Food Service Assistant
Be part of something greater.
- Job reference: SDX/TP/2245345/158501
- Location: Hassacks
- Job type: Full Time - 40 hours per week
- Salary: £12.90 per hour plus Sodexo Benefits
- Closing date: 25 June 2026
About the role
Belong in a Team and Thrive in Service”
- Position: Food Service Assistant
- Location: Hurstpierpoint College, Hurst Street, Hassocks, West Sussex, BN6 9JS
- Pay: £12.90 per hour
- Hours: 40 hours per week
- Working Pattern: 5 out of 6 (Monday to Saturday)
- Shift Time: 7:00am- 3:30pm, 11:00am - 7:30pm and 8:00am - 4:30pm business dependent
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Steeped in over 175 years of tradition yet constantly evolving, Hurstpierpoint College is a vibrant and forward‑thinking community set in the heart of West Sussex. Founded in 1849 and still centred around its stunning early‑Gothic quadrangles, Hurst is now a thriving campus of 1,300 pupils and 480 staff, with state‑of‑the‑art facilities including a fully refurbished catering operation completed in 2022. Joining our catering team means becoming part of a welcoming, ambitious college where history, innovation and community spirit come together every day.
What You Do
Deliver quality food service
Monitor quality control
Prepare and present service areas
Attend daily service briefings
Maintain hygiene and cleaning standards
Support hospitality catering
What You Bring
Strong customer service focus
Attention to hygiene and presentation
Reliability and professionalism
Team spirit
Commitment to safety
Flexibility for events and functions
What We Offer
- Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it’s a chance to be part of something greater. You’ll belong to 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.
- Unlimited access to an online platform offering mental health and wellbeing support.
- Employee Assistance Programme to help with everyday issues or larger problems where you may need additional support, including legal and financial advice and support with work-related or personal issues such as bereavement.
- Access to a free health and wellbeing app that provides rewards for maintaining a healthy lifestyle and includes access to a 24-hour virtual GP and various other services.
- The Sodexo Discounts Scheme, offering great deals 24/7 (also open to friends and family) and/or the prepayment cashback card.
- Money insights and financial benefits via the Salary Finance Platform.
- Save for your future by becoming a member of the Sodexo Retirement Plan.
- A death in service benefit for colleagues who pass away while employed by Sodexo.
- Opportunities for growth and success throughout your career at Sodexo, including a variety of learning and development tools.
- Cycle to Work Scheme to help colleagues contribute to the environment while keeping fit.
- Volunteering opportunities to enable all colleagues to support worthwhile causes in our communities.
- A flexible and dynamic work environment.
- Competitive compensation.
- Full training and full protective uniform supplied.
Ready to be part of something greater? Apply today!
Sodexo and our clients are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Certain roles will require applicants to undergo screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (UK) and/or Disclosure Scotland (Scotland).
Note:
Sodexo reserves the right to close this advert early if we receive 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.
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