Food Service Assistant

Sodexo; Liverpool City Region; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A prominent service organization is seeking a Food Service Assistant/Waiter at RAF Halton. In this role, you'll support military personnel by ensuring efficient service in dining areas while maintaining hygiene standards. The position offers £12.21 per hour, flexible shifts, and various benefits including employee discounts, onsite gym, and career development. Reliable and adaptable candidates with strong communication skills are encouraged to apply for this rewarding opportunity in a supportive environment.

Benefits

10% staff discount in on-site shop

Free car parking

Reduced cost of on-site gym

Subsidised food available on site

Family days on site

Online recognition scheme

On-the-job training

Fully funded apprenticeship qualifications

Wellbeing support

Financial benefits

Cycle-to-work scheme

Volunteering opportunities

Qualifications

• Previous hospitality or food service experience is helpful but not required.
• Must have been continuously resident in the UK for the last 3 years.

Responsibilities

• Prepare dining areas and functions for service.
• Serve meals and ensure food stations are replenished.
• Provide professional service to military personnel.
• Maintain hygiene and cleanliness at workstations.

Skills

Reliability

Flexibility

Communication Skills

Job description

As a Food Service Assistant/Waiter with Sodexo at RAF Halton, Wendover, Aylesbury (HP22 5PG), you will support military personnel on a Ministry of Defence (MOD) base. Your day‑to‑day interactions directly impact those serving, ensuring a positive and efficient dining experience.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Security Requirement: Must have been continuously resident in the UK for the last 3 years to apply.
• Working 5 days out of 7, various shifts between 5 am and 7 pm with occasional finishes of 24:00 for on‑site events.

Compensation & Benefits

• £12.21 per hour + Sodexo benefits.
• 10 % staff discount in on‑site shop.
• Free car parking on site.
• Reduced cost of on‑site gym.
• Subsidised food available on site.
• Family days on site.
• Enjoy a coffee and a cake at Chilton Café on site.
• Online recognition scheme (Reward Hub).
• Discounts at Sodexo partner brands.
• 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 company that values its employees and offers real career growth opportunities.