Catering assistant
Be part of something greater.
- Job reference: SDX/TP/1022707/157263
- Location: Cambridge
- Job type: Full Time - 37.5 hours per week
- Salary: £ 13.50 per hour plus Sodexo Benefits
- Closing date: 22 May 2026
About the role
- 37.5 hours per week
- Monday - Friday
- £13:50 per hour
- Free meal whilst on shift
- Free on-site parking
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Join Sodexo in Cambridge as a Catering Assistant, where you will play a key role in delivering excellent customer service through the preparation, presentation, and service of food and beverages to both client and Sodexo standards. You will be expected to lead by example through your behaviour and personal presentation, contributing positively to the team and overall service experience. A strong focus on health and safety is essential, with full adherence to all procedures and active support of our goal zero mindset to maintain a safe working environment for colleagues and customers.
What You'll Do:
- Assist with the setup, service, clearing, and cleaning of function catering as required
- Support special functions and occasional duties outside normal routines, including overtime where applicable
- Report all complaints, compliments, incidents, accidents, or hazards promptly and take appropriate action where possible
- Respond to reasonable requests from supervisors, managers, and chefs to support smooth kitchen and catering operations
- Attend meetings and training sessions, including health & safety and food hygiene, to maintain company and client standards
What You Bring:
- Good communication skills
- Experience in food service, catering, or hospitality (including food handling)
- Strong customer service skills
- Able to work well as part of a team
What we offer:
Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it’s a chance to be part of something greater. You’ll belong in a company and team that values you for you; you’ll act with purpose and have an impact through your everyday actions; and you’ll be able to thrive in your own way. In addition, we offer:
- Mental health & wellbeing support
- Employee Assistance Programme for personal, legal, and financial advice
- 24/7 virtual GP & lifestyle rewards
- Discounts for you & family
- Financial tools & retirement plan
- Cycle to Work & Paid volunteering day
Apply today, shine in your work, and build a rewarding career with Sodexo!
Sodexo reserves the right to close this advert early if we are in receipt of a high number of applications.
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KEY BENEFITS
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Advice and guidance
Get help with legal, financial, personal or work issues whenever you need it. -
Pension Plan
Save effectively for your future when you join the Sodexo Pension Plan. -
Wellbeing support
Unlimited access to online support for your mental health, 24/7. -
Generous leave
For holidays, care needs or major life events, we’ll help you rest and recharge. -
Discounts and savings
Enjoy great deals from leading retailers and use our Bike to Work scheme -
Virtual GP
24-hour access to video or phone consultations for you and your family.
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
At our company, we believe in fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone has the opportunity to thrive. Roles at Sodexo are designed to empower individuals from all backgrounds. We are committed to creating an environment that values equity and supports the growth of all employees, ensuring that everyone can contribute to and benefit from our collective success.
Social Impact
Ever since we started, we’ve had a clear purpose – to do some good in our communities through helping people. Today, that purpose is still a huge part of who we are. And every one of our colleagues helps that happen.
We’re committed to volunteering our time, resources, skills and knowledge – more than 50% of colleagues contribute to thousands of volunteer hours every year. And our Charitable Foundation has now donated over £9 million to charities and good causes across the country.
Cambridge, United Kingdom, CB1 2FB
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