Fixed Term Waiting Staff

Sodexo; Salisbury; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 19,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free car parking

Job summary

Sodexo at Larkhill Garrison, Salisbury, is hiring a Steward / Waiting Staff on a fixed-term contract to support military dining services on a MOD base. The role offers 37.5 hours per week with 5 days across 7, including early or late shifts.

You will help set up dining areas, serve meals, replenish stations, interact with customers, and assist with events while upholding health and safety standards and teamwork. No prior experience required, training provided.

Qualifications

• Hospitality or food service experience is helpful but not required.
• Ability to learn quickly in a fast-paced environment.
• Flexible availability, including weekends.

Responsibilities

• Dining Area Setup:Prepare dining areas, functions, and meeting spaces before service to ensure smooth and efficient operations.
• Food Service & Replenishment:Serve meals and replenish food stations as needed, ensuring everything is available and properly maintained throughout service.
• Customer Interaction:Provide professional and courteous service to military personnel in dining, retail, and other areas.
• Cleaning & Hygiene:Maintain cleanliness and hygiene by regularly sanitizing workstations, equipment, and dining areas in line with health and safety standards.
• Event Support:Assist with special events and functions, ensuring all aspects of service run smoothly and efficiently.
• Teamwork:Work closely with your team to ensure all tasks are completed efficiently and to the highest standard.

Skills

Professionalism & respect

No experience required

Reliability & flexibility

Job description

• Fixed term either 3 or 6 months
• 37.5 hours per week
• 5 out of 7 per week
• 0630-1430 or 1230-2030 split shifts if on weekend
  
• £12.71 per hour
• Free Car parking

Job Description:

As a Steward / Waiting Staffwith Sodexo atLarkhill Garrison, Larkhill, Salisbury, SP4 8QT. You'll play an important role in supporting military personnel on a Ministry of Defence (MOD) base. Your day-to-day interactions will directly impact the experience of those serving, ensuring they have a positive and efficient dining experience.

Key Responsibilities:

• Dining Area Setup:Prepare dining areas, functions, and meeting spaces before service to ensure smooth and efficient operations.
• Food Service & Replenishment:Serve meals and replenish food stations as needed, ensuring everything is available and properly maintained throughout service.
• Customer Interaction:Provide professional and courteous service to military personnel in dining, retail, and other areas.
• Cleaning & Hygiene:Maintain cleanliness and hygiene by regularly sanitizing workstations, equipment, and dining areas in line with health and safety standards.
• Event Support:Assist with special events and functions, ensuring all aspects of service run smoothly and efficiently.
• Teamwork:Work closely with your team to ensure all tasks are completed efficiently and to the highest standard.

What You'll Need:

• Professionalism and Respect:A positive attitude, strong communication skills, and respect for others in all interactions.
• No Experience Required:Previous hospitality or food service experience is helpful but not required. A willingness to learn and adapt is key.
• Reliability & Flexibility:Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changing needs.

What we offer:

• On-the-job training with experienced professionals
• Fully funded apprenticeship qualifications
• Career development opportunities within Sodexo
• A friendly and supportive work environment
• Wellbeing Support - Unlimited online resources, a free health app with 24/7 virtual GP, and an Employee Assistance Programme.
• Financial Benefits - Discounts for you and your family, salary finance support, retirement plan, and a death-in-service benefit.
• Career Growth - Apprenticeships, learning tools, and development opportunities.
• Work Perks - Cycle to Work Scheme, volunteering opportunities, flexible work, full training, and a protective uniform.

Join us and be part of a company that values its employees and offers real career growth opportunities.

Sodexo reserves the right to close this advert early if we are in receipt of a high number of applications