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Food Service Assistant

Job details
Posting date: 18 February 2026
Salary: £13.85 per hour
Additional salary information: Competitive
Hours: Full time
Closing date: 04 March 2026
Location: London, SE1 7NA
Company: Sodexo Ltd
Job type: Permanent
Job reference: SDX/TP/1300019/154206

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Summary

Food Service Assistant

Shell Centre, Belvedere Road, London SE1 7NA

  • £13.85 per hour
  • 40 hours per week
  • Monday to Friday between 07:00–17:00 (overtime may be available)

Use of free gym and free meals onsite

Job Introduction
We are looking forFood Service Assistantsto deliver a high standard of food and beverage service in a busy corporate environment. You will support the preparation, presentation, and service of food while providing a friendly and efficient experience for every customer. This role requires strong teamwork, attention to hygiene and safety, and a positive, professional approach.

What you'll do:

Key responsibilities

  • Deliver excellent customer service in all food and beverage areas

  • Prepare and present food service areas to required standards

  • Serve customers in a polite, friendly, and efficient manner

  • Support food preparation with care, including special dietary requirements

  • Replenish food, beverages, and service equipment as needed

  • Assist with stock control, waste reduction, and sales promotion

  • Maintain high standards of cleanliness and hygiene in all work areas

  • Clean utensils, counters, and equipment after service periods

  • Support the setup, service, and clearing of functions and events

  • Follow all company and site rules relating to health & safety, hygiene, fire, and COSHH

  • Report incidents, near misses, complaints, or compliments promptly

  • Attend required training sessions and team meetings

  • Carry out reasonable additional duties as requested by supervisors

  • Performance expectations

    • Consistent service delivery in line with company standards

    • Full compliance with health, safety, and hygiene regulations

    • Positive feedback from customers and clients

What you bring:

Skills and experience

Essential

  • Good communication and interpersonal skills

  • Experience in food service, catering, or hospitality

  • Previous food handling experience

  • Strong customer service focus

  • Ability to follow health & safety procedures

  • Team player with a professional attitude

  • High standards of personal hygiene and presentation

Desirable

  • Basic Food Hygiene certificate

  • Experience working in standards-driven or compliance-led environments

About Sodexo
Working here is more than just a job — it’s a chance to be part of something bigger. The company delivers food and facilities services that improve everyday experiences across workplaces and communities. A strong commitment to inclusion and equal opportunity means applications are welcomed from people of all backgrounds and experiences. A Disability Confident interview scheme is available for candidates who meet the minimum criteria.

Benefits

  • Free on-site gym

  • Free meals while on duty

  • Company benefits package

  • Pension scheme

  • Employee wellbeing and assistance support

  • 24/7 virtual GP access

  • Retail discount programme

  • Learning and development opportunities

  • Bike to Work scheme

  • Enhanced leave and family-friendly policies

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Join a supportive team, deliver great service, and grow your skills in a professional environment.

Sodexo reserves the right to close this advert early if we are in receipt of a high number of applications

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