Casual Catering Assistant

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

Job summary

A renowned catering company in Horsham is seeking a Catering Assistant to join their team at Hurstpierpoint College. This role focuses on assisting with food service and maintaining hygiene in the kitchen environment. Candidates with a positive attitude and teamwork mentality are encouraged to apply. Full training and protective uniforms are provided, along with opportunities for personal growth and competitive compensation.

Benefits

Unlimited access to mental health support

Employee Assistance Programme

Health and wellbeing app

Competitive compensation

Cycle to Work Scheme

Volunteering opportunities

Qualifications

• Ability to spend up to eight hours a day working while standing.
• Basic food handling skills are preferred, however, not essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist with dining hall, counter setup and serving of hot and cold food.
• Sanitise and clean workstations and equipment.
• Engage with students in the dining, retail, and serving areas.

Skills

Professionalism

Teamwork mentality

Basic food handling skills

Positive outlook

Job description

Job Introduction

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 have years of experience and have 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 making sure that all work areas are kept clean and organised at all times as well as preparing and serving our various menus. Your positive attitude and 5 star customer service abilities is what will make you an indispensable part of everyone\'s daily life.

Join Sodexo andbe 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.
• Sanitise 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 the dining, retail, and serving areas
• Ensure all front and back of house food storage and equipment are kept clean, hygienic, and maintained.
• Undertake the monitoring of quality control systems e.g. job sign off sheets and schedules
• Ensure you attend the daily service briefing

What you bring:

• Professionalism, empathy, and a positive outlook on life
• A vital attribute is being able to demonstrate consistently a teamwork mentality.
• Basic food handling skills are preferred, however not essential.
• Ability to spend up to eight hours a day working while standing
• Food handing skills are preferable, however, not essential
• Please note you will have to have access to your own transportation to work at this site as there is NO public transport available to take you direct to 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 to a company and team that values you for you; you’ll act with purpose and have an impact through your everyday actions; and you’ll be able to thrive in your own way.
• Unlimited access to an online platform offering mental health and wellbeing support.
• Employee Assistance Programme to help with everyday issues or larger problems where you may need additional support, including legal and financial advice and support with work-related or personal issues such as bereavement.
• Access to a free health and wellbeing app that provides rewards for maintaining a healthy lifestyle and includes access to a 24-hour virtual GP and various other services.
• The Sodexo Discounts Scheme, offering great deals 24/7 (also open to friends and family) and/or the prepayment cashback card.
• Money insights and financial benefits via the Salary Finance Platform.
• Save for your future by becoming a member of the Sodexo Retirement Plan.
• A death in service benefit for colleagues who pass away while employed by Sodexo.
• Opportunities for growth and success throughout your career at Sodexo, including a variety of learning and development tools.
• Cycle to Work Scheme to help colleagues contribute to the environment while keeping fit.
• Volunteering opportunities to enable all colleagues to support worthwhile causes in our communities.
• A flexible and dynamic work environment.
• Competitive compensation.
• Full training and full protective uniform supplied.

Ready to be part of something greater? Apply today!

Sodexo and our clients are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Certain roles will require applicants to undergo screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (UK) and/or Disclosure Scotland (Scotland).

Note: Sodexo reserves the right to close this advert early if we receive a high number of applications.