Head Steward
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- Job reference: SDX/TP/1324814/156174
- Location: Larkhill
- Job type: Full Time - 37.5 hours per week
- Salary: £13.46 per hour
- Closing date: 24 April 2026
About the role
- 37.5 hours per week
- 5 out of 7 per week
- Earlies, Lates & Weekend Shifts
- £13.46 per hour
- Free Car parking
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Job Description:
We are currently recruiting for an experienced and motivated Head Steward / Waiter / Waitress to join our team at Larkhill Garrison. This is a key supervisory role responsible for delivering a high-quality dining service that meets both MOD and company standards, while leading, motivating, and developing a dedicated team.
As Head Steward, you will take responsibility for the smooth day-to-day operation of the dining service, ensuring excellent standards of cleanliness, hygiene, customer service, and compliance. You will work closely with the Mess Manager to deliver first-class service for daily meals and formal functions.
What you’ll do:
Maintain the highest standards of cleanliness, hygiene, and presentation across all dining areas
Supervise, motivate, and develop dining room staff to deliver excellent customer service
Allocate weekly work schedules to ensure efficiency and task completion
Monitor daily performance and standards within the team
Train new staff, including on-the-job and chemical safety training
Ensure compliance with Health & Safety, Food Safety, and COSHH regulations
Roster staff, maintain discipline, and report staffing issues to the Mess Manager
Ensure dining service meets client requirements, including service style and meal timings
Assist with function planning, including staffing, equipment preparation, and disposables
Act as Maitre D’ during functions, ensuring smooth service and client satisfaction
Oversee correct use, storage, and control of equipment, machinery, and cleaning materials
Ensure crockery, cutlery, silverware, and EPNS are clean and presentable before use
Maintain quality control procedures and promote continuous improvement
Be present during meal times to ensure smooth service and positive customer relations
What you bring:
Proven experience in a supervisory or head steward role within catering or hospitality
Strong leadership and communication skills
High standards of personal hygiene and professional presentation
Sound knowledge of Health & Safety, Food Safety, and COSHH regulations
Ability to work effectively in a structured, client-focused environment
A proactive approach to problem-solving and team development
What we offer:
- 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.
At Sodexo, we pride ourselves on creating a positive and inclusive environment. Join us in helping improve the quality of life for our armed forces personnel while gaining valuable experience in a dynamic hospitality setting.
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
For holidays, care needs or major life events, we’ll help you rest and recharge. -
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.
Larkhill, United Kingdom, SP4 7QT
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