Food Service Assistant

Sodexo; Salisbury; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-the-job training

Funded apprenticeships

Career development

Wellbeing resources

Financial benefits

Career growth

Cycle to work

Flexible work

Job summary

Sodexo is hiring a Front of House Food Service Assistant at Larkhill Garrison, Larkhill, SP4 8QT. You will support military personnel with dining experiences on a Ministry of Defence base, helping to ensure a positive and efficient service.

The role offers on-the-job training, progression via apprenticeships, and a range of wellbeing and financial benefits within a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• 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.

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.

Job description

• 37.5 hours per week
• 5 out of 7 per week - Monday to Friday Shifts - Early - 06:00 - 14:00, Late - 10:30 - 18:30 Saturday & Sunday - 09:30 - 17:30
• £12.71 per hour
• Free Car parking

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Job Description:

As a Front of House Food Service Assistant with Sodexo at Larkhill Garrison, Larkhill, SP4 8QT. 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.

Key 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.

What You'll Need:

• 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.

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 company that 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