Food Service Assistant

Be part of something greater.
  • Job reference: SDX/TP/1658112/161258
  • Location: Banbury
  • Job type: Part Time - 20 hours per week
  • Salary: £16 per hour plus Sodexo Benefits
  • Closing date: 28 August 2026
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About the role

Food Service Assistant

Job Introduction

As a Food Service Assistant at Sodexo at Fortescue Zero, Unit 10 in Banbury, you’ll be part of a friendly team delivering excellent food service and a great experience for everyone on site.

You’ll support the day-to-day catering operation, helping to prepare and serve food, maintain high standards of cleanliness and provide welcoming customer service.

Join Sodexo and be part of something greater. You belong in a team where you can act with purpose and thrive in your own way.

What you’ll do

  • Assist with the preparation and serving of food and refreshments.
  • Provide friendly and professional customer service.
  • Keep food service, kitchen and dining areas clean and well presented.
  • Follow food hygiene, health and safety procedures at all times.
  • Support the wider catering team with day-to-day duties.
  • Work collaboratively with colleagues to provide an excellent service.

What you bring

  • A positive and professional approach to customer service.
  • Good communication and teamwork skills.
  • The ability to work efficiently in a busy catering environment.
  • A willingness to learn and follow food safety and hygiene procedures.
  • Reliability and a flexible approach to your duties.

Package Description

Food Service Assistant
20 hours per week
Monday to Friday, hours TBC
£16.00 per hour
Permanent contract
Free parking
Based at Unit 10, Chalker Way, Banbury, Oxford, OX16 4XD

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 and wellbeing support.
  • An Employee Assistance Programme to help with everyday issues or larger problems where you may need additional support.
  • Access to a 24hr virtual GP Service.
  • The Sodexo Discounts Scheme, offering great deals 24/7 (also open to friends and family).
  • Save for your future by becoming a member of the Sodexo Retirement 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 a variety of learning and development tools.
  • Cycle to Work Scheme to help colleagues to do their bit for the environment whilst keeping fit.
  • Volunteering Opportunities to enable all colleagues to help support worthwhile causes in our communities.
  • Flexible and dynamic work environment.
  • Competitive compensation.
  • Full training and full protective uniform supplied.

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 the 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 forces friendly employer. We welcome and encourage applications from people with a diverse variety of experiences, backgrounds and identities. We encourage our employees to get involved with our Employee Networks such as Pride, Sodexo Parents & Carers, Sodexo Disability, Ability network, So Together, Generations and Origins.

We’re a Disability Confident Leader employer. We’re committed to changing attitudes towards disability, and making sure disabled people have the chance to fulfil their aspirations.

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KEY BENEFITS

  • 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.

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