Kitchen Assistant Maternity Cover

Sodexo Ltd; City Of London; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading food services company in London is seeking a General Assistant for maternity cover to support food operations at a primary school. Responsibilities include meal preparation and maintaining hygiene standards. The role offers competitive pay at £12.21 per hour for 20 hours a week, with a supportive work environment and numerous employee benefits.

Benefits

Mental health and wellbeing support

Employee Assistance Programme

Health and wellbeing app access

Sodexo Discounts Scheme

Retirement Plan

Death in Service benefit

Career growth opportunities

Cycle to Work Scheme

Flexible work environment

Full training and uniform provided

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar environment is helpful but not essential.
• Ability to keep kitchens and serving areas hygienic.
• Familiarity with food handling and safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Prepare meals for school team and pupils.
• Keep kitchen stocked and clean.
• Observe food safety regulations.
• Support equipment operations properly.

Skills

Teamwork

Orderly approach

Prioritization

Punctuality

Communication

Job description

Overview

As General Assistant Maternity Cover for Sodexo at Monteagle Primary School, Burnham Road, Dagenham, RM9 4RB, you will contribute to the smooth running of a fast-paced food and beverage operation. You will be responsible for presenting kitchen supplies in an appealing way and ensuring we offer the best service possible. You will work during sociable hours with public holidays off, including Christmas.

Join Sodexo and be part of something greater. You belong in a team where you can act with purpose and thrive in your own way.

Responsibilities

• Prepare delicious meals for the school team and pupils.
• Keep the kitchen and serving areas stocked, clean and hygienic at all times.
• Support the loading and unloading of supply and delivery vehicles.
• Observe food handling and hygiene regulations.
• Follow health and safety guidelines.
• Ensure that all machines and equipment are operated correctly.
• Uphold the reputation of the company.

What you bring

• Great sense of teamwork.
• Ability to adopt a dedicated and orderly approach.
• Ability to prioritise work, handle pressure, and communicate well at all levels.
• Impeccable punctuality and dependability.
• Experience in a similar environment is helpful but not essential.

What we offer

Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it’s a chance to be part of something greater. You’ll belong in a company and team that values you; you’ll act with purpose and have an impact through your everyday actions; and you’ll be able to thrive in your own way. We also offer a range of resources, rewards and benefits for our colleagues and their families:

• Unlimited access to an online platform offering mental health and wellbeing support.
• Employee Assistance Programme for everyday issues or larger problems, including legal and financial advice, work-related or personal support.
• Access to a free health and wellbeing app with rewards for a healthy lifestyle and 24/7 virtual GP services.
• The Sodexo Discounts Scheme, with deals 24/7 (open to friends and family) and a prepayment cashback card.
• Money Insights and financial benefits via the Salary Finance Platform.
• Sodexo Retirement Plan for future savings.
• Death in Service benefit for colleagues who pass away during employment.
• Opportunities for career growth through learning and development tools.
• Cycle to Work Scheme to support the environment and fitness.
• Volunteering opportunities to support worthwhile causes in our communities.
• Flexible and dynamic work environment; competitive compensation.
• Full training and full protective uniform supplied.

Ready to be part of something greater? Apply today!

Safeguarding Sodexo and our clients are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Some roles require screening, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (UK) and/or Disclosure Scotland (Scotland).

Sodexo reserves the right to close this advert early if we receive a high number of applications.

Package Description

• £12.21 per hour
• 20 hours per week
• Working pattern: Monday to Friday
• This role is a fixed-term position for 1 year, covering maternity leave.
• Term Time only (39 week Working Contract paid over 52 weeks)

Equated pay (spread-over pay) pays contracted hours, working weeks and holiday pay over 12 months. Further information provided at interview.

About the company

About Sodexo

At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better everyday life for everyone. We operate in 55 countries, serving over 100 million people daily through On-Site Food and FM Services, Benefits & Rewards Services and Personal & Home Services. We are committed to being an inclusive employer. We welcome applications from diverse backgrounds and identities and support Employee Networks such as Pride, Sodexo Parents & Carers, Disability, and more. We are a Disability Confident Leader and run a Disability Confident interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria. See more about our inclusive culture on our site.