Hospitality Assistant

Sodexo Group; Aylesbury; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee assistance programme

Virtual GP access

Discounts for you and family

Retirement plan

Cycle to Work

Job summary

Sodexo Group in Aylesbury is seeking a Hospitality Assistant to join a professional team supporting the Mess operations and delivering high-quality service to military personnel.

The role covers day-to-day dining support, food and beverage service, cleaning, hygiene and stock control, all aimed at ensuring a welcoming, efficient service. Prior catering or hospitality experience is desirable, with strong communication and teamwork skills.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Job description

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Areyou looking for a full-time hospitality role with consistent hours and a greatwork-life balance?

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

Inthis 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.

Whetheryou 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 thanjust a job; its an opportunity to be part of a team where your work has agenuine 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.

Inaddition, we offer:

• 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

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