20 4AL |
| Company: | Sodexo Ltd |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | SDX/TP/1022707/153117 |
Summary
- 35 hours per week
- £12.21 per hour
- Monday to Friday, with 1 in 3 weekends required
- Saturday & Sunday shifts: 7:00am – 10:00pm
- Free parking available
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Sodexo is looking for a friendly and reliable FoodService Assistant with till experience to join our catering team. This is a hands-on role based within the servery, where you’ll play a key part in delivering a welcoming food service experience while maintaining high standards of cleanliness and safety. From operating the till and supporting customers, to cleaning coffee machines, assisting with pot wash, and supporting the wider team with additional tasks, you’ll be someone who enjoys variety, works well to a schedule, and takes pride in keeping service areas running smoothly.
What you'll do:
- Carry out all cleaning duties to the required standard, completing daily and weekly schedules as trained and maintaining high standards across client premises.
- Use cleaning equipment safely, completing pre-use checks, keeping cupboards and supplies tidy, and working in line with Sodexo, P&G, and statutory health & safety requirements.
- Maintain a strong attention to detail by identifying, reporting, and where possible rectifying defects, outages, and health & safety concerns promptly.
- Work effectively both independently and as part of a team, showing flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and operational needs.
- Demonstrate a proactive approach by undertaking all required training within set timescales and consistently working in a safe, compliant manner.
What you'll bring:
- Excellent standards of cleanliness and attention to detail
- Professional, flexible, and committed, with high personal standards
- Strong communication skills when working with Sodexo and client teams
- Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team
What we offer:
Working with Sodexo is more thanjust a job — it’s a chance to be part of something greater. You’ll join a teamthat values you forwho you are, supports your growth, and empowers you tomake a real impact every day.
Benefits include:
- Access to wellbeing and mental health support through our online platform
- 24-hour virtual GP service
- Employee Assistance Programme (including financial, legal, and personal support)
- Sodexo Discounts Scheme – great deals for you, your friends, and family
- Mercer Aspire Pension Plan
- Learning and development opportunities to grow your career
- Bike to Work Scheme – stay fit while helping the planet
Excitedto grow with a team that values you? Don’t wait—apply today, and let’s buildsomething amazing together.