Front Of House Assistant

Be part of something greater.
  • Job reference: SDX/TP/1964195/158049
  • Location: Cambridge
  • Job type: Full Time - 40 hours per week
  • Salary: £13.45 per hour plus Sodexo Benefits
  • Closing date: 12 June 2026
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About the role

  • 40 hours per week
  • £13.45 per hour
  • 5 days out of 7 (Mon to Fri with 1 - 2 weekends per month)
  • 8 hour shifts to be worked, scheduled between the hours of Mon - Fri 7am to 8:30pm, Sat & Sun 8am –4:30pm
  • Saturday paid at time and a half (£20.17 per hour)
  • Sunday paid at double time (£26.90 per hour)
  • Free use of on site gym
  • Free Meal on Shift
  • Free hot and cold beverages on site
  • 50% off travel pass to work
  • Free use of scooters and e-bikes within the Cambridge area to travel to and from work
  • You must be over 18 to apply for this rule due to alcohol licensing laws
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Front of House Assistant - Cambridge Biomedical Campus, CB2 0AA - Permanent Full Time

Make a fresh start in a company that cares.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join Sodexo, a global leader in Facilities Services with over 430,000 colleagues worldwide, working at the state of the art Global Headquarters of the leading BioPharmaceutical company in the UK at the Cambridge Biomedical Campus.

You'll be working at a fabulous cafe which is open to staff and to local residents. We serve fabulous food and drinks including Coffees, smoothies, beers and cocktails.

What you'll do:

  • Deliver a professional front of house service with a strong focus on customer care and Sodexo standards
  • Support the preparation, presentation, and service of food and beverages, including accurate till operation and transactions
  • Varied role working across the Cafe and events spaces for conferences, quizzes, community events, open mic nights, murder mystery, Christmas events etc
  • Maintain high standards of cleanliness and hygiene across all front of house, dining, and service areas
  • Monitor and replenish stock, assist with deliveries, and ensure food safety procedures are followed and recorded correctly
  • Comply with all health & safety, hygiene, fire safety, and COSHH regulations while reporting incidents or feedback promptly

What you'll bring:

  • Previous experience of working in a hospitality or retail environment preferred
  • Strong customer service skills with a professional and approachable manner
  • Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, standards-driven environment
  • Good communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively as part of a team
  • Proactive, reliable, and hands-on approach with excellent attention to detail
  • You must be over 18 due to serving alcohol

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

  • 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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