Food Service Assistant

Sodexo Ltd; Wallingford; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food service company is looking for a dedicated Food Service Assistant to join their team in Wallingford. You will provide excellent customer service, maintain dining areas, and assist with events. The ideal candidate is over 18, has strong attention to detail and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment. The role includes several benefits focused on wellbeing and discounts.

Benefits

Mental health & wellbeing support

Employee Assistance Programme

24/7 virtual GP

Lifestyle rewards

Discounts for you & family

Financial tools & retirement plan

Cycle to Work

Paid volunteering day

Qualifications

• Must be over 18 to serve drinks.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work efficiently in a team.

Responsibilities

• Provide excellent customer service and serve meals to a high standard.
• Prepare dining areas for service and maintain cleanliness.
• Assist with special events and functions.

Skills

Attention to detail

Ability to work in a team

Customer service skills

Positive attitude

Job description

Overview

We are looking for a dedicated and friendly Food Service Assistant to join our team at RAF Benson, Ewelme, Wallingford, OX10 6AA. You’ll play a key role in supporting the delivery of efficient and high-quality food services. Creating a positive experience for everyone.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide excellent customer service, ensuring that food and beverages are served to a high standard.
• 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.
• You’ll also be working behind the bar serving drinks, so you must be over 18 for this role.

What We’re Looking For

• Strong attention to detail and ability to work efficiently in a team.
• Ability to maintain a positive attitude in a fast-paced environment.

What We Offer

Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it’s a chance to be part of something greater. You’ll belong in a company and team that values you for you; you’ll act with purpose and have an impact through your everyday actions; and you’ll be able to thrive in your own way. In addition, we offer:

• Mental health & wellbeing support
• Employee Assistance Programme for personal, legal, and financial advice
• 24/7 virtual GP & lifestyle rewards
• Discounts for you & family
• Financial tools & retirement plan
• Cycle to Work & Paid volunteering day

Ready to be part of something greater? Apply today!