Catering Assistant

Sodexo Group; Atherstone; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Catering Assistant, where you will play a vital role in delivering quality food services to the community. This position offers sociable hours and a supportive work environment. With a focus on teamwork and dependability, you'll ensure that meals are prepared and served to high standards. Enjoy benefits such as mental health resources, career development opportunities, and a flexible work environment. If you're ready to contribute to a meaningful mission and grow your career, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Mental Health Resources

Employee Assistance Programme

Health and Wellbeing App

Sodexo Discounts Scheme

Financial Benefits and Retirement Plans

Career Development Opportunities

Cycle to Work Scheme

Volunteering Opportunities

Flexible Work Environment

Protective Uniform Provided

Qualifications

• Ability to prioritize tasks and maintain hygiene standards.
• Experience in food handling and safety regulations is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Prepare meals and maintain cleanliness in kitchen areas.
• Support logistics and adhere to safety regulations.

Skills

Teamwork

Organizational Skills

Communication Skills

Dependability

Ability to Handle Pressure

Education

Experience in a Similar Environment

Job description

As Catering Assistant for Sodexo at St Benedict's, Church Walk, Atherstone, CV9 1PS, you will contribute to the smooth operation of a fast-paced food and beverage service. Your responsibilities include showcasing menu items attractively, maintaining hygiene standards, supporting logistics, and adhering to safety regulations. This role offers sociable hours and public holidays off, including Christmas.

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

What you do:

• Prepare meals for our school community.
• Keep the kitchen and serving areas clean and stocked.
• Support loading and unloading of supplies.
• Follow food handling, hygiene, and safety regulations.
• Operate equipment correctly and uphold the company's reputation.

What you bring:

• A great sense of teamwork.
• A dedicated, organized approach.
• Ability to prioritize, handle pressure, and communicate effectively.
• Punctuality and dependability.
• Experience in a similar environment is helpful but not essential.

What we offer:

Working with Sodexo means more than just a job; it's an opportunity to be part of something meaningful. We value you, support your growth, and offer a range of benefits, including:

• Access to mental health and wellbeing resources.
• Employee Assistance Programme for personal and work-related issues.
• A health and wellbeing app with rewards and virtual GP services.
• Sodexo Discounts Scheme and cashback options.
• Financial benefits and retirement plans.
• Opportunities for career development and training.
• Cycle to Work Scheme and volunteering opportunities.
• A flexible, dynamic work environment with competitive pay and full training, including protective uniform.

Ready to be part of something greater? Apply today!

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

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

Package Details

“A role that fits your life - and your family”

• £12.60 per hour
• 15 hours per week
• Working pattern: Monday-Friday (10:30-13:30)
• Term Time Only (39-week contract paid over 52 weeks, with spread-over pay)

Spread-over pay ensures consistent monthly pay throughout the year, including school holidays. Further details available at interview.

About Sodexo

Who we are

Sodexo aims to create a better everyday for everyone. Operating in 55 countries, we serve over 100 million people daily with services that enhance quality of life, including food, facilities management, benefits, and personal services.

We are committed to diversity and inclusion, supporting employee networks and being a Disability Confident Leader employer. We encourage applications from diverse backgrounds and those with disabilities, with schemes to support their employment journey.