Food Service Assistant
Be part of something greater.
- Job reference: SDX/TP/1117004/160562
- Location: Carterton
- Job type: Full Time - 37.5 hours per week
- Salary: £12.71 Per hour
- Closing date: 25 August 2026
About the role
- 37.5 hours per week
- 5 out of 7 days
- £12.71 per hour
- Sodexo Rewards
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Job Description
We are looking for a motivated and customer-focused Food Service Assistant to support our catering team in delivering a high-quality food service.
The General food service assistant supports the smooth day to day operation of a digital cafe by providing excellent customer service, preparing and serving food, maintain high standards of cleanliness.
The role involves working in a fast-paced environment, including food preparation, cleaning, customer service and use of digital ordering and payment system. The position involves early mornings, evenings, weekends .
Key Responsibilities
- Support the preparation, cooking, and service of food in line with approved recipes and menu cycles
- Deliver friendly, efficient customer service in line with company standards
- Maintain portion control, food quality, and presentation standards
- Operate digital systems to ensure accurate and efficient transactions
- Ensure food is served and held at correct temperatures, completing required checks
- Maintain a clean, safe, and compliant FOH environment at all times
- Attend team briefings and complete required training
- Maintain high standards of personal hygiene, uniform, and PPE compliance
- Report hazards, near misses, accidents, or faulty equipment promptly
- Complete opening and closing procedures, ensuring security requirements are met
- Communicate effectively with managers, colleagues, customers, and client representatives
- Undertake any other reasonable duties as directed by management
What You’ll Need
Essential
Good verbal communication skills
Experience in a similar role within the service industry
Desirable
Experience working within a military environment
Level 1 Food Safety, HSWA, and COSHH certificates
What we offer:
- On-the-job training with experienced professionals
- Fully funded apprenticeship qualifications
- Career development opportunities within Sodexo
- A friendly and supportive work environment
- Wellbeing Support – Unlimited online resources, a free health app with 24/7 virtual GP, and an Employee Assistance Programme.
- Financial Benefits – Discounts for you and your family, salary finance support, retirement plan, and a death-in-service benefit.
- Career Growth – Apprenticeships, learning tools, and development opportunities.
- Work Perks – Cycle to Work Scheme, volunteering opportunities, flexible work, full training, and a protective uniform.
Join us and be part of a company that values its employees and offers real career growth opportunities.
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
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Pension Plan
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Wellbeing support
Unlimited access to online support for your mental health, 24/7. -
Generous leave
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Discounts and savings
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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.
Carterton, United Kingdom, OX18 3LX
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