Food Service Assistant
Be part of something greater.
- Job reference: SDX/TP/1022707/155421
- Location: Bungay
- Job type: Full Time - 30 hours per week
- Salary: £12.21 per hour plus Sodexo benefits
- Closing date: 03 April 2026
About the role
- 30 hours per week
- Monday to Friday
- 6:30am till 12:30pm
- £12.21 per hour
- Free onsite parking
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Job Introduction
We are seeking a motivated and customer-focused Catering Assistant to join our team at a busy and prestigious site with Sodexo. In this role, you will support the smooth day-to-day operation of food service, helping to deliver high standards across the unit.
You will be responsible for preparing and serving food, maintaining cleanliness, and delivering excellent customer service. Your work will help create a welcoming and positive experience for all customers and clients.
This is a great opportunity for someone who is hardworking, reliable, and enjoys working in a fast-paced environment.
What you’ll do:
- Deliver excellent customer service at all times, ensuring a friendly, polite, and efficient experience for all customers.
- Assist with the preparation, presentation, and service of food and beverages in line with company standards.
- Take orders, serve customers, and operate the till, including cash handling and end-of-service procedures.
- Maintain high standards of hygiene, cleanliness, and food safety, ensuring compliance with all Health & Safety regulations and procedures.
- Support team members and carry out general duties, including cleaning, restocking, reporting issues, and assisting with special functions when required.
What you bring:
- Previous experience working in food service, catering, or hospitality environments.
- Strong communication and customer service skills, with the ability to engage positively with customers.
- Experience in safe food handling and maintaining high food safety standards.
- Good understanding and consistent application of health and safety procedures.
- High standards of personal hygiene and a professional appearance at all times.
- A proactive team player with a positive attitude and strong work ethic.
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
Join our team as a Catering Assistant and take pride in delivering high standards of food service, cleanliness, and customer care across the site!
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.
Bungay, United Kingdom, NR35 1NT
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