Food Services Assistant
Be part of something greater.
- Job reference: SDX/TP/1117004/162608
- Location: Telford
- Job type: Part Time - 20 hours per week
- Salary: £12.71 Per hour
- Closing date: 16 October 2026
About the role
- 20 hours per week
- Monday - Friday 0730 - 1430
- £12.71 per hour
- Sodexo Rewards
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Job Introduction
We’re looking for a friendly, reliable and flexible Food Service Assistant to join our catering team.
You’ll support the delivery of high-quality food and hospitality services across the kitchen, café and dining areas, helping to create a clean, welcoming and professional environment for customers, visitors and colleagues.
This is a varied role where you’ll support food and beverage service, barista duties, till operation, cleaning, stock management and general catering activities.
Key Responsibilities:
- Prepare, serve and replenish food, beverages and catering products.
- Provide friendly and professional customer service.
- Operate coffee machines and provide barista services.
- Operate tills and follow cash-handling procedures.
- Support click & collect services through the Everyday App.
- Maintain high standards of cleanliness, hygiene and presentation.
- Complete cleaning schedules and carry out pot wash duties.
- Receive, check, store and rotate stock using FIFO principles.
- Monitor and record food storage temperatures.
- Follow Food Safety, HACCP, COSHH and Health & Safety procedures.
- Report equipment faults, hazards and maintenance issues promptly.
- Maintain clean, safe and organised catering and storage areas.
- Complete required records, checklists and documentation accurately.
- Support colleagues and work flexibly across the catering operation.
- Attend training, team briefings and meetings as required.
What We’re Looking For:
- Has excellent customer service and communication skills.
- Works well both independently and as part of a team.
- Is organised, reliable and able to prioritise tasks.
- Has a positive and flexible approach to changing operational needs.
- Understands the importance of Food Safety and Health & Safety.
- Has good attention to detail and basic numeracy and literacy skills.
- Is comfortable with physical duties, including standing, lifting and handling stock.
- Takes pride in maintaining high standards of cleanliness and presentation.
Desirable Experience
Previous experience in catering, hospitality, food service, café or customer service.
- Barista or coffee machine experience.
- Till and cash-handling experience.
- Knowledge of Food Safety, HACCP or COSHH.
- Food Safety/Hygiene or Manual Handling training.
- Experience within a corporate, government, public sector or commercial catering environment.
Previous experience is beneficial, but a positive attitude, willingness to learn and commitment to excellent customer service are equally important.
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
Ready to be part of something greater? Apply today!
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.
Telford, United Kingdom, TF3 4LR
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