Micro Kitchen and Vending Operative

Be part of something greater.
  • Job reference: SDX/TP/2106002/160186
  • Location: 79 New Oxford Street
  • Job type: Full Time - 40 hours per week
  • Salary: £14.80 per hour plus Sodexo Benefits
  • Closing date: 14 August 2026
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About the role

  • 40 hours per week
  • Monday, Tuesday & Thursday: 7:30am – 4:00pm
  • Wednesday & Friday: 10:30am – 7:00pm
  • £14.80 per hour
  • Free use of the on-site fitness facilities
  • Free hot drinks and restaurant discounts
  • Opportunities for career development
  • Apprenticeships
  • Increased holiday allowance with length of service
  • Plus our Sodexo employee benefits package

Micro Kitchen & Vending Operative | GSK HQ, 79 New Oxford Street, London, United Kingdom, WC1A 1DG

Help create an exceptional workplace experience by keeping our refreshment spaces stocked, spotless and ready to enjoy.

At Sodexo, you'll belong in a team where attention to detail and excellent customer service make a real difference. We're looking for a proactive Micro Kitchen & Vending Operative to join our team at GSK HQ in Central London.

In this hands-on role, you'll be responsible for maintaining the site's micro kitchens, coffee stations and vending areas, ensuring they're clean, fully stocked and operating efficiently throughout the day. You'll take pride in creating welcoming refreshment spaces that provide an outstanding experience for GSK colleagues and visitors.

What you'll do

  • Refill vending machines and vending fridges with approved products
  • Ensure correct product placement, pricing and labelling
  • Rotate stock and remove expired or damaged products
  • Carry out stock takes and monitor stock levels
  • Clean vending machines internally and externally
  • Service and clean coffee machines
  • Replenish coffee beans, tea, milk, cups and other kitchen consumables
  • Maintain micro kitchens and refreshment areas to the highest standards
  • Operate, load and unload dishwashers
  • Ensure vending fridges meet food safety, temperature and cleanliness standards
  • Respond promptly to customer requests and ad-hoc tasks
  • Report equipment faults and maintenance issues
  • Follow food safety, health & safety and company procedures at all times

What you'll bring

  • Excellent customer service skills
  • Strong attention to detail and high standards of presentation
  • Ability to work independently and manage your workload
  • A proactive, reliable and organised approach
  • Good communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to work under pressure and prioritise tasks
  • Experience in vending, catering, hospitality or facilities services is desirable but not essential
  • Knowledge of food hygiene and health & safety procedures is beneficial
  • Pride in maintaining clean, welcoming and well-stocked environments

Why Sodexo?

Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it's a chance to be part of something greater.

  • Belong in a company and team that values you for you.
  • Act with purpose and have an impact through your everyday actions.
  • Thrive in your own way.

We also offer a range of perks, rewards and benefits for our colleagues and their families:

  • Unlimited access to an online wellbeing platform
  • Employee Assistance Programme
  • 24/7 Virtual GP Service
  • Sodexo Discounts Scheme
  • Company pension
  • Learning and development opportunities
  • Cycle to Work Scheme
  • Enhanced family-friendly and leave policies

A little more about Sodexo

At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better every day for everyone to build a better life for all. As the global leader in services that improve Quality of Life, we operate in 55 countries, serving over 100 million consumers every day through our unique combination of Food Services, Facilities Management and Workplace Solutions.

We're committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and are proud to be a Disability Confident Leader, Forces Friendly employer and supporter of Early Careers.

Ready to be part of something greater?

Join our team at GSK HQ and help deliver an exceptional workplace experience by ensuring our refreshment spaces are always clean, fully stocked and ready to welcome colleagues every day.

Sodexo reserves the right to close this advert early if we receive 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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Career Stories

  • "When I started, I'd barely held a screwdriver. Now, just three months in, I've done everything from angle grinding and SDS drilling to installing cable trays and replacing light fittings. I've even got my MEWP (Mobile Elevated Work Platform) course next week!"

    Alice, Sodexo Apprentice – Facilities Management

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