General Assistant & Cook — Flexible Shifts, Fresh Food

Sodexo; Thatcham; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wellbeing support

Employee assistance programme

Cycle to Work scheme

Uniform provided

Training and development

Job summary

Sodexo is hiring a General Assistant / Cook at Prior's Court School, RG18 9NU, Thatcham. The role involves assisting in food preparation, serving customers, and maintaining high hygiene standards in a busy school kitchen.

You’ll work 37.5 hours per week, 5 days out of 7, with flexible shifts and meals on duty. The position offers permanent employment and opportunities for development within Sodexo.

Qualifications

• Good interpersonal skills and calm nature.
• Enthusiastic with energy and initiative.
• Self-motivated and reliable with a can-do attitude.
• Flexible and able to listen to others' views.
• Positive and focused on what can be achieved.
• Professional appearance matters in a service environment.
• Conscientious and able to meet deadlines.
• Experience in catering or food service is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and present food to the required standard in line with Fresh Food from Scratch ethos.
• Maintain cleanliness and hygiene in all areas and comply with safety procedures.
• Serve customers efficiently and with excellent service.
• Replenish food and equipment to ensure smooth service.
• Complete cleaning schedules and administration as required.
• Assist in setup, service, and clearing at events and functions.
• Support colleagues and report any incidents promptly.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Enthusiastic

Self-motivated

Flexibility

Positive attitude

Professional appearance

Reliability

Conscientiousness

Ability to prioritise

Catering experience

Job description

Sodexo is hiring a General Assistant / Cook at Prior's Court School, RG18 9NU, Thatcham. The role involves assisting in food preparation, serving customers, and maintaining high hygiene standards in a busy school kitchen.

You’ll work 37.5 hours per week, 5 days out of 7, with flexible shifts and meals on duty. The position offers permanent employment and opportunities for development within Sodexo.