Food Service Assistant

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

Job summary

A well-known service provider in Bristol is seeking a Food Service Assistant to contribute to a fast-paced kitchen operation at Almondsbury Primary School. Responsibilities include meal preparation and maintaining hygiene standards. The ideal candidate should be reliable, able to work under pressure, and enjoy being part of a team. The role offers competitive pay at £12.21 per hour and includes various employee benefits.

Benefits

Flexible work environment

Employee Assistance Programme

Health and wellbeing app

Discounts Scheme

Retirement Plan

Full protective uniform

Full training provided

Volunteering opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar environment (helpful but not a deal breaker).
• Ability to adopt a dedicated and orderly approach.

Responsibilities

• Prepare meals for school team and pupils.
• Keep kitchen areas stocked, clean, and hygienic.

Skills

Teamwork

Punctuality

Communication

Pressure handling

Job description

Overview

As Food Service Assistant for Sodexo at Almondsbury Primary School, Almondsbury, Bristol, you will be contributing towards the smooth running of a fast-paced food and beverage operation. You will be responsible for showcasing what the kitchen supplies, presenting it in an eye-catching way, ensuring we are offering the best service possible. You will work reasonable hours with public holidays off, including Christmas.

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

What you do

• Prepare delicious meals for our school team and pupils.
• Keep the kitchen and serving areas stocked, clean and hygienic always.
• Support the loading and unloading of supply and delivery vehicles.
• Observe food handling and hygiene regulations.
• Follow health and safety guidelines.
• Ensure that all machines and equipment are operated correctly.
• Always uphold the reputation of the company.

What you bring

• Have a great sense of teamwork.
• Show that you can adopt a dedicated and orderly approach.
• Show that you can prioritise your work, handle pressure, and communicate well at all levels.
• Show impeccable punctuality and dependability.
• Experience in a similar environment (helpful but not a deal breaker).

What we offer

• Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it’s a chance to be part of something greater. You’ll belong in 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.
• In addition, we offer a range of resources, rewards and benefits for our colleagues and their families:
• Unlimited access to an online platform offering mental health and wellbeing support.
• Employee Assistance Programme for everyday issues or larger problems, including legal and financial advice and support with work-related or personal issues.
• Access to a free health and wellbeing app with rewards for maintaining a healthy lifestyle, including a 24hr virtual GP and additional services.
• The Sodexo Discounts Scheme, offering great deals 24/7 (open to friends and family) and/or a 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 to grow and succeed throughout your career at Sodexo, including learning and development tools.
• Cycle to Work Scheme to help colleagues contribute to the environment while staying active.
• Volunteering opportunities to support worthwhile causes in our communities.
• 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).

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

Package Description

• £12.21 per hour
• Working pattern: Monday - Friday
• Term Time only (39 week Working Contract paid over 52 weeks)

Equated pay (spread-over pay) is a method of paying you for your contracted hours, working weeks and holiday pay spread over 12 months. Further information will be supplied at interview stage.

About The Company

About Sodexo

At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better everyday life for everyone. We are a global leader in services that improve Quality of Life, operating in 55 countries and serving over 100 million consumers daily through On-Site Food and FM Services, Benefits & Rewards Services, and Personal & Home Services.

We are committed to being an inclusive employer. We welcome applications from diverse backgrounds and experiences. We encourage involvement with Employee Networks such as Pride, Sodexo Parents & Carers, Sodexo Disability, Ability Network, So Together, Generations and Origins.

We’re a Disability Confident Leader employer and run a Disability Confident interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria for the job. Click here to read more about our inclusive culture.