Hospitality Assistant

Sodexo; Aylesbury; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mental health support

Employee Assistance Programme

24/7 virtual GP access

Discounts for you and family

Financial wellbeing tools

Cycle to Work scheme

Paid volunteering day

Job summary

Sodexo is seeking a Hospitality Assistant at our site in Aylesbury to support the Mess and deliver high-quality service to military personnel. You will work 37.5 hours per week across five days, with shifts from 06:00–13:30 or 11:30–19:30, performing food preparation, service, cleaning and stock duties in a dynamic team environment.

Whether you have hospitality experience or are looking to develop skills within a large organisation, you will join a supportive team with opportunities for growth

Qualifications

• Experience in catering or hospitality.
• Good communication, teamwork and reliability.
• Full driving licence required.
• Knowledge of food safety and health & safety.
• Experience in a military environment desirable.

Responsibilities

• Maintain high standards of cleanliness, hygiene and presentation across dining areas.
• Assist with food, refreshment and function services.
• Provide excellent customer service and build positive relationships with customers, clients and colleagues.
• Safely use, store and control equipment, machinery, cleaning materials and stock, reporting any defects promptly.
• Support smooth service by checking deliveries, monitoring stock and placing replacement orders.

Skills

Catering/hospitality

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Driving licence

Food safety knowledge

MS Office basics

Military environment experience

Job description

• 37.5 hours per week
• 5 days out of 7
• 06:00 - 13:30
• 11:30 - 19:30
• £12.71 per hour

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Are you looking for a full-time hospitality role with consistent hours and a great work-life balance?

Join Sodexo as a Hospitality Assistant at our site in Aylesbury, where you'll be part of a professional team supporting the smooth running of the Mess and providing a high-quality service to military personnel.

In this role, you'll help with the day-to-day running of the Mess, including preparing and serving food and refreshments, clearing and cleaning tables, washing up and keeping dining and service areas clean, tidy and welcoming.

You'll work as part of a supportive team, helping to ensure that service runs smoothly and that everyone receives a friendly and professional experience.

Whether you already have experience in hospitality, catering or a similar customer-facing environment, or you're looking to develop your skills within a large organisation, we'd love to hear from you.

What you'll do:

• Maintain high standards of cleanliness, hygiene and presentation across the dining room and associated areas, including delivery transport, following cleaning schedules and safe working practices.
• Assist with food, refreshment and function services, including preparation and supporting other units when required.
• Provide excellent customer service and maintain positive relationships with customers, clients and colleagues through effective communication.
• Safely use, store and control equipment, machinery, cleaning materials, chemicals, stock and other resources, reporting any defects, accidents, near misses or discrepancies promptly.
• Support the smooth running of the service by checking deliveries, monitoring stock and placing replacement orders as required, attending training and completing any other reasonable duties as directed by management.

What you bring:

• Previous experience in catering, hospitality or a similar role.
• Good verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to work well as part of a team and independently.
• Good attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining high standards.
• Full clean driving licence.
• Knowledge of food safety and health & safety is desirable, along with experience in a military environment, leadership skills and basic Microsoft Office knowledge.

What we offer:

Working with Sodexo is more than just a job; it's an opportunity to be part of a team where your work has a genuine purpose. You'll be supported by your colleagues, have access to a range of employee benefits and have opportunities to develop your career within a large organisation.

In addition, we offer:

• Mental health & wellbeing support
• Employee Assistance Programme providing personal, legal, and financial advice
• 24/7 virtual GP access and lifestyle rewards
• Discounts for you and your family
• Financial wellbeing tools and retirement plan
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Paid volunteering day

Join Sodexo as a Hospitality Assistant and become part of a team delivering an important catering service for the Ministry of Defence. If you're looking for full-time hours, established shift patterns and the opportunity to use your cooking skills in a supportive team environment, we'd love to hear from you!