Food Service Assistant and barista
Be part of something greater.
- Job reference: SDX/TP/1658112/160438
- Location: Unilever 100VE, 100 Victoria Embankment, Blackfriars, London,
- Job type: Full Time - 40 hours per week
- Salary: £14.80 per hour plus Sodexo Benefits
- Closing date: 21 August 2026
About the role
Food Service Assistant and Barista
Location: Unilever 100VE, 100 Victoria Embankment, Blackfriars, London, EC4Y 0DY
Salary: £14.80 per hour
Hours: 40 hours per week
Contract: Fixed Term (12 months), Full Time
Working Pattern: Monday to Friday, between 7:00am and 5:30pm
About the Role
At Sodexo, we're passionate about delivering exceptional food and hospitality experiences. We're looking for a Food Service Assistant and Barista to join our catering team at Unilever 100VE in the heart of London.
This is a varied role where you'll prepare and serve high-quality food and beverages, including barista-style coffees, while delivering outstanding customer service in a busy corporate environment.
What you'll do
- Prepare and serve barista-quality hot and cold beverages.
- Support the preparation and service of food throughout the day.
- Deliver excellent customer service to colleagues and visitors.
- Maintain high standards of cleanliness and food hygiene.
- Replenish food and beverage displays as required.
- Follow all food safety and health & safety procedures.
- Work collaboratively with the wider catering team to ensure smooth daily operations.
What you'll bring
- Previous experience in a catering, hospitality or barista role.
- A proactive and positive attitude.
- Ability to work confidently with minimal supervision.
- Strong teamwork and communication skills.
- Commitment to maintaining high standards of cleanliness and customer service.
- A flexible approach to supporting the 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:
- Flexible and dynamic work environment
- Access to ongoing training and development programmes
- Countless opportunities to grow within the company
- Full training and full protective uniform supplied
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Volunteering Opportunities to enable all colleagues to help support worthwhile causes in our communities
- Access to a 24hr virtual GP Service
- Sodexo Discounts Scheme, offering great deals 24/7 across popular high street retailers, plus a wide range of restaurants, pubs and bars
- Employee Assistance Programme to help with everyday issues or larger problems where you may need additional support, including legal and financial advice, support with work-related issues or personal issues such as bereavement
- Access to a free health and wellbeing app that provides rewards for maintaining a healthy lifestyle
- An extensive Employee Assistance Programme to help with everyday issues or larger problems where you may need additional support
- Save for your future by becoming a member of the Mercer Aspire Pension Plan
- A death in Service benefit for colleagues who pass away whilst employed by Sodexo
- Opportunities to enable colleagues to grow and succeed throughout their career at Sodexo, including apprenticeships and a variety of learning and development tools
- On-site gym access
- Staff shop
- Food allowance
About Sodexo
At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better every day for everyone to build a better life for all. As the global leader in services that improve Quality of Life, we operate in 55 countries, serving over 100 million consumers each day through our unique combination of On-site Food and FM Services, Benefits & Rewards Services and Personal & Home Services.
We are committed to being an inclusive employer. We are a Disability Confident Leader employer. We are committed to changing attitudes towards disability, and making sure disabled people have the chance to fulfil their aspirations.
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.
Unilever 100VE, 100 Victoria Embankment, Blackfriars, London,, United Kingdom, EC4Y 0DY
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