Food Service Assistant

Sodexo; Yeovil; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading food services company in Yeovil is seeking an enthusiastic Food Services Team Member to support food preparation and service. Responsibilities include maintaining high standards of cleanliness and food safety while providing excellent customer service. Ideal candidates will have catering experience, strong numeracy and communication skills, and the ability to work in a team. This role offers a competitive hourly wage and a range of employee benefits.

Benefits

Unlimited access to mental health support

Employee Assistance Program

24-hour virtual GP service

Sodexo Discounts Scheme

Mercer Aspire Pension Plan

Learning and development opportunities

Bike to Work Scheme

Qualifications

• Strong numeracy skills with attention to accuracy.
• Previous experience in a catering or hospitality environment.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.
• Proven experience operating tills and handling transactions.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, present, and serve high-quality food, including meeting dietary requirements.
• Provide friendly, professional customer service while ensuring cleanliness.
• Maintain clean, safe kitchens and work areas in line with food safety standards.
• Support events and functions flexibly when required.
• Adhere to health and hygiene procedures.

Skills

Numeracy skills

Customer service

Communication skills

Teamwork

Job description

• 30 hours per week
• Monday to Friday
• £12.60 per hour
• Free onsite Parking

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We're looking for an enthusiastic and customer-focused individual to support our food services team in delivering outstanding experiences every day. In this role, you'll play a vital part in food preparation, presentation, and service, ensuring every meal meets the highest standards of quality and safety. With Sodexo's commitment to excellence and innovation, you'll have the opportunity to develop your skills while creating moments that truly make a difference for our clients and customers.

What you'll do:

• Prepare, present, and serve high-quality food, including meeting special dietary requirements.
• Provide friendly, professional customer service while ensuring counters are fully stocked, clean, and well presented.
• Maintain clean, safe kitchens and work areas in line with food safety, hygiene, and HACCP standards.
• Support events and functions, demonstrating flexibility to assist outside of normal working hours when required.
• Adhere to all health, safety, and hygiene procedures, promptly reporting any issues or concerns.
• Develop your skills while supporting Sodexo in delivering exceptional food experiences every day.

What you bring:

• Strong numeracy skills with attention to accuracy
• Previous experience in a catering or hospitality environment
• Excellent customer service and communication skills
• Proven experience operating tills and handling transactions
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team
• Desirable: Front‑of‑house training and retail experience

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 also offer a range of resources, rewards, and benefits for our colleagues and their families:

• Unlimited access to an online platform offering mental health and well-being support.
• An Employee Assistance Program to help with everyday issues or larger problems where you may need additional support, including legal and financial advice and support with work‑related issues or personal issues such as bereavement.
• Access to a 24‑hour virtual GP Service
• The Sodexo Discounts Scheme offers great deals 24/7 (also open to friends and family).
• Save for your future by becoming a member of the Mercer Aspire Pension Plan.
• Opportunities to enable colleagues to grow and succeed throughout their careers at Sodexo, including a variety of learning and development tools.
• Bike to Work Scheme to help colleagues to do their bit for the environment whilst keeping fit.

Ready to be part of something greater? Apply today and start your journey with Sodexo!

Sodexo reserves the right to close this advert early if we are in receipt of a high number of applications.