General Assistant
Be part of something greater.
- Job reference: SDX/TP/1324814/162061
- Location: Portsmouth
- Job type: Full Time - 36 hours per week
- Salary: £12.71 Per hour
- Closing date: 02 October 2026
About the role
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About the role:
As a General Assistant at Portsmouth Naval Base, you’ll play an important role in supporting the day-to-day operation of our facilities and helping us deliver a high standard of service to our customers.
You’ll be part of a friendly and supportive team, carrying out a variety of duties across the operation. No two days will necessarily be the same, so this role would suit someone who enjoys being hands-on, working as part of a team and taking pride in getting the job done to a high standard.
What you’ll do:
- Supporting the team with the day-to-day running of the operation
- Maintaining a clean, tidy and safe working environment
- Restocking shelves and ensuring stores and supplies are kept well stocked
- Checking and receiving deliveries and reporting any discrepancies
- Assisting with the movement and storage of stock
- Following food storage, handling and disposal procedures
- Completing cleaning duties in line with the required cleaning schedules
- Using cleaning equipment, machinery and chemicals safely and correctly
- Following all company, customer and site procedures
- Providing excellent customer service and maintaining positive relationships with customers and colleagues
- Taking care of equipment, stock and other resources
- Reporting accidents, near misses, faulty equipment or other issues to management
- Attending team briefings and training as required
- Carrying out any other reasonable duties as requested by your manager
What we’re looking for:
- Previous experience in a catering, retail or similar operational environment
- Good verbal and written communication skills
- The ability to work both independently and as part of a team
- Good attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining high standards
- A full clean driving licence
What we offer:
Join Sodexo for more than just a job—be part of something bigger. You'll belong, have purpose, and make an impact every day. We offer:
- 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 thrive in your own way!
Sodexo reserves the right to close this advert early if we are in receipt of a high number of applications
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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.
Portsmouth, United Kingdom, PO1 3HH
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