Food Service Assistant

Sodexo; Aston Clinton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A well-known service provider is seeking a Food Service Assistant/Waiter at RAF Halton in Aston Clinton. In this role, you will support military personnel by providing efficient dining services, including meal preparation and customer interaction. There’s no previous experience required, but a willingness to learn and adaptability are crucial. The position offers flexible working hours and a pay rate of £12.21 per hour along with various Sodexo benefits.

Benefits

On-the-job training

Fully funded apprenticeship qualifications

Career development opportunities

Wellbeing Support

Financial Benefits

Cycle to Work Scheme

Free car parking on site

Discounts at Sodexo Partner Brands

Qualifications

• No previous experience required, but hospitality experience is helpful.
• Willingness to learn and adapt is essential.
• Ability to count money.

Responsibilities

• Prepare dining areas, functions, and meeting spaces for service.
• Serve meals and maintain food stations throughout service.
• Provide professional and courteous service to customers.
• Maintain cleanliness and hygiene of workstations and dining areas.
• Assist with special events ensuring smooth service.
• Work closely with team members for task completion.
• Maintain professionalism and communicate respectfully.

Skills

Customer Interaction

Reliability

Flexibility

Teamwork

Job description

As a Food Service Assistant/Waiter with Sodexo at RAF Halton, Wendover, Aylesbury. HP22 5PG, you'll play an important role in supporting military personnel on a Ministry of Defense (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.
• 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.
• Ability to count money.
• Due to security requirements you must have been continuously resident in UK for last 3 years to apply for this position.
• £12.21 per hour + Sodexo Benefits.
• Working 5 days out of 7, various shifts between the hours of 5am and 7pm with occasional finishes of 24:00 for events on site.

Additional Information

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Benefits

• 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.
• 10% Staff discount in on-site shop.
• Free car parking on site.
• Reduced cost of on-site gym.
• Subsidised food available on site.
• Family Days on site.
• Enjoy a coffee and a cake at Chilton Cafe on site.
• Online Recognition Scheme (Reward Hub).
• Discounts at Sodexo Partner Brands.