Food Service Assistant

Sodexo; England; Remote; GBP 18,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly pay

Flexible shift patterns

Full training and ongoing support

Opportunities to learn new skills

Inclusive workplace culture

Be part of a team serving students and

Job summary

Sodexo at LVS Ascot is seeking a friendly Food Service Assistant to join our catering team. The role involves supporting the preparation and service of meals, presenting food, maintaining hygiene, and delivering a welcoming dining experience to students, staff and visitors.

Hours are 27.5 per week, Monday to Friday, 8.30am to 2.30pm, at LVS Ascot, SL5 8DR. The role requires 18+ and may involve lone working; full training provided and opportunities to develop hospitality skills within a

Qualifications

• Experience in catering, hospitality or food service is desirable.
• Food Hygiene Certificate is advantageous, though training can be provided.
• Enhanced DBS check is required for all successful applicants.
• Role involves lone working and safeguarding requirements (18+).

Responsibilities

• Assist with preparation and service of fresh, high-quality food.
• Present food attractively and serve to high standards.
• Assist with basic food prep and daily kitchen operations.
• Maintain cleanliness, food safety and hygiene.
• Receive deliveries and rotate stock.
• Provide a warm, professional customer experience.
• Support school events and hospitality functions.
• Assist with portion control and minimizing waste.
• Work with colleagues to ensure smooth service.
• Share ideas to improve service and dining experience.

Skills

Communication

Customer service

Teamwork

Organisation

Attention to detail

Reliability

Flexibility

Education

Food Hygiene Certificate

Job description

Position Food Service Assistant

Location LVS Ascot, London Road, Ascot, SL5 8DR

Hours 27.5 hours per week - Monday to Friday 8.30am - 2.30pm

Pay Rate £13.15 per hour

Be Part of Something More Than a Meal Service

At LVS Ascot, every meal served helps create a positive experience for our students, staff and visitors. We're looking for friendly, reliable and enthusiastic Food Service Assistants to join our welcoming catering team and play an important role in the daily life of our vibrant school community.

This is more than a food service role. It's an opportunity to work in a supportive environment where teamwork, pride in delivering great service and making a difference every day are genuinely valued.

Whether you have previous catering experience or are looking to build a career in hospitality, we'd love to hear from you.

Please note: This role involves lone working. Due to health and safety and safeguarding requirements, applicants must be aged 18 or over.

What You'll Be Doing

As a Food Service Assistant, you'll be helping to create a positive dining experience for students, staff and visitors by:

• Supporting the preparation and service of fresh, high-quality food
• Presenting food attractively and serving it to the highest standards
• Assisting with basic food preparation and day-to-day kitchen operations
• Maintaining excellent standards of cleanliness, food safety and hygiene
• Receiving deliveries and ensuring stock is stored and rotated correctly
• Providing a warm, professional and welcoming customer experience
• Supporting school events, hospitality functions and special occasions
• Assisting with portion control and helping to minimise food waste
• Working closely with colleagues to ensure smooth service throughout the day
• Sharing ideas that help improve service standards and enhance the dining experience

What We're Looking For

We're seeking people who enjoy working with others, take pride in doing a great job and bring positive energy to their team.

You'll Ideally Have:

• A positive, can-do attitude
• Strong communication and customer service skills
• Good organisation and attention to detail
• The ability to work well in a busy environment
• A reliable and flexible approach
• A commitment to maintaining high standards
• Previous experience in catering, hospitality or food service (desirable but not essential)
• A Food Hygiene Certificate (advantageous, although full training can be provided)
• An Enhanced DBS check will be required for all successful applicants.

Why Join Sodexo at LVS Ascot?

When you join Sodexo, you're joining a global organisation that believes people are at the heart of everything we do.

At LVS Ascot, you'll become part of a supportive team where your contribution is recognised and valued every day.

What You'll Enjoy:

• Competitive hourly pay
• Flexible shift patterns and hours available
• Full training and ongoing support
• Opportunities to learn new skills and develop your career
• A welcoming and inclusive workplace culture
• The chance to make a real difference to the daily lives of students and staff
• Working in a beautiful school environment in Ascot
• Being part of a team that takes pride in delivering exceptional service
• No two days are quite the same, but every day offers the opportunity to work with great people, deliver an excellent service and be part of a team that genuinely enjoys what they do.

About Sodexo

We're proud to be a Disability Confident Leader and committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.

Sodexo and LVS Ascot are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Successful applicants will be required to undergo the appropriate pre-employment checks, including references and Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) screening.

Sodexo reserves the right to close this vacancy early should we receive a high volume of applications.

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