General Assistant

Sodexo Ltd; Portsmouth; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading services company is seeking a General Assistant at HM Naval Base Portsmouth. This exciting role involves working across hospitality, catering, and cleaning to enhance operational efficiency. The ideal candidate is adaptable, proactive, and enjoys a dynamic environment. This position offers various benefits including financial support, career growth opportunities, and health and wellbeing resources.

Benefits

Discounts on family benefits

Financial support

Unlimited online wellbeing resources

Flexible work opportunities

Training and apprenticeship opportunities

Cycle to Work Scheme

Qualifications

• Ability to learn new skills quickly and apply them in a variety of settings.
• Proactive, adaptable, and flexible approach to work.
• Demonstrated effective verbal and written communication.

Responsibilities

• Assist in different departments including hospitality, catering, and cleaning.
• Prepare dining areas, functions, and meeting spaces before service.
• Serve meals and replenish food stations as needed.
• Maintain cleanliness and hygiene of workstations and dining areas.
• Assist with special events and functions.

Skills

Adaptability

Communication

Proactivity

Team collaboration

Job description

• 37.5 hours per week
• Working 5 days out of 7 with weekends every 3rd weekend
• 06:30 - 14:30 early shift
• 11:15 - 19:45 late shift
• You may be required to work hours outside of these dependent upon business requirements
• £12.21 Per Hour
• 10% discount on Costcutter shop on site
• Free car parking
• Reduced cost use of gym on site
• Access to Historic Dockyard at FMSP Portsmouth
• Sodexo rewards and benefits
• Due to security clearances you must have been resident in the UK for a minimum of 3 years

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About the role

As a General Assistant at Sodexo in HM Naval Base Portsmouth, PO1 4QT, We areseeking a proactive and versatile candidate to join our dynamicteam. This is an exciting opportunity for individuals whothrive in a fast-paced environment and enjoy taking on new challenges.

You willcollaborate closely with teams in hospitality, catering andcleaning, ensuring the smooth and efficient running of operations. Byleveraging your diverse skillset, you will play a key role in enhancing ouroperational flexibility, optimizing processes, and driving continuousimprovement across the business.

What you’ll do

• Assist in different departments including, hospitality, catering and cleaning, to ensure smooth workflow and efficient operations.
• 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
• Cleaning & Hygiene: Maintain cleanliness and hygiene by regularly sanitising 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

What we’re looking for

• The ability to learn new skills quickly and apply them in a variety of settings.
• A proactive, adaptable, and flexible approach to work.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues across multiple departments.
• No previous experience required
• Must be able to demonstrate effective verbal and written communication
• Due to security clearances you must have been resident in the UK for a minimum of 3 years

What we offer

JoinSodexo for more than just a job—be part of something bigger. You'll belong,have purpose, and make an impact every day. We offer:

• 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 thrive in your own way!