General Assistant

Job Introduction

Job Description

Healthy outcomes start with positive patientexperiences.

• 15 hours per week, Weekend Shifts
• £12.21 per hour + any enhancements 
• Uniform / Blue Light Card / Perks 
• Location is Nuffield Health Essex

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Job Introduction

This job puts good food on the table.

As a GeneralCatering Assistant at Sodexo in Nuffield Health, you’ll play an important part in preparing andserving nutritious, comforting meals that support patient recovery andwellbeing. You’ll also help maintain aclean, safe environment in the kitchen and dining areas. With a cheerfulattitude and great customer service, your presence can make a real differencein someone’s day. Join Sodexo and be partof something greater. You belong in a team where you can act with purpose andthrive in your way. 

What you’ll do:

• Accurately take and record patient and visitor refreshment orders, including allergies and dietary needs.
• Assemble and deliver meals promptly, ensuring patients are comfortable and assisted as needed.
• Maintain hygiene by cleaning all crockery, cutlery, trays, and kitchen areas to infection control standards.
• Manage stock control, storage, rotation, and documentation; report equipment faults and delays.
• Assist with food preparation, including special diets, and support all catering areas as required.
• Communicate professionally and courteously, follow all policies, and work safely with minimal waste.

What you bring:

• Previous experience in similar role  
• Excellent craft and presentation skills
• Good communication and literacy skills
• Good customer focus with attention to detail
• Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate

What we offer: 

Working at Sodexo isn’t just a job — it’s a chance tomake a difference every day. You'll be part of a supportive team, act withpurpose, and thrive in a role where your work matters. We also offer a range ofbenefits to support you and your loved ones:

• Mental health and wellbeing resources
• Employee Assistance Programme (including financial/legal advice & personal support)
• Free health & wellbeing app with 24/7 virtual GP access
• Discounts on high street brands for you and your family
• Salary finance tools and financial wellbeing resources
• Retirement savings plan and life insurance
• Full training and protective uniform provided.
• Opportunities to gain experience through learning and development.
• Cycle to Work scheme & volunteering opportunities.
• Flexible working and a dynamic team environment
• Competitive pay

Ready to be part of something greater? Apply now andbring your energy, purpose, and passion to Sodexo.

We may close this advert early if wereceive a high number of applications — so don’t wait!

AboutSodexo 

At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better every dayfor everyone to build a better life for all. As the global leader in services thatimprove the Quality of Life, we operate in 55 countries, serving over 100million consumers each day through our unique combination of On-Site Food andFM Services, Benefits & Rewards Services and Personal & Home Services. 

We are committed to being an inclusive employer. Weare a forces friendly employer. We welcome and encourage applications from peoplewith a diverse variety of experiences, backgrounds, and identities. We encourage our employees to get involved with ourEmployee Networks such as Pride, Sodexo Parents & Carers, SodexoDisability, Ability network, So Together, Generations and Origins.

We’re a Disability Confident Leader employer. We’re committed tochanging attitudes towards disability, and making sure disabled people have thechance to fulfil their aspirations. We run a DisabilityConfident interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet theminimum selection criteria for the job.

Click here to read more about what we do to promote an inclusiveculture.

Sodexo Disability, Ability network, So Together,Generations and Origins.