Food Service Assistant

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

Job summary

Join a vibrant culinary team at a prestigious institution where you will play a key role in delivering high-quality meals. As a Food Service Assistant, you will ensure that students and staff enjoy nutritious dining experiences while adhering to food safety standards. This position offers the chance to work in a supportive environment with opportunities for personal growth and development. If you are passionate about food service and want to make a difference in the community, this role is perfect for you. Apply today and be part of something special!

Benefits

Wellbeing & Support

Employee Assistance Programme

Exclusive Discounts

Financial Perks

Career Development

Work-Life Balance

Volunteering Opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in catering or hospitality, ideally in a school setting.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and present food while ensuring cleanliness and safety.
• Serve customers promptly and maintain a positive dining experience.
• Assist with catering functions and report any issues to management.

Skills

Catering Experience

Customer Service

Food Hygiene Knowledge

Communication Skills

Teamwork

Flexibility

Job description

Join Our Culinary Team at LVS Ascot!

At Sodexo, we believe that exceptional dining experiences start with passionate people. We are looking for a Food Service Assistant to join our vibrant catering team at LVS Ascot, where you will play a crucial role in delivering fresh, high-quality meals in a prestigious environment.

The Role

We are seeking a dedicated Food Service Assistant to support the daily catering operations at LVS Ascot, one of the UK's most distinguished independent schools. Nestled in the heart of Ascot, this historic institution is celebrated for its academic excellence, rich traditions, and vibrant student community. You will be an essential part of the team, ensuring that students and staff enjoy nutritious, well-prepared meals.

• Location: LVS Ascot, Ascot, SL5 8DR

• Contract Type: Term Time Only

• Shift Pattern: Monday-Friday (11.30am - 8pm)

• Hours: 40 hours per week

• Rate of Pay: £12.21 per hour

What You'll Be Doing

• Prepare and present food to the notified standard, ensuring the ethos of Fresh Food from Scratch is followed.

• Ensure all work areas and surfaces are clean and tidy as is practical at all times, especially at the end of the day/shift.

• Serve customers in a quick, polite manner ensuring good customer service at all times.

• Replenish food and equipment to ensure an efficient and seamless service.

• Complete any administration as requested including food temperatures, cleaning schedules, delivery temperatures, stock takes etc.

• Ensure that all food is prepared with due care and attention, particularly in regards to special dietary requirements, allergens and shelf life.

• Maintain the kitchen in a clean, organized manner and follow all food safety and health and safety policies and procedures.

• Complete all cleaning schedules to the agreed standard.

• Raise any issues to the Head Chef or Catering Manager in a timely manner.

• Report any incidents of accident, near miss, fire, loss, theft, damage, unfit food or any other irregularities.

• Work at school events, as required, with occasional evening and weekend work.

• Assist with the set up, service, clearing and cleaning of function catering as requested.

What You'll Bring

• Experience in a catering or hospitality role, ideally within a school or large-scale food service environment.

• A passion for food service and providing a positive dining experience.

• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

• Knowledge of food hygiene and safety regulations.

• Flexibility to work a variety of shifts, including weekends if required.

What's In It For You?

Joining Sodexo means being part of a supportive and rewarding work environment. We offer a range of benefits, including:

• Wellbeing & Support: Access to an online platform for mental health and wellbeing support.

• Employee Assistance Programme: Legal and financial advice, plus support for personal issues such as bereavement.

• Exclusive Discounts: Sodexo's Discounts Scheme (also open to friends & family!).

• Financial Perks: Salary Finance Platform and Sodexo Retirement Plan.

• Career Development: Training, apprenticeships, and opportunities for growth.

• Work-Life Balance: Flexible working arrangements in a dynamic environment.

• Giving Back: Volunteering opportunities to support the community.

Be Part of Something Special!

This is more than just a job - it's a chance to contribute to a prestigious institution, work in a friendly team, and make a real difference to the dining experience at LVS Ascot. Apply today and become part of the Sodexo family!

Safeguarding & Inclusion

Sodexo and our clients are dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Certain roles require applicants to undergo background checks, including Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) screening.

We are also a Disability Confident Leader employer, committed to creating an inclusive workplace for all.

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