Food Service Assistant - Chester

Sodexo; Chester; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 12,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading food services company is seeking a Food Service Assistant at The King's School in Chester. You will assist in meal service, maintain high cleanliness standards, and engage positively with students and staff. The role requires a dependable individual with good teamwork skills. Enjoy a healthy work-life balance, competitive pay, and numerous perks including a free health app and employee assistance program.

Benefits

Free on-site parking

Free meal on duty

Mental health support platform

Employee Assistance Programme

Access to a health and wellbeing app

Sodexo Discounts Scheme

Retirement Plan

Death in Service benefit

Career growth opportunities

Cycle to Work Scheme

Volunteering opportunities

Protective uniform provided

Qualifications

• Ability to prioritise tasks, handle pressure, and communicate effectively.
• Impeccable punctuality and dependability.
• Experience in a similar environment is a plus.
• Good teamwork and a dedicated, orderly approach.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the service of meals and refreshments in accordance with the menu.
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness and hygiene in all areas.
• Help with the setup and clearing of dining areas.
• Engage positively with students and staff, promoting a welcoming atmosphere.
• Ensure all work areas are clean and tidy at all times.
• Adhere to health and safety regulations and food safety standards.
• Serve customers quickly and politely.
• Replenish food and equipment as needed.
• Complete cleaning schedules to the agreed standard.

Skills

Ability to prioritise tasks

Handle pressure

Communicate effectively

Impeccable punctuality

Good teamwork

Job description

Join Sodexo as a Food Service Assistant at The King's School, Wrexham Road, Chester, Cheshire CH4 7QL, where you'll assist prompt and efficient delivery of lunch service, morning snacks for students and staff, ensuring dining services meet company and client standards and maintain cleanliness and hygiene in compliance with procedures.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the service of meals and refreshments in accordance with the menu.
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness and hygiene in all catering areas.
• Help with the setup and clearing of dining areas.
• Engage positively with students and staff, promoting a welcoming dining atmosphere.
• Ensure all work areas and surfaces are clean and tidy at all times, especially at the end of shift.
• Adhere to all health and safety regulations and food safety standards.
• Serve customers quickly and politely, ensuring good customer service at all times.
• Replenish food and equipment to ensure an efficient and seamless service.
• Clear and clean work areas after service periods.
• Complete any administration as requested, including food temperatures, cleaning schedules, delivery temperatures, stock takes, etc.
• Ensure the kitchen is maintained in a clean, organized manner and all food safety and health and safety policies and procedures are followed.
• Complete all cleaning schedules to the agreed standard.
• Promote a friendly working relationship with colleagues.
• Undertake training and comply with all company policies and procedures.
• Raise any issues to the Head Chef or Catering Manager in a timely manner.
• Report any incidents of accident, near miss, fire, loss, theft, damage, unfit food or any other irregularities.
• Work at school events, as required, with occasional evenings and weekends.
• Assist with the set up, service, clearing and cleaning of function catering as requested.
• Carry out any reasonable request by management.
• Assist in other local units as may be necessary in an emergency.

Qualifications & Experience

• Ability to prioritise tasks, handle pressure, and communicate effectively at all levels.
• Impeccable punctuality and dependability.
• Experience in a similar environment is a plus but not a deal‑breaker.
• Good teamwork and a dedicated, orderly approach.

Hours & Working Pattern

• Hours: 25 hours per week.
• Working pattern: 5 days (09:30 – 14:30).
• Term time: Yes!
• Free on‑site parking, free meal on duty.

Note: Sodexo reserves the right to close this advert early if we receive a high number of applications. Don't miss your chance to make a difference!

Why Choose Sodexo?

As part of our team, you'll not only serve delicious meals but also enjoy a healthy work‑life balance with no unsociable hours and public holidays off‑including Christmas! Plus, with our equated pay system, you receive equal monthly payments, making budgeting a breeze.

• Unlimited access to an online platform for mental health and wellbeing support.
• Employee Assistance Programme for everyday issues and additional support, including legal and financial advice.
• A free health and wellbeing app with rewards for maintaining a healthy lifestyle and access to a 24‑hour virtual GP.
• The Sodexo Discounts Scheme for fantastic deals 24/7 (also available for friends and family!).
• Money insights and financial benefits through our Salary Finance Platform.
• Save for your future with the Sodexo Retirement Plan.
• Death in Service benefit for peace of mind.
• Opportunities for career growth, apprenticeships, and a variety of learning and development tools.
• Cycle to Work Scheme to help you stay fit and green.
• Volunteering opportunities to support meaningful causes in our communities.
• A flexible and dynamic work environment.
• Competitive compensation.
• Full training and protective uniform provided!