Casual Catering Assistant

Sodexo; Hassocks; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a passionate catering team at Hurstpierpoint College as a Catering Assistant with Sodexo, where you will play a crucial role in ensuring a clean and organized dining experience. This position offers an opportunity for personal growth, a supportive environment, and the chance to showcase your customer service skills while serving delicious meals to students.

Benefits

Unlimited access to mental health and wellbeing support platforms.

Employee Assistance Programme.

Free health and wellbeing app.

Sodexo Discounts Scheme.

Financial benefits via the Salary Finance Platform.

Sodexo Retirement Plan membership.

Death in Service benefit.

Opportunities for growth and development.

Flexible work environment.

Competitive pay and full training provided.

Qualifications

• Basic food handling skills are preferred but not essential.
• Ability to work up to eight hours a day while standing.
• Access to own transportation required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with dining hall, counter setup, and serving of food.
• Sanitize and clean workstations and equipment.
• Engage with students in dining and serving areas.

Skills

Professionalism

Empathy

Positive Outlook

Teamwork

Job description

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Here at our iconic Hurstpierpoint College, Independents by Sodexo are offering a fantastic opportunity for a Catering Assistant to be welcomed into and become a part of our seasoned catering team.

The health and well-being of our students are at the heart of everything we do at Independents by Sodexo. We provide a delicious range of meals that not only fuels the body but also satisfies the intellect and spirit.

Our team at Hurstpierpoint College has years of experience and a naturally entrepreneurial and agile spirit, all while maintaining unwavering consistency.

The approach we take is founded on teamwork and is inspired by our rich heritage and cherished family values. This opportunity not only allows you to showcase your skills but also offers a chance for personal growth and possible career progression.

You are the face of the Catering Service operation as a Catering Assistant with Sodexo. This position involves ensuring that work areas are kept clean and organized, preparing and serving various menus. Your positive attitude and 5-star customer service skills will make you an indispensable part of everyone's daily life.

Join Sodexo and be part of something greater. You belong in a team where you can act with purpose and thrive in your own way.

What you’ll do:

• Assist with dining hall, counter setup, and serving of hot and cold food.
• Sanitize and clean workstations and equipment.
• At the conclusion of meal times, serve and replenish food from counters and steam tables and dismantle stations.
• Engage with students in dining, retail, and serving areas.

What you bring:

• Professionalism, empathy, and a positive outlook on life.
• A teamwork mentality is essential.
• Basic food handling skills are preferred but not essential.
• Ability to work up to eight hours a day while standing.
• Access to your own transportation is required, as there is no public transport available to this site.

What we offer:

Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it’s a chance to be part of something greater. You’ll belong in a company and team that values you, act with purpose, and thrive in your own way. We also offer a range of resources, rewards, and benefits:

• Unlimited access to mental health and wellbeing support platforms.
• Employee Assistance Programme for support with personal and work-related issues.
• A free health and wellbeing app with rewards, virtual GP, and other services.
• The Sodexo Discounts Scheme with deals and cashback options.
• Financial benefits via the Salary Finance Platform.
• Sodexo Retirement Plan membership.
• Death in Service benefit.
• Opportunities for growth and development.
• Cycle to Work Scheme.
• Volunteering opportunities.
• Flexible and dynamic work environment.
• Competitive pay and full training with protective uniform supplied.

Ready to be part of something greater? Apply today!

**Sodexo and our clients are committed to safeguarding children. Some roles require screening including DBS checks.**

*Sodexo reserves the right to close this advert early if we receive a high volume of applications.

Package Description

• Variable hours for day, evening, and weekend shifts.

Term time and non-term time, including summer school for 4 weeks from May 2025 until September and beyond. Free parking, meals on duty, working within a passionate catering team. Check local transport links. Pay is spread over 12 months, providing consistent monthly income.