Food Service Assistant

Sodexo Ltd; Carterton; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 19,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-the-job training

Fully funded apprenticeship

Career development opportunities

Wellbeing support

Financial benefits

Cycle to work

Flexible work

Job summary

Sodexo Ltd at RAF Brize Norton is seeking a motivated Food Service Assistant to support the catering team in delivering high-quality food service.

In a fast-paced environment you will assist with food preparation, service, and the use of digital ordering systems, while maintaining high standards of cleanliness and safety. Early mornings, evenings, and weekends are required. On-the-job training and career development opportunities are available within Sodexo.

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar role within the service industry.
• Experience working within a military environment.
• Level 1 Food Safety, HSWA and COSHH certificates.

Responsibilities

• Support the preparation, cooking, and service of food in line with approved recipes and menu cycles.
• Deliver friendly, efficient customer service in line with company standards.
• Maintain portion control, food quality, and presentation standards.
• Operate digital systems to ensure accurate and efficient transactions.
• Ensure food is served and held at correct temperatures, completing required checks.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and compliant FOH environment at all times.
• Attend team briefings and complete required training.
• Maintain high standards of personal hygiene, uniform, and PPE compliance.
• Report hazards, near misses, accidents, or faulty equipment promptly.
• Complete opening and closing procedures, ensuring security requirements are met.
• Communicate effectively with managers, colleagues, customers, and client representatives.
• Undertake any other reasonable duties as directed by management.

Skills

Customer service

Food handling

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Level 1 Food Safety

HSWA

COSHH

Tools

Digital ordering system

Job description

Job Description:

We are looking for a motivated and customer-focused

Food Service Assistantto support our catering team at

RAF Brize Norton in delivering a high-quality food service.

The General food service assistant supports the smooth day to day operation of a digital cafe by providing excellent customer service, preparing and serving food, maintain high standards of cleanliness.

The role involves working in a fast-paced environment, including food preparation, cleaning, customer service and use of digital ordering and payment system. The position involves early mornings, evenings, weekends .

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the preparation, cooking, and service of food in line with approved recipes and menu cycles
• Deliver friendly, efficient customer service in line with company standards
• Maintain portion control, food quality, and presentation standards
• Operate digital systems to ensure accurate and efficient transactions
• Ensure food is served and held at correct temperatures, completing required checks
• Maintain a clean, safe, and compliant FOH environment at all times
• Attend team briefings and complete required training
• Maintain high standards of personal hygiene, uniform, and PPE compliance
• Report hazards, near misses, accidents, or faulty equipment promptly
• Complete opening and closing procedures, ensuring security requirements are met
• Communicate effectively with managers, colleagues, customers, and client representatives
• Undertake any other reasonable duties as directed by management

What You’ll Need:

Experience in a similar role within the service industry

Experience working within a military environment

Level 1 Food Safety, HSWA, and COSHH certificates

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 companythat 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