Food Service Assistant

Food Service Assistant

Location: Light Hall School Hathaway Road Shirley Solihull West Midlands B90 2PZ
Pay: £12.71 per hour
Hours: 16.25 hours per week
Working Pattern: Monday–Friday,10.45- 14.30 to include 0.50 hours break
Contract: Term Time Only – 39 weeks, Permanent, Part Time

A role that fits around your life

Are you an experienced catering or food service professional looking for a role with no weekend working and a great work-life balance?

Join Sodexo as a Food Service Assistant at Light Hall School and become part of a friendly catering team dedicated to providing great food and excellent service to students and staff.

Working Monday to Friday during school term time, this is a fantastic opportunity for someone who already has catering experience and is looking to bring their skills into an education environment.

You’ll play an important role in supporting the daily food service operation, helping to prepare and serve meals while maintaining high standards of food safety, cleanliness and customer service.

About the Role

As a Food Service Assistant, you’ll support the catering team throughout the daily meal service, helping ensure food is prepared, presented and served to a high standard.

You’ll work in a busy school environment, so we’re looking for someone who is confident working in catering and able to hit the ground running.

You’ll be working closely with the wider catering team to ensure students and staff receive a friendly, efficient and high-quality service.

What You’ll Do

• Assist with the preparation and serving of food and beverages
• Maintain clean, safe and hygienic kitchen and dining areas
• Replenish food displays and service counters as required
• Support deliveries and store supplies appropriately
• Follow food hygiene, health and safety procedures
• Provide a friendly and helpful service to customers, colleagues or visitors

What We’re Looking For

• A positive and reliable attitude
• Strong teamwork and communication skills
• Good organisation and attention to detail
• Ability to work in a busy environment and prioritise tasks
• Previous catering or food service experience is helpful but not essential, as full training will be provided

Previous experience working within a school or education catering environment would be desirable but is not essential.

What We Offer

Working with Sodexo is more than a job — it’s a chance to be part of a team where you’re valued and supported. We’re committed to helping our colleagues grow, feel well and succeed.

You’ll have access to wellbeing and mental health support, an Employee Assistance Programme for everyday advice and guidance, and a wellbeing app with rewards for healthy living and access to a 24/7 virtual GP.

We also offer colleague discounts for you, your friends and family, financial wellbeing tools, a retirement plan and life assurance. Alongside competitive pay, you’ll benefit from learning and development opportunities, volunteering initiatives, a Cycle to Work scheme, and a supportive working environment — with full training and uniform provided.

Additional Information

Term Time Only – Equated Pay
This role works 39 weeks per year. Your salary will be paid in equal monthly instalments across 12 months, meaning you receive consistent pay throughout the year, including during school closure periods.

Further details will be provided during the interview process.

Sodexo and our clients are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Certain roles will require applicants to undergo appropriate screening, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).

Sodexo reserves the right to close this advert early if we receive a high number of applications

Ready to be part of something greater?

Apply today and start your journey with Sodexo.

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