Food Service Assistant

Sodexo Ltd; England; On-site; AUD 29,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly pay

Flexible shift patterns

Full training and ongoing support

Career development opportunities

Inclusive workplace culture

Make a real difference in students'日

Job summary

Sodexo Ltd at LVS Ascot is seeking a Food Service Assistant to join a friendly catering team at a busy school site. You’ll help prepare and serve meals, maintain high hygiene standards and support events. The role is 27.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, with training provided and DBS checks required.

Previous catering experience is welcome but not essential; a Food Hygiene Certificate is advantageous. Join a values-driven team delivering great service in a welcoming environment.

Qualifications

• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Good organisation and attention to detail.
• Ability to work well in a busy environment.
• Reliable and flexible approach.
• Commitment to maintaining high standards.
• Experience in catering, hospitality or food service is desirable but not essential.
• Food Hygiene Certificate is advantageous; training can be provided.

Responsibilities

• Assist with preparation and service of fresh, high-quality food.
• Present food attractively and serve to high standards.
• Help with basic food preparation and day-to-day kitchen operations.
• Maintain cleanliness, food safety and hygiene standards.
• Receive deliveries and manage stock storage and rotation.
• Provide a warm, professional and welcoming customer experience.
• Support school events and functions.
• Assist with portion control and reducing food waste.
• Work with colleagues to ensure smooth service throughout the day.
• Share ideas to improve service quality.

Skills

Strong communication

Customer service

Organisation

Attention to detail

Busy environment

Reliability

Flexibility

High standards

Catering experience

Food Hygiene certificate

Job description

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:

• 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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Ready to join us?

If you're looking for a role where you'll be valued, supported and part of a friendly team in a fantastic school environment, we'd love to hear from you.