Food Service Assistant
Be part of something greater.
- Job reference: SDX/TP/2245345/159961
- Location: Hurstpierpoint College, College Lane, Hurstpierpoint
- Job type: Part Time - 18 hours per week
- Salary: £13.01 per hour plus Sodexo Benefits
- Closing date: 07 August 2026
About the role
Contract
Perm - Part Time
Position
Food Service Assistant
Location
Hurstpierpoint College, College Lane, Hurstpierpoint, Hassocks,
Salary
£13.01
Days per week
5 out of 6 (Monday to Saturday). Evenings and Weekends (Saturday Day time) - various shift patterns available.
Hours
between 18 and 30 per week - variable and flexible
Working Pattern
Tuesday and Thursdays 17:00 - 22:00, Saturday 10:00 - 18:00, Monday, Wednesday and Thursday 16:00 - 20:00
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Hurstpierpoint College (known as Hurst) is a thriving co-educational day and boarding school for pupils aged 4 to 18, Located between Haywards Heath and Brighton, with excellent transport links to London and an extensive network of school transport services across Sussex, Surrey and Kent, Combining a rich heritage with a forward-thinking approach to education, Hurst provides an inspiring environment in which pupils and staff can flourish.
The College comprises a Junior Prep School, Senior Prep School, Senior School and Sixth Form, educating over 1,300 pupils. Alongside day places, Hurst offers flexible, weekly and full boarding options, creating a vibrant and diverse school community.
As an employer, Hurst is a welcoming and ambitious community of around 480 staff, united by a shared commitment to helping young people achieve their personal best and preparing them for success in their future lives and careers.
What You’ll Do
- Prepare food service areas and present food to high standards.
- Deliver a quality catering service in line with agreed procedures and schedules.
- Maintain clean, safe, and hygienic front and back of house areas.
- Follow cleaning schedules and food safety procedures.
- Assist with setting up and serving hospitality and catering events.
- Attend daily service briefings and support smooth service delivery.
- Complete quality checks and maintain service records where required.
- Provide excellent customer service to students, staff, and visitors.
- Follow health and safety procedures and report incidents or risks.
- Support special events and functions as required
What You Bring:
- A positive, friendly, and customer-focused approach.
- Strong communication and teamwork skills.
- A commitment to high standards of cleanliness and hygiene.
- The ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
- Reliability, flexibility, and a strong work ethic.
- Good awareness of health, safety, and food handling practices.
- A professional attitude and appearance.
- A willingness to learn and take part in training.
- The ability to follow procedures and work schedules accurately.
- A passion for delivering excellent service and creating positive customer experiences.
What We Offer:
A dynamic and supportive work environment
Competitive salary and benefits
Full training and protective uniform provided
Unlimited access to mental health and wellbeing support
Employee Assistance Programme for legal, financial, and personal support
Discounts, cashback schemes, and financial benefits
Career progression, learning opportunities, and apprenticeships
Cycle to Work Scheme and volunteering opportunities
At Sodexo, we believe everyone deserves a place to belong. This isn’t just a job, it’s a chance to be part of something bigger. If you’re ready to lead with passion and cook with purpose, we want to hear from you!
Apply today and help us create a brighter future!
Note: Sodexo and our clients are committed to safeguarding children. All roles require pre-employment screening, including DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) and past employer checks.
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.
Hurstpierpoint College, College Lane, Hurstpierpoint, United Kingdom, BN6 9JS
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