Front of House Steward

Sodexo Group; Colchester; On-site; GBP 11,000 - 14,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-the-job training

Apprenticeship qualifications

Career development

Flexible work

Wellbeing resources

Job summary

Sodexo Group at Colchester MOD, Merville Barracks, Circular Road South, Colchester, Essex, CO2 7UT, seeks a Front of House Steward to support military personnel with dining operations on a Ministry of Defence base.

You will play a vital role in serving meals, maintaining high standards of service and hygiene in a fast-paced environment, with on-the-job training and apprenticeship opportunities.

Qualifications

• Hospitality or food service experience is helpful but not required.
• Positive attitude, strong communication, and respect in all interactions.
• A willingness to learn and adapt is key.
• Reliable and flexible to work in a fast-paced setting.

Responsibilities

• Dining area setup for service, functions and meetings.
• Serve meals and replenish food stations during service.
• Provide professional service to military personnel.
• Maintain cleanliness and hygiene of workstations and dining areas.
• Assist with special events and functions.
• Collaborate closely with the team to complete tasks.

Skills

Strong communication

Professionalism

Reliability

Flexibility

Education

Apprenticeship qualifications

Job description

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• Monday to Friday/Split shifts that include weekends

As a Front of House Steward with Sodexo at Colchester MOD, Merville Barracks, Circular Road South, Colchester, Essex, CO2 7UT

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.

KeyResponsibilities:

• 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 24/8 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 companythat 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