Food service assistant

Sodexo; Ewelme; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 17,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wellbeing support

Financial benefits: discounts, salary/

Career growth: apprenticeships and dev

Cycle to Work Scheme

Job summary

Sodexo is recruiting a Hospitality Assistant to support personnel at RAF Benson, Wallingford, Ewelme. You will help set up dining areas, serve meals, and maintain a clean, welcoming dining environment on an MOD base.

No prior experience is required; training is provided. You’ll work as part of a supportive team, delivering reliable service and adhering to health and safety standards. On-site roles offer career growth and wellbeing benefits.

Qualifications

• Dining area setup and service tasks on a MOD base.
• Ability to provide friendly, professional service to personnel.
• Willingness to learn and adapt; no prior experience required.

Responsibilities

• Dining Area Setup: prepare dining areas, functions and meeting spaces before service.
• Food Service & Replenishment: serve meals and replenish food stations during service.
• Customer Interaction: provide professional and courteous service to military personnel.
• Cleaning & Hygiene: maintain cleanliness and hygiene of workstations and dining areas.
• Event Support: assist with special events and functions to ensure smooth operations.
• Teamwork: collaborate with colleagues to complete tasks efficiently.

Skills

Customer service

Teamwork

Communication

Reliability

Hospitality

Job description

As a Hospitality Assistant with Sodexo at RAF Benson, Wallingford, Ewelme, OX106AA You'll play an important role in supporting military personnel on a Ministry of Defence (MOD) base. Your day-to-day interactions will directly impact the experience of those serving, ensuring they have a positive and efficient dining experience. KeyResponsibilities:

• 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.
• 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